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Trump's Election Manipulation Plans Spark 2026 Concerns

1/23/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump told an Oval Office interview that his accomplishments may make elections unnecessary.
He expressed regret for not using the National Guard to seize voting machines after 2020.
Analysts warn Trump’s push for power could enable manipulation of the 2026 elections, echoing Viktor Orbán.
Trump’s allies are reportedly better prepared to rig the election, with Project 2025 strategies cited.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump told an Oval Office interview that his accomplishments may make elections unnecessary.
He expressed regret for not using the National Guard to seize voting machines after 2020.
Analysts warn Trump’s push for power could enable manipulation of the 2026 elections, echoing Viktor Orbán.
Trump’s allies are reportedly better prepared to rig the election, with Project 2025 strategies cited.