Local officials push back on Trump's threats to 'nationalize' elections in targeted cities

City and county officials in Atlanta, Detroit and Philadelphia spoke out about Trump's criticizing their handling of ...

States’ mistrust of Trump’s fraud crusade could hinder fight against foreign influence in elections, federal officials fear

State election officials’ growing suspicion of Trump’s motives has triggered concerns that distrust of even routine moves by the FBI could hinder cooperation.

Trump’s calls to ‘nationalize’ elections have state, local election officials bracing for tumult

President Donald Trump’s calls this week to “nationalize” elections capped a year of efforts by his administration to ...

‘Shocking’: Former Washington secretary of state calls out Trump’s calls to nationalize local elections

Handing control over elections to the federal government would be unthinkable to former Washington Secretary of State Sam Reed.

Fulton County election leaders warn of new push to strip local control ahead of 2026 vote

Fulton County officials and election experts warn that new state legislation could strip local control over elections, as election challenges intensify ahead of the 2026 midterms.