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

President Trump has dismantled the U.S. Election Assistance Commission by dismissing its Democratic members and prompting a Republican to resign, sparking alarms among voting rights advocates. This move is seen as an attempt to consolidate control over election processes ahead of the midterms, raising concerns about the integrity and fairness of future elections. The shift underscores a broader conflict over electoral reforms and the administration’s influence over the democratic process, with implications for voter trust and the nation’s democratic institutions.