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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 25/03/2026

Task Force members Tammy Patrick and Pam Smith break down voting machines—what they do, how they work, & what voters need to know. The main takeaway? Voting machines make it faster and more efficient to count votes and record voters’ choices. Watch the full video here: vimeo.com/1175287595?s...

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 23/03/2026

Task Force member Wendy Weiser explains how the decentralized U.S. state and local election process helps protect against interference.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 10/02/2026

Amid Trump’s calls to nationalize elections, Task Force member David Becker, from the Center for Election Innovation Research, spoke with @npr.org about the U.S. election system and who has authority over its administration. Read the full NPR article here: www.npr.org/2026/02/04/n...

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 06/02/2026

How are election officials addressing concerns about potential federal interference in the 2026 midterms? Task Force member Tammy Patrick, CEO of Programs for the Election Center, explains.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 30/01/2026

On Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026 the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) searched an election office in Fulton County, Georgia for ballots, tabulator tapes, and voter rolls from the 2020 presidential election. The cross-partisan National Task Force on Election Crises released the following statement.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 20/01/2026

As of Dec. 24, 2025, domestic mail processed by the U.S.P.S. will be postmarked the day it's processed rather than the date it’s dropped off. Task Force member Tammy Partick says voters will have to plan ahead and drop off ballots early. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 16/01/2026

Task Force member David Becker from the Center for Election Innovation Research recently spoke to @apnews.com about the Trump DOJ’s efforts to obtain sensitive voter information ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Read the full article here: apnews.com/article/elec...

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 19/12/2025

As the nation looks ahead to midterms and the next presidential race, conversations like this remind us that safeguarding free, fair, and peaceful elections is a shared responsibility — one that depends on strong institutions, transparent processes, and a commitment to uphold democratic norms.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 19/12/2025

Ginsberg reflected on how close, contested races test public confidence in the election process itself. He emphasized both the strength of U.S. election infrastructure and the importance of transparency and engagement from the public.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 19/12/2025

During the conference, David M. Satterfield, director of the Baker Institute, sat down with Ben Ginsberg, one of the nation’s leading election-law experts, for a wide-ranging conversation on the legacy of Bush v. Gore and what it still teaches us about protecting our democracy.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 16/12/2025

One outcome Yasmin highlights: “We asked people going in, ‘Do you feel heard by fellow Americans?’ And 40% of people said yes. After just an hour in this virtual conversation, that number jumped to 68%.”

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 02/12/2025

Intimidation makes it harder to run secure, fair elections and risks losing years of on-the-job expertise. Protecting the people who protect our votes is how we protect democracy. Follow our newsletter to learn more: bit.ly/NTFEC

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 18/11/2025

Want to get involved in your local elections? Serving as a poll worker is one of the most meaningful ways to support your community and see firsthand the checks and balances that ensure every legitimate vote is counted.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 14/11/2025

More Americans have access to early and mail voting than ever before, and recent elections have seen record-high turnout. As David Becker reminds us in this Task Force briefing, it’s never been easier or more secure to vote by mail. 🗳️

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 04/11/2025

It takes time for election workers to properly count ballots — and that’s a sign of accuracy, not a conspiracy. Tammy Patrick of the Election Center reminds voters today that election officials are bound by the law to ensure results are verified, auditable, and correct.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 04/11/2025

As voting comes to a close in many states with elections this fall, Task Force member Laura MacCleery says that the early voting process has remained orderly, transparent, and secure.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 04/11/2025

With elections tomorrow in CA, NJ, NY, PA, and VA, election experts from the National Task Force on Election Crises emphasize the strength and transparency of America’s voting systems.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 03/11/2025

Behind every secure election are professionals who make it happen. In our latest briefing, Tammy Patrick of the Election Center highlights the preparation, professionalism, and consistency of local election administrators across the country.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 29/10/2025

Intimidation toward election workers is a threat to our democracy. Protecting democracy means protecting the people who make sure every eligible ballot gets counted. Sign up for our newsletter to learn more: bit.ly/NTFEC

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 28/10/2025

Disinformation, from fake claims about fraud to AI-generated deepfakes, aims to weaken trust in elections. But the reality is that our elections *are* safe and secure (and our job is to keep them that way). Get the facts here: bit.ly/NTFEC

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 21/10/2025

As we look ahead to special elections, Michael Morley's recent C-SPAN interview offers a key structural point: the President does not have unilateral authority to restrict how states conduct elections. That responsibility belongs primarily to the states, within federal law and the Constitution.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 16/10/2025

In a recent @c-span.bsky.social interview, Michael Morley — National Task Force member and election law expert at Florida State University — discussed how state election laws shape the timing of election results.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 11/09/2025

The National Task Force on Election Crises unequivocally condemns the attack that killed political activist Charlie Kirk.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 06/08/2025

We’re pleased to introduce our newest member, @elizabethneumann.bsky.social. Elizabeth is an expert on national security, political violence, and extremism. She brings a wealth of knowledge on countering violent extremism and disinformation in elections.

Elizabeth Neumann
Task Force Member
Chief Strategy Officer, Moonshot

Areas of Expertise:
National Security
Political Violence & Intimidation
Social Media & Artificial Intelligence
Foreign or Cyber Interference
Mis/Disinformation

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 31/07/2025

Safe and secure elections take preparation. During off years, Task Force members continue to advocate for voters, provide advice to election workers, and develop plans to protect elections for years to come. Sign up to become an Advocate and stay in the loop on our work: bit.ly/NTFEC

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 24/07/2025

Last month, Task Force Member and @votolatino.bsky.social President @mariateresakumar.bsky.social participated in a conversation at the 2025 Social Innovation Summit about how to expand democratic participation and build trust in our institutions.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 16/07/2025

Well-run elections require preparation even in non-election years. For Task Force members like @campaignlegal.org President @thetrevorpotter.bsky.social, that means tracking policies that threaten election access and integrity.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 26/06/2025

In an op-ed for the @thefulcrum-us.bsky.social, Task Force members @adavnoti.bsky.social & @thetrevorpotter.bsky.social shared their thoughts on the future of the FEC amid recent transitions. Read the full article here thefulcrum.us/ethics-leade...

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 22/05/2025

Task Force member & @verifiedvoting.org CEO Pam Smith shared her thoughts on prioritizing election security by funding organizations like the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) in an article for The Contrarian. Read the full article here: contrarian.substack.com/p/we-cant-af...

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 14/05/2025

Amid the uncertainty surrounding the Federal Elections Commission, Task Force member & @campaignlegal.org President @thetrevorpotter.bsky.social penned an op-ed on the agency’s 50th anniversary. His insights are below ⬇️

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 08/05/2025

IYCMI: Task Force member @rosenzweigp.bsky.social’s op-ed in @theatlantic.com examines the potential impact of a recent executive order on election administration and the balance of state and federal power.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 01/05/2025

ICYMI: Task Force members @paulrosenzweig.bsky.social and Pamela Smith, along with Adam Ambrogi, Chief of External Affairs at the League of Women Voters, shared expert analysis on the risks to election security in a compelling op-ed for @newsweek.com in March.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 28/04/2025

Task Force member + @brennancenter.bsky.social VP Wendy Weiser spoke to @glamour.com in Feb about the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. While proponents of the bill say it will protect against noncitizen voters, data shows that the SAVE Act will disenfranchise eligible American voters

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 25/04/2025

Task Force member Lawrence Norden and @BrennanCenter counsel @derektisler shared their thoughts on actions against U.S. election security in a February op-ed for @Slate. Key takeaways from the article are threaded below ⬇️

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 03/04/2025

With the support of more than 300 federal employees, the Federal Election Commission has significant powers that can be used with a quorum of four commissioners (meaning four of six are needed for any decision/action). More on what they do below 👇

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 24/03/2025

Since 1974, the Federal Election Committee has enforced + regulated campaign finance law for federal elections (House, Senate, Presidential, and Vice Presidential races) under the leadership of a bipartisan board of 6 commissioners appointed by the Pres. + confirmed by the Senate

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 21/03/2025

The ongoing legal battle surrounding the North Carolina Supreme Court race has been passed from court to court. Today, the state court of appeals will hear oral arguments. A breakdown of the dispute from Election Day to now can be found in the graphic below 👇

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 14/03/2025

Ballew Puryear and our partner @brennancenter.bsky.social filed an amicus brief on behalf of 6 North Carolina voters, @usvotefoundation.bsky.social, and Association of Americans Resident Overseas urging the court not to discard their lawfully cast ballots. More from the brief threaded below:⬇️

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 29/01/2025

Trey Grayson, a Task Force member, joined our briefing on Lessons from the 2024 Election to share policy changes that legislators can address now to prepare for future elections.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 27/01/2025

At the 2024 Lessons briefing, Maria Teresa Kumar, a Task Force member and Founder of Voto Latino, emphasized the importance of working together regardless of party affiliation to preserve election integrity and ensure that elections are fair and secure.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 24/01/2025

The Task Force held a briefing to discuss the 2024 Election Takeaways & What’s Next. Check out the insights from panelists Maria Teresa Kumar, Trey Grayson, and Chris Crawford. More findings are here: electiontaskforce.org/lessons-from...

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 06/01/2025

The new Congress will meet in a joint session to count the electoral votes. As President of the Senate, the Vice President oversees the process and observes the tally. After the votes are counted, the VP announces the next President and Vice President. Read more: www.archives.gov/electoral-co...

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 23/12/2024

After States' electoral college duties are complete, elector certificates & votes are sent to the Office of the Federal Register for verification. Then, sent to the Archivist & the vote is passed to Congress for final tally and to announce the POTUS & VP. www.archives.gov/electoral-co...

Elector Certificates and Votes Due to US Archivist
Steps:
Nov 5 –- Voters cast their ballots for the popular vote
Nov 5 - Dec 11 — Canvass, Tabulation, Audits & Certification to verify local and state election results
Dec 17 — State electors meet to vote for President & Vice President, and submit their votes via Certificates of Vote and Certificates of Ascertainment to the Archivist.
Dec 25 — Deadline for the Senate & Archivist to receive electoral votes
Jan 3 — Office of the Federal Registrar validates the Certificates and sends a copy to Congress
Jan 6 - The 119th Congress counts electoral votes and declares the President and VP.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 17/12/2024

The Electoral Count Reform Act (ECRA) provides a federal framework to ensure that the electoral process proceeds fairly and lawfully. Under the ECRA, state electors meet on Dec 17 to cast their votes on behalf of their state. Read more: campaignlegal.org/sites/defaul...

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 06/12/2024

At the state level, certification boards will complete a canvass of certified results from local boards and formally certify the winners. State officials are mandated to certify the election results according to state statutes. Read more on how that works statecourtreport.org/our-work/ana...

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 04/12/2024

After votes are canvassed and audited, election officials proceed to official certification, until then results remain unofficial. Certified results determine who is sworn into office. Find state-by-state certification dates here: www.ncsl.org/elections-an...

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 02/12/2024

45 states have implemented post-election audit laws. Risk-limiting audits have gained attention in some states due to their ability to reduce the risk of certifying the wrong winner. Check out @verifiedvoting.bsky.social's map for more on post-election audit laws: verifiedvoting.org/verifier/#mo...

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 25/11/2024

After ballots are canvassed and tabulated, post-election audits are conducted to ensure every vote is accurately counted and no discrepancies are found. Learn more about what a post-election audit is and why it's important here: www.ncsl.org/elections-an...

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