Trump Administration's Election Integrity Push
Key Questions
What actions has the Trump administration taken on election integrity?
The White House formed a task force to gather intelligence supporting election fraud claims and issued an executive order restricting mail-in ballots. Trump also personally directed a U.S. attorney to investigate California elections and hosted a convicted election fraudster.
What concerns do these efforts raise?
The actions raise concerns about potential meddling in the midterms and are being challenged in court.
Has Trump authorized release of 2020 election records?
Yes, Trump has authorized the acting spy chief to declassify 2020 election records, describing the process as brief.
The White House has formed a task force gathering intelligence to support election fraud claims, issued an executive order restricting mail-in ballots, and Trump personally directed a U.S. attorney to investigate California elections. The administration also hosted a convicted election fraudster. These actions raise concerns about midterm meddling and are being challenged in court.