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The Markup: Trump elections order loses again in court Our weekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1187 bills this year in 39 states + DC.

This week in Arizona, a ballot measure is on the move to end all early in-person voting AND ban vote centers. Read all about it, plus all the other updates we're tracking this week in election law & policy: votingrightslab.org/2026/02/02/t...

Pam Bondi Exploited ICE Violence to Control State Elections The attorney general saw an opportunity to advance the Trump regime’s elections agenda — even if it meant taking advantage of a tragedy.

“…this administration continues to escalate its efforts to seize control of our elections — in Minnesota, in Fulton County, Georgia, and throughout the country.”

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Pam Bondi Exploited ICE Violence to Control State Elections AG Pam Bondi exploited the tragedy of ICE killing Alex Pretti to advance the Trump regime's elections agenda.

The latest escalation in the Trump regime's efforts to seize control of state elections.

Pam Bondi Exploited ICE Violence to Control State Elections The attorney general saw an opportunity to advance the Trump regime’s elections agenda — even if it meant taking advantage of a tragedy.

The day that federal agents killed Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, U.S. AG Pam Bondi exploited the tragedy to advance the Trump regime's elections agenda — by demanding that Minnesota give the DOJ unfettered access to the state's voting rolls. @contrariannews.org
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Samantha Tarazi of @votingrightslab.bsky.social breaks down how elections are protected and where they can be improved on the latest episode of #TheContext: bit.ly/GetTheContext

The Markup: GOP lawmakers look to revive SAVE Act Our weekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1044 bills this year in 38 states + DC.

This week in election law & policy: Winter storm disrupts early voting in TX, NY, & LA. A federal court struck down Virginia's felony disenfranchisement policy. Additionally, some GOP officials are eyeing revival of the SAVE Act. Read all about it in The Markup: votingrightslab.org/2026/01/26/t...

The Markup: Arizona advances slate of restrictive voting bills Our weekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 942 bills this session across 36 states.

It's January 20th, 2026 — and we're already tracking 942 voting bills moving in 36 states + D.C. Read the highlights of what we're watching in this week's edition of The Markup: votingrightslab.org/2026/01/20/t...

2026 is a crucial election year in the US.

If we want to create a welcome space for free and fair elections, Samantha Tarazi of @votingrightslab.bsky.social encourages us to start small: check your voter registration, stay informed, and engage with people who think differently. 🤝

The Markup: Third federal court strikes down key pieces of Trump's executive order Our weekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 770 bills this session across 34 states.

ICYMI: Florida's state legislative session kicked off this week. Ahead of session, members in both chambers prefiled two bills that would impose proof of citizenship requirements on Florida voters. More on this & other state election legislation we're tracking: votingrightslab.org/2026/01/12/t...

The Constitution is clear: the power of elections lives with states and Congress. We welcomed voting and policy expert Samantha Tarazi (@votingrightslab.bsky.social) to #TheContext to help us understand the challenges of this upcoming election year.

The impact of Trump's election agenda in state legislatures President Trump has held up election security as a major issue, but while Congress is considering new voting laws before this year's midterms, elections are primarily run by states.

Chris Diaz, our Director of Legislative Tracking, spoke on @wbur.org's Here & Now yesterday about the restrictive voting laws passed at the state level in 2025 — as well as what our team is watching heading into 2026. Tune in!
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The Markup: Mail voting, automatic registration bills move forward in New Jersey Our weekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 705 bills this session across 30 states.

And we're back! We're already monitoring at least 705 election bills filed or pre-filed in the 2026 legislative session across 30 states. Read up on the latest developments in election law and policy, powered by our Election Policy Tracker: votingrightslab.org/2026/01/05/t...

2025 Roundup: How Trump’s Elections Agenda Fared in the States An overview of 2025 in state election policy — revealing the state of our elections less than a year out from the midterms.

Read our full analysis of state voting rights legislation in 2025 here:
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New laws in 2026 target AI and deepfakes, paid leave and rising Obamacare premiums A spate of new state voting laws will also be in effect for next year's midterm elections.

This past year, our tracking found that 20 states passed 37 bills to restrict voting access and elections. Many such bills were influenced by President Trump’s March executive order pushing for broad changes in how the U.S. conducts its elections. www.nbcnews.com/politics/pol...

2025 Roundup: How Trump’s Elections Agenda Fared in the States An overview of 2025 in state election policy — revealing the state of our elections less than a year out from the midterms.

NEW: Read our overview of 2025 election law developments, including how President Trump’s agenda is reshaping the landscape of state election policy.

The Markup: Georgia court reinstates ban on providing food and water to voters in line Our biweekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1,783 bills this session.

County election officials in Texas have confirmed that hundreds of Texas voters were flagged incorrectly by the secretary of state as potential noncitizens. Read more about this and other recent updates in state election law and policy: votingrightslab.org/2025/12/08/t...

A Great Day for Democracy: Key Lessons From the 2025 Elections What happened on November 4, 2025 — and what it can tell us about the state of our democracy.

NEW ANALYSIS: Our take on Election Day 2025, and what it can tell us to expect in the coming 2026 midterms.
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The Markup: Supreme Court takes up challenge to state postmark deadlines for mail ballots. Our biweekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1,766 bills across 50 states.

SCOTUS is taking up Watson v. RNC, a challenge to state postmark deadlines for mail ballots. Read all about this and more of the latest in election law & policy:
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What’s at Stake for Elections at the Supreme Court A rundown of the election cases on the U.S. Supreme Court docket we're watching during the 2025-2026 term.

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear the case Watson v. RNC, on whether federal statutes preempt state laws allowing mail ballots postmarked by Election Day to be counted. Facts of the case (FKA RNC v. Wetzel) are in our recent rundown of SCOTUS cases to watch: votingrightslab.org/report/whats...

"There is no doubt that elections will take place in 2026, and it’s up to states to decide just how free or fair they will be." Read the latest @USATODAY op-ed from our CEO, Samantha Tarazi:
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150 Years of Military and Overseas Voting Now Under Threat Four key trends could re-shape our time-tested, secure system of military and overseas (UOCAVA) voting.

Four trends have emerged that threaten to reshape overseas and military (UOCAVA) voting as we head into 2026. Read our analysis here: votingrightslab.org/2025/10/22/1...

The Markup: NC election board demands private voter data Our biweekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1,765 bills across 50 states.

The Trump administration has hired noted 2020 election denier Kurt Olsen to lead election investigations. Read all about this and other updates we're watching this week in election law and policy: votingrightslab.org/2025/10/27/t...

A full slate of election law cases are on the docket for the Supreme Court this term. Read about the ones we're watching, plus other election law & policy updates right here: votingrightslab.org/2025/10/14/t...

New Laws Threaten Students' Freedom to Vote Burdensome voter ID laws, registration requirements, and polling place locations can all impede students’ freedom to vote.

College student? Get the facts on what recent election laws mean for your ability to access the ballot box. ⤵️ votingrightslab.org/2025/09/29/n...

The Markup: Pennsylvania Supreme Court rules officials must notify voters about mail ballot errors Our biweekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1,731 bills across 50 states.

Pennsylvania's Supreme Court ruled on Friday that county election officials must inform voters when their mail ballots are disqualified due to errors like missing dates or signatures. More on this & other recent updates in election law & policy:
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Announcing our new Chief Executive Officer: Samantha Tarazi! As Voting Rights Lab's co-founder and former COO, Sam has been a primary driving force behind our innovative programs – we're thrilled to welcome her into this role. Learn more: votingrightslab.org/about-us

The Markup: April 14, 2025 - Voting Rights Lab Our weekly insights and analysis of the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1556 bills across 49 states.

This week in election policy: NC Supreme Court threatens to overturn the 2024 election results by tossing out military ballots. Read all about this and other updates in The Markup:

Let’s be clear: This executive order attempts to wrap our state-run elections in massive federal government red tape—while handing Elon Musk the keys to sensitive state voter registration lists & systems. It won't stand up to the scrutiny of the courts or the American people.

Most election law is created at the state level. Trump’s EO represents a massive attempt to control who gets to vote and how our elections run. Our state & local election officials do not need a mandate that will create more chaos and confusion.

State and Federal Law Ensures Only Citizens Can Vote in U.S. Elections - Voting Rights Lab This fact sheet describes the current systems that ensure only U.S. citizens vote in U.S. elections.

States already have in place robust checks and balances to ensure only citizens vote. New bureaucratic documentary mandates will only create chaos and make it harder for eligible voters to make their voices heard at the ballot box. votingrightslab.org/2024/10/28/s...