Article Summary

The article reports that Donald Trump did not rule out declaring a national security emergency to gain control over the 2026 elections, following a suggestion from a supporter. It highlights concerns that Trump may try to change election rules unilaterally, using emergency powers, and points to past actions—like targeting mail-in ballots and pushing unfounded fraud claims—as signs of a broader effort to influence elections in favor of Republicans. The tone is alarming, emphasizing the potential threat to democratic norms.