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

President Trump has removed all members from the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, sparking alarm among voting rights advocates who fear this move could give Trump more control over the midterm elections. The dismissals include Democrats Thomas Hicks and Benjamin Hovland, while Republican Christy McCormick resigned. This action leaves the commission without any members and raises questions about the future of election oversight and potential impacts on voter integrity and federal election administration. The move is seen as part of Trump's broader efforts to influence election processes.