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.

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. 🗳️

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

Free and fair elections are the foundation of democracy. Threats like intimidation and disinformation won't change that – as long as we continue to support election officials and voters. Sign up for our newsletter to learn more: bit.ly/NTFEC

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.

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.

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

The Task Force uses its expertise to help election officials adapt to new challenges like changes in voting technology to evolving legal frameworks and resource constraints. Stay up to date on how Task Force members are helping officials prepare for the 2026 midterms. Sign up: https://bit.ly/NTFEC

Task Force Member and @brennancenter.org Vice President @larrynorden.bsky.social co-authored an analysis of the 2025 Election Officials survey with Brennan Center Strategist Ruby Edlin.

@verifiedvoting.org released an explainer on how QR codes and barcodes are used in elections, providing an additional resource for voters to understand election administration. verifiedvoting.org/decoding-you...

@verifiedvoting.org has released a new interactive map showing which jurisdictions use ballot-marking devices that encode votes in QR codes or barcodes.

Task Force Member and @legaldefensefund.bsky.social President @janainelson.bsky.social was recently featured on @weeknightmsnbc to discuss the federal government’s request for private voter data.

Understanding how election results are certified, how voting rights are enforced and sharing that accurate information matters. Want to help others navigate the process ahead of 2026? Sign up to be a Task Force Advocate ⬇️ bit.ly/NTFEC

Last month, the Court of Appeals of Georgia affirmed a lower court’s October ruling that local election officials have a legal duty to certify results—even if they personally disagree with the outcome.

The Supreme Court has temporarily paused a lower-court ruling that would have stripped private citizens and civil rights groups in seven states from suing under Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act.

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.

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

Running an election takes time and coordination, including training election officials. Task Force member and Election Center Chief Program Officer Tammy Patrick shared her insights on a recent @theelectionsgroup.bsky.social webinar on Strengthening the Election Workforce

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.

Election workers perform critical and demanding work in order to run smooth and secure elections. The Elections Group hosted a conversation to highlight the human element behind elections, including the stressors these workers face as they make Election Day possible.

Protecting elections isn’t just a focus during election years. What we learn each cycle can help make voting more secure + efficient. Become an Advocate to stay up to date on how the Task Force informs better policy for voters and election officials alike. Sign up for updates 👇 bit.ly/NTFEC

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.

Task Force Member and @allvotingislocal.bsky.social Executive Director @hannahkfried.bsky.social ‬ was recently featured in Season 2 of @elevateprize.bsky.social’s Nevertheless docuseries. This season highlights leaders who protect democracy and empower change.

The National Task Force on Election Crises brings together experts in election law, cybersecurity, public health, and more to safeguard our elections. Sign up for our newsletter and join the effort for safe, free, and fair elections! 🗳️ bit.ly/NTFEC

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...

Last month, Task Force member @rosenzweigp.bsky.social penned an op-ed for @theatlantic.com titled “The Destruction of the Department of Justice.” He shares his thoughts on the DOJ’s purpose, scope, and utilization by the current administration.

The Department of Justice enacted sweeping changes to its Civil Rights Division. It introduced new mission statements that shift the division’s priorities, removed all senior civil servants who manage the division’s Voting Rights section, and instructed attorneys to dismiss all active voting cases.

The Task Force uses its expertise to help civil society and decision-makers prevent, prepare for, and mitigate a range of election crises. If you want to help keep elections safe, free, and fair for all Americans, sign up to become an Advocate: bit.ly/NTFEC

Task Force member and law professor @kateshaw.bsky.social testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee to share her expertise on nationwide injunctions issued by federal judges. More on the purpose of nationwide injunctions is threaded below ⤵️

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) work to secure elections against foreign + cyber interference directly impacts public trust and voters’ confidence in elections. Its specialized expertise is key to warding off evolving, complex attacks.

Since its passing in 2002, the Help America Vote Act (HAVA) has distributed billions of dollars to states to secure elections through security trainings, modernizing voting equipment, increased cybersecurity measures, and more.

The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act would require additional proof of citizenship when registering to vote, like a passport or certified copy of a birth certificate, which voting rights groups warn would disenfranchise millions of voters.

In April, the House of Representatives passed the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. If passed in the Senate and approved by the president, the bill would require documentary proof of citizenship for voter registration.

The National Task Force on Election Crises depends on trusted advocates sharing reliable information to help prepare for and respond to a range of election crises. Sign up to become a Task Force Advocate bit.ly/NTFEC

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...

Independent agencies like the Federal Election Commission and the Election Assistance Commission were designed to be independent from any one elected official to prevent influence by external politics and personal interest.

Following the departure of another commissioner, the Federal Election Commission is without a quorum for the fourth time in its 50-year history. Until it has at least 4 members, the FEC cannot take official action.

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 ⬇️

Six months after North Carolina voters cast their ballots, Judge Jefferson Griffin conceded to Justice Allison Riggs, ending the last unresolved 2024 election dispute.

Task Force members @beckerdavidj.bsky.social & @larrynorden.bsky.social spoke to @washingtonpost.com about the executive order requiring voters to prove citizenship, changing state deadlines for mail-in ballot returns, allowing federal review of state voter lists, and requiring new voting systems

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.

The National Task Force on Election Crises relies on members and advocates to share its findings and recommendations with the American people. Sign up to stay up to date: bit.ly/NTFEC

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.

In February, Task Force member and Executive Director of @allvotingislocal.bsky.social Hannah Fried was awarded the Elevate Prize, which honors changemakers driving transformative impact. Hannah and All Voting is Local were honored in recognition of their work to protect and expand the right to vote

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