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Q&A: When it comes to democratic backsliding, our federalist system is a two-way street

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Briefings

The 2026 midterm elections face significant risks of democratic backsliding due to the Trump administration's demands for state voter roll data and interference with mail-in voting, alongside extreme partisan gerrymandering of congressional districts. These actions threaten to undermine the federalist system's two-way street, creating a volatile political landscape where state-level processes are being manipulated to challenge established democratic norms.

Key points

• The Trump administration is demanding state voter roll data and interfering with mail-in voting procedures during the 2026 midterm elections.
• The administration applied pressure to Georgia election officials to reverse Joe Biden's victory in Georgia's 2020 election.

Context

Democratic backsliding signs are widespread across the U.S. political landscape as the 2026 midterm elections approach, with specific actions targeting state-level election integrity and representation.

Limitations

Evidence covers only the 2026 midterm election period and highlights specific actions by the Trump administration; broader historical context or long-term impacts are not provided.

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