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House Republicans push for cuts to already-underfunded election security agency

By: Jonathan Shorman - June 3, 2026 12:57 pm

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Summary

The article reports that despite Republican demands for sweeping voting restrictions in the name of election security, the U.S. Election Assistance Commission — the only federal agency dedicated to election security — operates on a minimal budget. House Republicans have signaled further cuts to election security grants, which are already described as insufficient for states' needs.

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bskyHouse Republicans push for cuts to already-underfunded election security agencywestvirginiawatch.com

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President Donald Trump and his Republican allies have demanded Congress pass sweeping voting restrictions, including showing proof of citizenship to register — all in the name of election security.

The only federal agency dedicated solely to helping states and localities run smooth and secure elections operates on a meager budget.

U.S. House Republicans have signaled they want sizable further cuts.

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Ahead of the November midterm elections, President Donald Trump and his Republican allies have demanded Congress pass sweeping voting restrictions, including showing proof of citizenship to register — all in the name of election security.At the same time,

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