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FBI Hosts Election Prep Amid Trump's False Claims

2/6/2026

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FBI Engages Election Officials

The FBI invited state election officials to discuss midterm prep on February 25, involving the FBI, the Justice Department, and other agencies, while U.S. President Donald Trump continues to make false claims about the 2020 election.
An official called the invitation unusual.
State officials resisted a Trump administration official's comments about support.
The Justice Department is suing states for voter roll data.
The FBI raided a Georgia elections office.

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FBI Raids Election Facility

The FBI raided an election facility in Fulton County, Georgia, signaling a trend ahead of 2026 midterms.
Critics say the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump focuses on debunked fraud claims to undermine Black and brown voters.
Election experts warn that unchecked actions could lead to further intrusions into local election processes.
Georgia Republicans enacted laws increasing state election board power, raising concerns about voter suppression.

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FBI Engages Election Officials

The FBI invited state election officials to discuss midterm prep on February 25, involving the FBI, the Justice Department, and other agencies, while U.S. President Donald Trump continues to make false claims about the 2020 election.
An official called the invitation unusual.
State officials resisted a Trump administration official's comments about support.
The Justice Department is suing states for voter roll data.
The FBI raided a Georgia elections office.

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