These Far-Right Conspiracists Are Pushing Trump to Take Control of Voting

Individuals identified as far-right figures, including Peter Ticktin, a former lawyer for Donald Trump, and Jerome Corsi, described as a conspiracy theorist, are reportedly advocating that Donald Trump declare a national emergency. This advocacy is based on claims of foreign interference in the 2020 election, which have been widely disputed. The proposal includes a draft executive order that, if implemented, would allow the president to prohibit mail-in voting, confiscate voting machines, and establish new voter registration regulations. Legal experts have stated that such an order would be unconstitutional and would likely be challenged in courts, as the president does not have authority over state-administered elections. Reports indicate that Trump's previous statements and his engagement with individuals who dispute election results suggest he may consider such proposals. This initiative seeks to alter election regulations in advance of the 2026 midterm elections.