# Election Commission Paralyzed | Indianapolis News

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Podcast: [Indianapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/indianapolis-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7460712)
Published: 2026-07-11T21:55:39+00:00
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Trump just gutted the Election Assistance Commission, sidelining two of its three voting members and leaving the agency paralyzed — a major blow to election readiness as midterms loom. With the Supreme Court recently expanding presidential control over agency leadership, the White House claims this move ensures election security and vote counting, but critics warn it undermines a vital federal body designed to help states run fair, efficient elections — from funding to voting tech. With no new appointees in sight, states are left scrambling, and the future of federal election support hangs in the balance. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/52f8b599e29aadad

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