On July 9, 2026, former President Donald Trump ousted the remaining members of the Election Assistance Commission (EAC), a bipartisan agency tasked with assisting and overseeing election administration in the United States. This move comes just months before the 2026 midterm elections, effectively hamstringing the commission's ability to operate.

The EAC plays a crucial role in supporting election infrastructure and ensuring the integrity of voting processes nationwide. The timing of these dismissals raises concerns about the commission's capacity to fulfill its responsibilities during a critical election cycle.

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