Trump officials sought ways to sidestep election agency before firings, sources say

Top Trump officials reportedly explored ways to bypass the Election Assistance Commission before dismissing key staff members, according to sources. This commission, which is now sidelined from initiating any new projects, like altering voting protocols, has raised concerns about the integrity and management of upcoming elections. The firings and attempts to sidestep the agency highlight tensions surrounding election oversight and the potential implications for voter confidence and procedural integrity in the electoral process.