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Appeals court ruling lets Trump administration threaten election officials again
Original: Trump administration can threaten election officials again after latest appeals court reversal
A federal appeals court has reversed a lower ruling, allowing the Trump administration to once again issue threats against election officials. The decision removes legal protections that had shielded state and local election workers from federal pressure, reigniting concerns about the safety and independence of those who administer US elections.
Why now: The appeals court reversal immediately changes the legal landscape for election officials ahead of upcoming elections.
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