Why Future Federal Reports on Election Security May Be Unreliable

Why Future Federal Reports on Election Security May Be Unreliable

The Department of Homeland Security's promotion of an activist with a history of false election claims is damaging its credibility.

As the Department of Homeland Security prepares to issue reports about the integrity of state election systems, the public should be aware of tactics used by election deniers to spread false narratives.

President Trump has attempted to assert control over election systems, ordering DHS to report on election technology security and review state voter rolls for unqualified voters.

The public should be on the lookout for familiar tactics used by election deniers to spread false or misleading narratives.

This effort, which began after President Trump's second term started, raises concerns about the reliability of future federal reports on election security.

Author's summary: DHS credibility is at risk due to promotion of activist with false claims.

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