Trump guts election commission in move seen as increasing his sway over midterms

President Donald Trump dismissed two members of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, leaving it without any members as the 2026 midterm elections approach. The commission, established in 2002 to help states ensure credible voting systems, has been criticized for its dismantling, which activists argue undermines election integrity. The White House defended the move as part of efforts to safeguard elections from fraud.