Trump appoints election denialists to key roles, raising election integrity concerns ahead of 2026 midterms.

In early 2026, President Donald Trump appointed individuals who promoted false claims about the 2020 election to key roles in his second administration, including Attorney General Pam Bondi and lawyers involved in election fraud lawsuits. These appointees, some of whom pushed conspiracy theories and participated in the January search of Fulton County, Georgia’s election records, reflect a broader effort to embed election denialism within federal agencies. The Justice Department has been directed to align with Trump’s political agenda, raising concerns among election experts and democracy advocates about the integrity of future elections, particularly the 2026 midterms. Meanwhile, U.S.-Iran tensions escalated with military drills and a deployed aircraft carrier, while nuclear talks remain stalled despite Trump’s optimism for a deal within 15 days.