Kweisi Mfume (D-MD)
Denouncing statements by President Donald J. Trump that he may "nationalize," commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections.
A Democratic resolution with 6 Democratic cosponsors · See all 6 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution denounces statements made by President Donald J. Trump regarding the potential nationalization or direct control of elections. It asserts that the Constitution grants the authority over the times, places, and manner of Federal elections to State legislatures and Congress rather than the President. The resolution argues that proposals to "nationalize the voting" would displace the roles of State and local authorities. It further states that any unilateral attempt by the President to control elections would be illegal and unconstitutional. Finally, it maintains that such actions would constitute grounds for impeachment and removal from office.
Yes· 3 of 6
- Scored +7
Does this leave more decisions to the states?
The resolution explicitly defends the constitutional prerogative of State legislatures to oversee the times, places, and manner of elections.
- Scored +5
Does this protect the right to vote?
The resolution protects the constitutional authority of state and local legislatures over elections from executive takeover.
- Scored +5
Does this make casting a ballot easier in practice?
By affirming state-led election administration, it seeks to maintain the established processes through which citizens vote.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Preservation of Constitutional Order: The resolution seeks to protect the structural commitment to federalism and the separation of powers by affirming that States have the primary responsibility for regulating elections (Whereas clause 4).
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Protection of Democratic Integrity: By rejecting the unilateral takeover of elections, the resolution aims to preserve the integrity of the Republic, the rule of law, and public confidence in democratic self-government (Whereas clause 7).
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Accountability of Executive Power: The resolution establishes that any attempt to unconstitutionally infringe on the prerogatives of States or laws enacted by Congress would be grounds for impeachment and removal from office (Resolution clause 5).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are mentioned in the text of the resolution.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this leave more decisions to the states? — The resolution explicitly defends the constitutional prerogative of State legislatures to oversee the times, places, and manner of elections. Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The resolution aims to uphold public confidence in democratic self-government by opposing unilateral executive control.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this make casting a ballot easier in practice? — By affirming state-led election administration, it seeks to maintain the established processes through which citizens vote. Does this protect the right to vote? — The resolution protects the constitutional authority of state and local legislatures over elections from executive takeover.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The resolution supports the maintenance of existing local and state election administration structures. Would people in cities be better off under this? — The resolution supports the maintenance of existing local and state election administration structures.
- 6/24/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/9/2026
- 5 Cosponsors added.
- 2/12/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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