Summary
Trump’s recent executive order on elections includes a provision allowing the DOJ to withhold federal funding from states that do not enter into agreements on election law violations and voter roll maintenance.
Critics argue this exceeds presidential authority and could coerce states into ceding control over election administration.
Experts warn it could undermine state autonomy and lead to punitive funding cuts over routine voter roll maintenance errors.
Legal analysts predict challenges, citing potential overreach and conflict with congressional authority.
Don Mangolini: “Be a shame if we have to pull your funding cause you decide not to work with us…”
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