At a time when our democracy remains under assault, the American people need in their Attorney General a fierce defender of our laws and a champion of free and fair elections, not an acolyte of a president who shows continued contempt for our Constitution.

This unacceptable action by Donald Trump not only emboldens the election denier movement behind the insurrection, but it also sanctions future political violence and threatens free and fair elections.

Trump, and the anti-democracy movement he leads, must be countered to ensure our democracy remains as vibrant for America’s next 250 years as it was for the nearly 250 years before.

At a time when our democracy faces persistent threats, all social media platforms have a duty to prevent the spread of misinformation and false conspiracy theories, not enable it.

This blatant effort to disenfranchise North Carolinians and steal an election must be rejected.

On January 6, 2021, our democracy itself was attacked. Years later, we’re still facing widespread efforts further empowered by an incoming president who promised to pardon the criminals behind the insurrection.

In America, voters determine the outcome of elections—not rogue officials or politicians.

North Carolinians deserve better from their elected leaders than a brazen power grab shrouded within the hurricane relief bill. 

Judd’s admission of guilt is a clear reminder that the duty to certify is not optional, and should deter every election official from attempting to subvert the will of voters.

Today’s vote by the Georgia State Election Board clearly exceeds statutory authority and is unlawful. The last-minute requirement to hand count the number of ballots will increase the opportunity for human error and confusion, be difficult, costly, delay the process, and risk ballot security itself.

Step-By-Step Guide Details Georgia Vote Counting and Certification Process to Help Guard Against Election Subversion

We have to remain vigilant as the election denial movement grows and continues to weaponize misinformation, undermine the vote counting process, and attack certification.

This week’s verdict shows the serious consequences waiting for officials like Tina Peters who break the law in an effort to undermine our elections—and they must continue to be held accountable to ensure that our democracy remains strong.

Step-By-Step Guide Details Arizona Vote Counting and Certification Process to Help Guard Against Election Subversion

Step-By-Step Guide Details Nevada Vote Counting and Certification Process to Help Guard Against Election Subversion

There is no place for politics in election administration.

Step-By-Step Guide Details Pennsylvania Vote Counting and Certification Process to Help Guard Against Election Subversion

There should be no place for politics in election administration—but that’s exactly what Julie Adams is trying to do.