"Donald Trump has called on the GOP to nationalize elections, which are currently run by states, as mandated in the Constitution. Many are alarmed by the president's words, considering his continued quest to consolidate power and his inability to accept the results of free and fair elections. In short, his desire to nationalize seems like a blatant effort to control their outcomes."
"Even top Republicans have publicly disagreed with the president on the matter. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) said he is "not in favor" because it's "a constitutional issue." House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) tried to downplay Trump's comments, claiming Trump was just expressing frustration "about the lack of some of the blue states, frankly, of enforcing these things and making sure that they are free and fair elections." While Johnson made wild accusations of election fraud with no proof, he nonetheless declared, "I do not want to see us nationalizing elections.""
""They trust him about as much as they trust him to be modest," Enten said, explaining that only 43% of American adults believe Trump is committed to free and fair elections, compared to 56 percent who do not trust him. The numbers are worse among independents. "This is a group that Donald Trump has really been struggling with," Enten said, "and when it comes to his commitment to free and fair elections, they absolutely believe he is not.""
Donald Trump called on the GOP to nationalize elections, though the Constitution assigns election administration to the states. Critics warned the proposal would concentrate power and risk influencing outcomes. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer labeled the idea outlandishly illegal, and several top Republicans publicly disagreed. Senate Majority Leader John Thune cited constitutional concerns, while House Speaker Mike Johnson said he did not want nationalized elections despite alleging fraud in some states. Polling by CNN found only 43% of American adults believe Trump is committed to free and fair elections, with lower trust among independents.
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