Donald Trump’s efforts to “fix” elections and ensure permanent Republican control of the U.S. government are intensifying. After his 2020 defeat, Trump sowed distrust in election processes, prompting voter suppression laws across numerous states. These tactics included executive orders, attempts to manipulate census data, and pressure on states to redraw electoral maps. His actions, along with the support of his administration, raise concerns about undermining the integrity of elections, making it clear that his goal is to prevent future election losses.
Read More
Trump’s declaration that he intends to sign an executive order targeting mail-in ballots and voting machines ahead of the 2026 elections has, unsurprisingly, sparked a wave of reactions. It’s almost like clockwork at this point, isn’t it? First, the announcement, then the flurry of commentary, and finally, the realization that we’ve potentially entered another phase of this never-ending political drama.
The core of the matter is this: the former president is vowing to use an executive order to reshape how elections are conducted, specifically by aiming to eliminate mail-in ballots and overhaul the voting machine infrastructure. The reasoning presented is familiar: the specter of widespread voter fraud, an accusation that has been repeatedly debunked by various investigations and court rulings.… Continue reading
Trump Says Putin Agrees With Him That US Should Not Have Mail-in Voting: ‘Vladimir Putin, smart guy, said you can’t have an honest election with mail-in voting’
Okay, so here’s the thing that’s got everyone buzzing. Trump, during a recent interview, flat out stated that Vladimir Putin agrees with him on the issue of mail-in voting. The quote, “Vladimir Putin, smart guy, said you can’t have an honest election with mail-in voting,” really sets the stage, doesn’t it? It’s like, wow, taking advice about elections from a leader of a country known for, shall we say, *robust* control over its own elections.… Continue reading
Despite past successful elections, a new threat to free and fair elections has emerged: the federal government’s efforts to undermine the process. The Trump administration has launched a campaign including actions like gutting election security agencies and seeking access to voter information. These efforts are unprecedented and potentially illegal, with the goal of discrediting election results and gaining control over the system. While past elections withstood great pressure, vigilance, courage, and determination are needed to defend democracy in the face of these actions, with voters ultimately holding the final say.
Read More
Texas Democrats fleeing Trump’s redistricting didn’t abandon us. Gov. Greg Abbott did.
It’s clear, isn’t it? The narrative being pushed that Texas Democrats, by leaving the state to block the Republican’s redistricting efforts, somehow abandoned their constituents just doesn’t hold water. The opposite is demonstrably true. These elected officials are fighting tooth and nail against a blatant power grab, a calculated attempt to rig the system, and strip away the voices of Texas voters. They’re not running away; they’re making a stand. The real abandonment, the true betrayal of the people, is coming from Governor Greg Abbott and the Republican-controlled legislature.… Continue reading
The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law recently released a report, “The Trump Administration’s Campaign to Undermine the Next Election,” detailing potential threats to democratic processes. The report highlights specific actions and strategies undertaken during the Trump administration that could negatively impact future elections. These include efforts to restrict voting access and undermine confidence in election results. The report serves as a warning about the ongoing risks to the integrity of the electoral process.
Read More
In Texas, a political battle is unfolding as Republicans, at the request of former President Trump, propose a redrawn congressional map that would likely add five Republican seats before the midterms. This move is viewed by Democrats as a scheme to rig the election and dilute the power of communities of color. Democrats have discussed tactics to try and prevent the bill from passing. This is occurring due to a Supreme Court ruling that allows partisan gerrymandering and the absence of federal legislation against it.
Read More
A new report details President Trump’s ongoing efforts to subvert upcoming federal elections, utilizing executive orders, staffing changes, and legal maneuvers. These actions include installing loyalists in key positions, centralizing decision-making, and attempting to alter election laws at both state and local levels. Furthermore, the administration is dismantling election security protections and targeting those who oppose their efforts. The Brennan Center for Justice warns that these strategies are designed to cast doubt on election integrity and potentially change outcomes, highlighting the need for vigilance by states, election officials, and voting advocates.
Read More
Trump’s DOJ contacting states for voter data and access to voting machines is a disturbing pattern that demands attention. It’s hard to ignore the implications of such actions, especially considering the context of past election challenges and ongoing concerns about election integrity. The very act of requesting such sensitive information, particularly when combined with the push for access to voting machines, raises red flags about potential manipulation or interference in the electoral process.
One can’t help but wonder what the ultimate goal was. Was this a genuine attempt to investigate alleged voter fraud, or was it something more sinister? The timing of these requests, coupled with the broader political landscape, fuels speculation about the intentions behind them.… Continue reading
The Democratic National Committee (DNC) is threatening legal action against the North Carolina Board of Elections due to a plan to purge almost 100,000 voters from the rolls, citing violations of the National Voter Registration Act. This decision follows a state board vote, under a new Republican majority, requiring voters without specific identification numbers to cast provisional ballots. The DNC alleges the policy is unconstitutional and politically motivated, aiming to challenge the move in court. Furthermore, North Carolina’s electoral landscape is already under scrutiny, as a federal trial addresses challenges to the state’s 2020 redistricting maps, which voting rights groups claim were gerrymandered to diminish minority voting power.
Read More
John Q. Hosedrinker 
Matt Underwood