Trump's actions threaten election integrity and commission independence

Donald Trump is making serious moves to change how U.S. elections are run. He is targeting the Federal Election Commission (FEC), which is responsible for enforcing campaign finance laws. In February, Trump sent a letter attempting to remove FEC chairperson Ellen Weintraub, which is unusual and seen as an illegal action. Weintraub has refused to leave her position. U.S. Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi criticized Trump's actions. He believes they threaten the integrity of elections and undermine important government checks and balances. Trump has also signed an executive order aiming to give himself and the attorney general more authority over interpreting campaign finance laws. This order could influence how election disputes are resolved, which raises concerns about fairness. There are real-life examples of how this could play out. In North Carolina, a Republican candidate is urging the removal of 65,000 ballots from an election where the Democratic candidate is leading by a narrow margin. Such decisions could significantly sway election outcomes. Meanwhile, Elon Musk is financially backing a Republican judge in Wisconsin, which could shift the state's Supreme Court to a Republican majority. This might lead to more gerrymandering, benefiting Republicans in future elections. Concerns are growing about Trump's long-standing claims of election fraud. Under his administration, funding for protecting elections has been cut, creating further worries about election security. Critics question whether Trump's actions are aimed at ensuring fair elections or controlling their outcomes. As the FEC faces leadership challenges and vacancies, Trump's political moves raise alarms about the integrity of elections. Many believe that maintaining fair elections is crucial for all Americans to have their voices heard.