US officials are actively prepping states for Trump interference in the midterm elections: report

Key Points:

• A group of 10 current and former U.S. officials with defense experience is warning states to prepare for potential interference by the Trump administration in the upcoming midterm elections, driven by concerns over attempts to undermine the results.
• The warnings stem from Trump's repeated false claims of election fraud and a "deep state" conspiracy, with fears heightened due to his low approval ratings and rhetoric at midterm rallies urging supporters to vote as if he were on the ballot.
• Officials from 10 states, including bipartisan governors and lawmakers, have expressed concern about possible federal intervention to maintain GOP power, but many are unsure how to respond effectively.
• The White House dismissed these concerns, emphasizing efforts to protect elections and prosecute illegal voting, while the Justice Department has taken aggressive actions such as challenging California’s voter rolls and filing charges against alleged fraudulent voters.
• National security officials have cautioned about potential misuse of federal powers, including deploying immigration agents or troops at polling stations, though these warnings are based on public analysis rather than classified intelligence.