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Trump team scrutinized election agency before firings
By Bo Erickson and Erin Banco Reuters at Waco Tribune-Herald
· July 19, 2026
· 1 min read
President Donald Trump's administration spent more than a year scrutinizing the federal agency that oversees U.S. voting systems, questioning its handling of the 2020 presidential election and vetting potential new leaders before he fired its commissioners this month, according to…
Key takeaway President Donald Trump's administration spent more than a year scrutinizing the federal agency that oversees U.
Why this matters in The Waco
The recent scrutiny and firings at the federal agency overseeing U.S. voting systems have significant implications for McLennan County residents who value the integrity of local elections. As Wacoans head to the polls to elect city government officials and decide on key issues, they can take comfort in the fact that Texas has its own election oversight framework. However, the federal agency's role in setting national standards and providing guidance on voting system security is crucial in maintaining public trust in the electoral process. The changes at the federal level may prompt local election officials to reexamine their own procedures and protocols to ensure they are aligned with any new federal guidelines or leadership. Local voters will be watching to see how these developments impact the administration of elections in McLennan County and whether they will have any bearing on upcoming local elections.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: Waco Tribune-Herald ·
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