U.S. Elections: Trump Urges Republicans to ‘Take Control of Voting’
In a recent podcast, Donald Trump urged Republicans to ‘take control of voting’, highlighting the need for a national approach to elections. The call to action was made during a phone interview on Dan Bongino’s show, following Trump’s claims regarding illegal voting by immigrants.
Trump’s Call for National Control of Elections
Trump’s remarks stressed that Republicans should tighten their grip on the voting process. He suggested that they should aim to nationalize voting in certain areas. “We should take control of voting in at least fifteen places,” Trump stated, without providing specific details on implementation.
Responses from GOP Members
The response to Trump’s comments was mixed among Republican leaders. Congressman Don Bacon expressed opposition to the idea of nationalizing elections, stating on social media platform X, “I opposed the nationalization of elections when Speaker Pelosi proposed major reforms in all 50 states. I will oppose it today as well.”
- Congressman Don Bacon’s stance: opposed nationalization.
- Cheri Hardmon, spokesperson for Michigan’s State Department, emphasized that “the Constitution grants states, not the federal government, the responsibility for elections.”
Context of the Remarks
Trump’s nationalization comments arrive shortly after a significant FBI search in Fulton County, Georgia, connected to the 2020 election investigations. He reiterated baseless claims that the 2020 presidential election was ‘stolen’ from him during the podcast.
As the midterm elections approach, Trump warned of “very serious consequences” if Republicans fail to secure victories. The upcoming election will include one-third of Senate seats and all House seats, posing a challenge for the incumbent party as public sentiment toward President Biden declines.
Overall, Trump’s advocacy for tighter control over the electoral process has reignited debates within the GOP about election management and state versus federal authority.
