Election officials sound alarm over political interference in midterms
President Trump called the Virginia redistricting results a 'rigged election,' prompting concerns from officials about political interference in the midterms.

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Published Apr 22, 2026
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Local election officials and federal watchdogs report a breakdown in trust and support as the Trump administration replaces non-partisan cybersecurity experts with figures who have questioned previous election results.
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