Trump removes election commission members as 2026 midterms approach

President Donald Trump has removed members of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) following a recent Supreme Court decision that expanded presidential authority over many independent federal agencies.

Gov calls out Trump's firing of federal elections leaders

It serves as a clearinghouse for election officials, helping to train them and provide information about the latest voting technology.

Trump’s “deeply concerning” move comes just a few months before the midterm elections, with remaining three commissioners of the four-member bipartisan commission forced out on Thursday in different ways.