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Will Trump interfere in the midterms? Democrats and their allies are preparing
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Kevin Rector, Justine McDaniel , as published by Los Angeles Times - California
· August 23, 2026
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Key points The Trump administration's potential actions could include attempts to subvert the vote or deny its outcome. Democratic leaders are taking steps to prepare for potential interference in the upcoming election.
Democratic leaders are taking steps to prepare for potential interference in the upcoming election. They are working with voting rights advocates to coordinate responses to possible actions by the Trump administration. These efforts are part of a broader strategy to protect the integrity of the vote.
Details of the preparations are being developed, but the goal is to be ready for a range of scenarios. The Trump administration's potential actions could include attempts to subvert the vote or deny its outcome.
Further information about these preparations and the potential actions being considered is available from the source, providing insight into the efforts to safeguard the election process.
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Category: government Published: August 23, 2026 Source: Los Angeles Times - California Reading time: 1 min
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