The proposal undermines the principle of ballot secrecy that has undergirded U.S. elections for 130 years.
The proposal undermines the principle of ballot secrecy that has undergirded U.S. elections for 130 years.
A Supreme Court case could turbocharge mid-decade gerrymandering.
If enacted, the SAVE America Act would create hurdles for potential voters and election officials alike.
Buying Dominion made a little-known election technology entrepreneur one of the most powerful players in elections.
New state laws, postmark changes, and a Supreme Court case could put thousands of ballots at risk of rejection.
Some interpretations of his comments are more extreme; others, more realistic.
Those who faced threats and pressure say the president’s legal authority may be limited, but the guardrails that once kept him in check aren’t as strong anymore.
Turnover hasn’t slowed since the 2020 election, with officials citing threats, stress, and burnout.
Pam Bondi, Tulsi Gabbard, and Kristi Noem canceled a highly anticipated appearance before secretaries of state.
The bills would expand federal authority, requiring proof of citizenship when registering to vote and photo IDs when voting.
Secretaries of state gathered for a national conference emphasize confidence in election systems
Officials say elections will happen — the bigger danger is chaos and distrust.
There are significant legal and practical barriers to sending the military to polling places. But some officials are still worried.
It’s the process that keeps ballots secure. When it’s not maintained, voters can be disenfranchised.
After years of collaboration on election security, states say federal support is retreating — and trust is collapsing.
The ruling could increase the number of lawsuits over elections — but also encourage candidates to bring them sooner.
Courts have so far blocked key provisions of the president’s executive order, but it’s had more influence over federal agencies.
Discussions at an annual conference spotlight the concerns hanging over preparations for the midterms.
Ballots mailed on Election Day may not be postmarked the same day. In some places, that could mean voters are at risk of being disenfranchised.
Legal fights, court rulings, and state power struggles could shape how the midterms are run.