Election preparations, which can take months or years, involve registering voters and maintaining voting machines, and are conducted by state and local jurisdictions with federal government support. However, in the current election year, the Election Assistance Commission, which aids these efforts, is reportedly unable to function effectively. Thomas Hicks, a former chair of the commission, discussed these challenges in an interview with Geoff Bennett.
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Former Election Assistance Commission Chair Discusses Challenges in Election Preparations
Election preparations are essential and involve various levels of government. Thomas Hicks, the former chair of the Election Assistance Commission, highlighted the current inability of the agency to function effectively during this election year in an interview.
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Ousted Election Assistance Commission chair on Trump's effort to control voting
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Former Election Assistance Commission Chair Discusses Challenges in Election Preparations