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 leaves the four-member bipartisan commission entirely without sitting commissioners. The commission certifies voting systems and maintains the national mail voter registration form. These terminations occur as midterm elections approach in November.

The U.S. Election Assistance Commission is tasked with helping state and local officials run elections.

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

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…