Fwd: Trump, in an escalation, calls for Republicans to “nationalize” elections

[Russ Bellant]

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From: Russ Bellant <russb...@gmail.com>
Date: Tue, Feb 3, 2026 at 9:39 AM
Subject: Fwd: Trump, in an escalation, calls for Republicans to “nationalize” elections
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Trump's latest scheme to keep power by taking control of election machinery in 15 states. Apparently, forever. If you cannot read this original article, please let me know. I will find a way to get it to you. Its super-serious,

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From: The New York Times <edito...@nytimes.com>
Date: Tue, Feb 3, 2026 at 9:12 AM
Subject: Trump, in an escalation, calls for Republicans to “nationalize” elections

His remarks about elections came as Democrats have outperformed the G.O.P. in a series of contests.

View in browser|nytimes.com February 3, 2026 Caroline Yang for The New York Times Trump, in an Escalation, Calls for Republicans to ‘Nationalize’ Elections The comments, made on a conservative podcast, follow a string of moves from his administration to try to exert more control over American elections. Read more MORE TOP STORIES “They couldn’t break me”: The story of a protester, the White House and a doctored photo. → Bill and Hillary Clinton agreed to testify in the House’s Jeffrey Epstein investigation, capitulating to a Republican chairman. → Colleges are seeing major racial shifts in student enrollment. → Sign up for the On Politics newsletter. It's a pivotal moment for American politics. Join us for 2026 and beyond. Get it in your inbox If you received this newsletter from someone else, subscribe here. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018