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Rep. Norma Torres Criticizes President Trump's Election Fraud Claims, Emphasizes Secure Elections

Rep. Norma Torres Criticizes President Trump's Election Fraud Claims, Emphasizes Secure Elections

Rep. Norma Torres, a Democrat from Pomona, has publicly criticized President Trump's recent speech alleging massive election fraud in the United States. Torres emphasized that the facts about the security of U.S. elections remain unchanged and that Americans deserve leaders who respect the truth and their constitutional right to vote. She argued that instead of focusing on changing election rules, the administration should address the everyday challenges faced by American families, such as rising costs and attacks on freedoms. Torres highlighted the importance of supporting local election officials to ensure that every eligible American can vote and that every lawful ballot is counted.

GOP Officials Dismiss President Trump's Claims of Election Security Threats

GOP Officials Dismiss President Trump's Claims of Election Security Threats

President Trump recently claimed that his administration uncovered significant vulnerabilities in the U.S. election infrastructure, citing threats from countries like China and Venezuela. However, these claims have been met with skepticism from state election officials across the country. During a conference in Boston, officials from 37 states expressed that Trump's address did not present new evidence, and many GOP officials dismissed the claims as outdated information. The Trump administration has been criticized for escalating attacks on the voting process, with some officials suggesting that these claims are a strategy to explain potential GOP losses in the upcoming midterm elections. Despite the administration's assertions, comprehensive studies have shown that illegal voting by non-citizens occurs on a very small scale.

Schumer Leads Democrats in Preparing for Potential Election Disruptions in 2026

Schumer Leads Democrats in Preparing for Potential Election Disruptions in 2026

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer convened a group of Democratic lawmakers to prepare for potential disruptions in the upcoming 2026 midterm elections. The meeting, held in a private setting near the Senate chamber, involved rehearsing responses to hypothetical scenarios that could threaten the integrity of the elections. These scenarios included disinformation campaigns leading to voter-roll purges, the deployment of National Guard troops at polling places, and potential failures in election machinery. The exercises are part of a broader Democratic effort to anticipate and mitigate election-related challenges, particularly in light of concerns about actions by President Trump and his supporters. Schumer emphasized the importance of being prepared to prevent any attempts to undermine the electoral process.

Trump returns to Georgia with election claims, worrying some Republicans

Trump returns to Georgia with election claims, worrying some Republicans

By Bo Erickson MARIETTA, Georgia, July 22 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump rallied supporters in Georgia on Wednesday to press for stricter nationwide voting requirements, leaning into his election-security message that some Republicans worry could hurt them in the state's competitive U.S.

New Jersey's Noncitizen Voter Registration Error Sparks Election Fraud Debate

New Jersey's Noncitizen Voter Registration Error Sparks Election Fraud Debate

A software error in New Jersey led to the registration of 6,600 noncitizens to vote, with fewer than 400 casting ballots. This incident has been seized upon by President Trump and other Republicans as evidence of widespread voter fraud, despite experts and officials arguing otherwise. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) claimed that 278,000 noncitizens were registered across four states, including New Jersey, but provided little evidence or methodology to support this figure. The error in New Jersey is attributed to the state's automatic voter registration system, which registers individuals during interactions with motor vehicle offices unless they opt out. The incident has fueled ongoing debates about election integrity and the need for stricter voter ID laws.

FACT FOCUS: Posts falsely claim Obama urged noncitizens to vote in 2016

FACT FOCUS: Posts falsely claim Obama urged noncitizens to vote in 2016

As President Donald Trump continues to push for stricter proof of citizenship laws ahead of the midterm elections, social media users are falsely alleging that an old clip shows former President Barack Obama telling people in the U.S. illegally to vote in the 2016 election

President Trump Repeatedly Labels Democrats as Communists, Sparking Controversy

President Trump Repeatedly Labels Democrats as Communists, Sparking Controversy

President Trump has been using the term 'communists' to describe Democrats, repeating this label 81 times over a two-week period. This rhetoric is part of a broader strategy to create a vivid and frightening narrative against political opponents. The technique involves making bold claims that do not necessarily need to be true but are designed to instill fear and rally his base. This approach has historical precedents and is seen as a method to consolidate power by creating a common enemy. The narrative has been amplified by Trump's speeches and media appearances, despite being fact-checked and debunked by various sources.

New Jersey says software error put 6,600 noncitizens on voter rolls

New Jersey says software error put 6,600 noncitizens on voter rolls

By Doina Chiacu July 21 (Reuters) - Roughly 6,600 people who were not U.S. citizens were accidentally added to New Jersey's voter rolls because of a software error at the state motor vehicles department, but fewer than 400 actually cast ballots in elections since 2023, Governor Mikie Sherrill said

6,600 noncitizens registered to vote after error in New Jersey motor vehicle system, governor says

6,600 noncitizens registered to vote after error in New Jersey motor vehicle system, governor says

New Jersey's governor says about 6,600 people who indicated they were noncitizens were nonetheless registered to vote in the state because of a Motor Vehicle Commission system error

New Jersey Motor Vehicle System Error Registers 6,600 Noncitizens to Vote, Governor Sherrill Reports

New Jersey Motor Vehicle System Error Registers 6,600 Noncitizens to Vote, Governor Sherrill Reports

Governor Mikie Sherrill of New Jersey has announced that a software error in the state's Motor Vehicle Commission system led to the improper registration of approximately 6,600 noncitizens to vote in 2023 and 2024. This issue was discovered when individuals applying for driver's licenses and state IDs were mistakenly added to voter rolls. Sherrill, who took office recently, stated that a preliminary analysis indicated fewer than 400 of these individuals actually cast ballots. The governor has ordered the removal of these erroneous registrations and is replacing the vendor responsible for the system. An investigation into the error has been launched. This revelation comes amid ongoing claims by President Trump and other Republicans about noncitizen voting, although such instances are rare and can result in felony charges and deportation.

US Senate panel narrowly backs Trump nominee to be top US spy

US Senate panel narrowly backs Trump nominee to be top US spy

By Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON, July 21 (Reuters) - The U.S.

On This Day: Hillary Clinton Chose Tim Kaine as Her Running Mate

On This Day: Hillary Clinton Chose Tim Kaine as Her Running Mate

presidential election was a pivotal moment for the Democratic Party, as it sought to maintain control of the White House following two terms under ...