Election Security

The House approved a budget framework for a $95 billion party-line package focused on military, intelligence, farm aid, and election security. The 216-214 vote advanced the effort to bypass Senate filibuster rules, but Senate Republicans must now secure support for the plan, which faces demands for increased funding and spending offsets.

President Trump's rivalry with Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff is influencing his visit to Georgia, where he will address affordability and election security ahead of the midterms. Trump's rhetoric on election security is highlighted as a key focus during the visit.

Rep. Buddy Carter is requesting the FCC to review ABC, NBC, and CBS for not airing President Donald Trump's primetime address, arguing it violates their public interest obligation. The networks either declined to broadcast the speech live or cut away during it, with Carter claiming Americans should have access to the information directly from the President.

Sen. Mark Warner criticized President Trump's primetime speech, arguing that Trump is not committed to securing elections. Warner highlighted the recent dismissal of Democratic members at the Elections Assistance Commission as evidence.

Sen. Mark Warner criticized CBS for airing President Trump’s speech on election security, calling it filled with falsehoods and expressing disappointment. He noted most media did not treat the speech as serious news.

Sen. John Fetterman criticized President Trump for focusing on the 2020 election instead of taking positive actions. Fetterman acknowledged Trump's speech on election security but questioned the need to revisit past issues.

The U.S. struck back at Iran overnight, and Sen. Mark Warner discussed the latest in the Middle East on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan.' CBS News contributors Chris Krebs and David Becker also addressed election security.

Trump is using claims of foreign election interference to justify his stance, now viewing voters who defeated him as suspects. The Atlantic reported that a February 2020 election-security briefing initially pleased Trump, prompting him to consider announcing election security news, though a press conference never occurred. The election proceeded, and Trump lost.

Election officials warn that President Donald Trump's claims about unsafe voting machines are more dangerous than the documented vulnerabilities, as there is no evidence of successful exploitation in elections. Experts emphasize that while flaws exist, public trust in the system is critical, and unfounded rhetoric could undermine confidence in election outcomes.

President Trump rehashed claims about China interfering in the 2020 election without evidence during a primetime address. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin announced an election security crackdown the following day.

President Trump reiterated claims of widespread voter fraud and Chinese interference in the 2020 election via social media posts and a primetime address, citing new evidence compiled by his administration.

Eric Ham argues that President Trump's renewed focus on election security is an attempt to expand federal authority.

Homeland Security Secretary Mullin pledged to make Trump's election security demands mandatory and implement a 'maximum pressure' campaign. The statement reiterates Trump's threats regarding election processes.

Donald Trump claimed in a primetime address that declassified intelligence showed Chinese interference in US elections. However, a US intelligence assessment found no evidence of Beijing altering the 2020 vote, which he lost. The Guardian's reporter Sam Levine fact-checked some of these claims.

DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin threatened states and election officials with fines, penalties, and prison time for noncompliance with the Trump administration’s election security plan. The initiative follows unsubstantiated claims of voter fraud and vulnerable voting machines, despite these claims being debunked. Pennsylvania and other states are resisting by refusing to share voter rolls with the administration.

DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin threatened states and election officials with fines, penalties, and prison time for non-compliance with the Trump administration’s election security plan. The initiative follows President Donald Trump’s claims about vulnerable voting machines and faces resistance from states like Pennsylvania, which refuses to share voter rolls.

President Trump claimed China compromised U.S. election data by obtaining 220 million voter files, but released documents do not support his assertions of manipulated infrastructure or altered election outcomes. The documents suggest adversaries may have the capacity to influence elections but lack evidence of actual manipulation in the U.S. Experts note the voter data was commercially available and not inherently nefarious.

Trump and his allies are attempting to spread distrust about election security before the midterms. Trump made claims about election system vulnerabilities in a prime-time address, which were not supported by the evidence he provided.

Trump and his allies are attempting to create mistrust about election security ahead of the midterms. Trump made claims about election system vulnerabilities in a prime-time address, but these claims were not supported by the evidence he provided.

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin criticized ABC and NBC for not airing President Trump's election-security speech on broadcast networks, accusing them of withholding information. Trump released declassified intelligence about election vulnerabilities and called for regulatory consequences against the networks for their decision.

Markwayne Mullin, the secretary of homeland security, repeated false claims made by President Trump in a prime-time speech about the security of U.S. elections.

James Carville, a veteran Democratic strategist, criticized CNN, ABC, and NBC for not airing President Trump’s speech on election security. He argued it was a mistake for the networks to avoid blanket coverage of what he describes as the president’s deteriorating mental state.

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin warned state officials they could lose funding or face investigations if they don't follow President Donald Trump's election security demands. The warning echoes Trump's claims about risks to the midterm elections.

Markwayne Mullin is set to announce an election security crackdown following a report by The Post identifying 275,000 noncitizens registered to vote. He will discuss the Trump administration's efforts to secure American elections during a news conference.

President Trump announced the release of intelligence documents highlighting election security concerns and called for new voting restrictions. The fallout from his primetime address has shifted focus to lawmakers' responses and next steps.

Chinese social media users reacted with mockery, scepticism and concern after US President Donald Trump accused Beijing of meddling in US elections in a prime-time address. Trump claimed China orchestrated the 'largest compromise of election data in history' and ended complacency regarding 'Chinese interference' in a speech focused on election security.

Minnesota is implementing election security measures. The article title references these measures but provides no further details.

The president claimed China and 'deep state' actors had deceived US voters during a speech on election security. Critics argue his statements were misleading.

President Trump is delivering a speech on election security at the White House on Thursday night. The speech is being fact-checked as part of the coverage.

President Donald Trump claimed the Chinese government accessed 220 million U.S. voter records, calling it the 'largest compromise of election data in history.' The White House released declassified reports showing Beijing obtained voter registration data from 18 states, including names, birth dates, and party affiliations, though intelligence agencies had already known about these activities. A 2021 intelligence report noted China's information-gathering efforts but found no interference with election infrastructure.

ABC News, NBC News, and CNN chose not to air President Donald Trump's primetime speech on election security live, instead using streaming platforms and later recapping his remarks. Trump claimed the declassified documents revealed Chinese Communist Party interference and election vulnerabilities, while accusing the networks of being 'fake news' for avoiding live coverage. The networks stated they wanted to verify the administration's claims due to concerns about misleading statements.

Pres. Trump delivered a primetime address on election security ahead of the midterm elections, following years of making false claims about the 2020 election.

President Trump delivered a primetime address focusing on election security and criticized China, alleging it had access to voter data. The event was covered in a special report anchored by Tony Dokoupil for CBS News.

President Trump's speech on election security aimed to pressure Republicans to support his voter ID bill, but faced skepticism from lawmakers focused on midterms. The declassified intelligence documents cited by Trump did not reveal new threats, and the bill faces hurdles in the Senate due to filibuster rules.

U.S. President Donald Trump is accused of making 'totally bogus' election claims during a primetime address to the nation. The address was held in the East Room of the White House in Washington.

President Trump claimed China stole voter registration data from 220 million Americans, calling it an 'unprecedented election security nightmare.' Some government officials reportedly knew about the data theft, which included names, addresses, and party affiliations.

Donald Trump will deliver a primetime televised address, with speculation he will announce details on election security and the war with Iran, as he previously mentioned 'really big news'.

President Trump is scheduled to deliver a primetime speech on election security Thursday night. The speech will be covered by CBS News reporters Ed O'Keefe and David Becker.

President Donald Trump will deliver a primetime address on election security, citing new intelligence about the 2020 election. Denver7 will stream the speech at 7 p.m. instead of broadcasting it on-air, while ABC and NBC will cover it via streaming services. Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold criticizes Trump for undermining election security through disbanding efforts to combat foreign interference.

President Trump's prime-time speech on election security will not receive live coverage from at least two of the four major TV networks. NBC will stream the speech on NBC News NOW and follow with a special report, while ABC will air it via its streaming channel and radio. CBS and FOX have not yet announced their plans.