The White House on Thursday fired the leadership of the federal agency that provides funding and security guidance to election officials, according to sources familiar with the matter and an email reviewed by CNN — a move that’s already raising alarm bells among election officials about federal interference ahead of the midterms.

The White House said the fired members will be “replaced,” but any new appointments by Trump will need to be approved by the Senate.

Created in 2002, the Election Assistance Commission helps local officials prepare for elections.

US President Trump removed the final three members of the Election Assistance Commission. One Republican commissioner resigned, and two Democrats were fired via email. This action…