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Trump removes remaining members of the federal Election Assistance Commission
By Jacob Gardenswartz at NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· July 10, 2026
· 2 min read
All three remaining members of the federal body tasked with administering elections have been fired or resigned, Scripps News has learned.Scripps News confirmed on Thursday that Democratic commissioners Thomas Hicks and Benjamin Hovland were fired, while Republican Christy McCormick resigned her ...
Key takeaway The Slaughter decision gives the President precedence to do so," said the official.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The removal of the Election Assistance Commission's members raises concerns for Nashville 's election administration, as the agency played a crucial role in guiding states on election best practices. Without commissioners, the agency's ability to provide resources and support to local election officials is uncertain, potentially impacting the administration of elections in Davidson County. This change comes at a time when Nashville is preparing for upcoming elections, and local officials may need to rely on alternative sources for guidance on election security and voter participation. The White House's emphasis on securing elections and preventing fraud may lead to increased scrutiny of local election practices, and Nashville's election officials will need to adapt to any new federal requirements or guidelines that emerge from this shift.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? All three remaining members of the federal body tasked with administering elections have been fired or resigned, Scripps News has learned.Scripps News confirmed on Thursday that Democratic commissioners Thomas Hicks and Benjamin Hovland were fired, while Republican Christy McCormick resigned her ...
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