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Trump Administration Pushes Federal Control Over Elections

10/25/2025

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The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is intensifying federal involvement in elections, alarming voting rights advocates.
Heather Honey, described as an election denier, has alarmed state officials.
Honey proposed invoking a "national emergency" to justify federal oversight of state elections.
The United States Department of Justice is demanding sensitive voter data from states and pushing for stricter voting regulations, including proof of citizenship.

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The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is intensifying federal involvement in elections, alarming voting rights advocates.
Heather Honey, described as an election denier, has alarmed state officials.
Honey proposed invoking a "national emergency" to justify federal oversight of state elections.
The United States Department of Justice is demanding sensitive voter data from states and pushing for stricter voting regulations, including proof of citizenship.