Trump guts election commission in move seen as increasing his sway over midterms
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The episode discusses President Trump's actions regarding the U.S Election Assistance Commission and the implications for voting rights and the upcoming midterms.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s latest shot in a relentless war on how elections are conducted has triggered enormous concern among voting rights activists. As of Thursday night, the U.S Election Assistance Commission has no members. The White House in an email dismissed Democrats Thomas Hicks and Benjamin Hovland. Republican Christy McCormick resigned, and GOP […]
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