States United Statement: March 2026 Elections Executive Order

WASHINGTON — The States United Democracy Center released the following statement in response to the elections-related executive order signed by President Trump on March 31, 2026.

Joanna Lydgate, CEO of the States United Democracy Center:

“Elections are run by the states. President Trump has once again signed an unconstitutional executive order trying to grab that power for himself. But it won’t work—states have successfully fought this type of illegal overreach once, and they’ll do it again.

President Trump’s actions are increasingly desperate and out of touch as his popularity continues to decline and the midterms approach. Americans don’t want the president more involved in elections—voters trust their state and local officials and mail voting.

Our elections are administered by professional, non-partisan officials who work year-round to make sure voting is secure. This is another power grab rooted in the same old lies meant to cast doubt on our free and fair elections.”

States United has related research on mail voting, including its popularity in 2024 and attitudes about trust. Research is also available on the administration’s limited role in elections.

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About the States United Democracy Center

States United is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the rule of law and free, fair, secure elections. We provide direct support to state officials and law enforcement leaders as they uphold the law and our system of checks and balances, protect public safety, defend elections, and preserve our democracy. For more information, visit statesunited.org.