The cross-partisan National Task Force on Election Crises aims to prevent and mitigate a range of election crises, to protect free and fair elections.
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As the nation looks ahead to midterms in 2026 and the next presidential race in 2028, conversations like this remind us that safeguarding free, fair, and peaceful elections is a shared responsibility — one that depends on strong institutions, transparent processes, and a commitment to uphold democratic norms.
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Ginsberg reflected on how close, contested races test public confidence in the election process itself. He emphasized both the strength of U.S. election infrastructure and the importance of transparency and engagement from the public.
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During the conference, David M. Satterfield, director of the Baker Institute, sat down with Ben Ginsberg, one of the nation’s leading election-law experts, for a wide-ranging conversation on the legacy of Bush v. Gore and what it still teaches us about protecting our democracy.
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One outcome Yasmin highlights: “We asked people going in, ‘Do you feel heard by fellow Americans?’ And 40% of people said yes. After just an hour in this virtual conversation, that number jumped to 68%.”
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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.
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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. 🗳️
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It takes time for election workers to properly count ballots — and that’s a sign of accuracy, not a conspiracy.
@aztammyp of the @ElectionCenter2 reminds voters today that election officials are bound by the law to ensure results are verified, auditable, and correct.
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With elections 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.
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Behind every secure election are professionals who make it happen.
In our latest briefing, @aztammyp of the @ElectionCenter2 highlights the preparation, professionalism, and consistency of local election administrators across the country.
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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
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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
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As we look ahead to special elections, @michaelmorley11’s recent @cspan 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.
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In a recent @cspan interview, @michaelmorley11 — National Task Force member and election law expert at @FSUCollegeofLaw — discussed how state election laws shape the timing of election results.
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The National Task Force on Election Crises unequivocally condemns the attack that killed political activist Charlie Kirk.
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We’re pleased to introduce the Task Force’s newest member, Elizabeth Neumann. 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.
During the George W. Bush administration, she worked on the president’s Faith-Based & Community Initiatives before serving on the inaugural staff of the White House Homeland Security Council after 9/11.
After working as a senior advisor in the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, Elizabeth served as the Assistant Secretary for Counterterrorism for the Department of Homeland Security in the first Trump administration.
Today, she’s the Chief Strategy Officer at Moonshot, which works to end violence online. She’s also a National Security Analyst at ABC News, a Fellow of the Aspen Institute’s Civil Society Fellowship, and author of Kingdom of Rage, the Rise of Christian Extremism and the Path Back to Peace.
Welcome, Elizabeth!
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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:
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The webinar shared guides for election official associations to evaluate and improve training programs.
Watch the discussion here to learn more about these key election resources: youtube.com/watch?v=ltvRiOMC…
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Last month, Task Force Member and @VotoLatino President @MariaTeresa participated in a conversation at the @socinnovation about how to expand democratic participation and build trust in our institutions.
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To learn more about the realities of running elections and strategies to combat election worker burnout, check out the recording here: youtube.com/watch?v=mXOuRbYu…
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Well-run elections require preparation even in non-election years.
For Task Force members like @CampaignLegal President @thetrevorpotter, that means tracking policies that threaten election access and integrity.
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In an op-ed for the @Fulcrum_US, Task Force members @AdavNoti & @TheTrevorPotter shared their thoughts on the future of the FEC amid recent transitions.
Read the full article here thefulcrum.us/ethics-leaders…
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Watch the full exchange here youtu.be/UIeZ0_QNHjk?feature…
Read more on nationwide injunctions here washingtonpost.com/opinions/…
And see what policies have been blocked by injunctions here nytimes.com/2025/05/15/us/po…
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Task Force member & @VerifiedVoting CEO @j00nj00n 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…
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Amid the uncertainty surrounding the Federal Elections Commission, Task Force member & @CampaignLegal President @TheTrevorPotter penned an op-ed on the agency’s 50th anniversary.
His insights are below ⬇️
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IYCMI: Task Force member @RosenzweigP’s op-ed in @TheAtlantic examines the potential impact of a recent executive order on election administration and the balance of state and federal power.
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ICYMI: Task Force members Paul Rosenzweig and Pamela Smith, along with Adam Ambrogi, Chief of External Affairs at the League of Women Voters, offered expert analysis on the risks to election security in a compelling new op-ed for @Newsweek.
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Task Force member + @BrennanCenter VP Wendy Weiser spoke to @GlamourMag in February 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.
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Task Force member Lawrence Norden and @BrennanCenter counsel @derektisler shared their thoughts on ongoing actions against U.S. election security in a February article for @Slate. Key takeaways from the article are threaded below ⬇️
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CISA’s work to ensure the integrity of voting systems and protect against foreign interference and cyberattacks directly impacts public trust in our elections.
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Since 1974, the Federal Election Committee has enforced + regulated campaign finance law for federal elections (House, Senate, Presidential, and Vice Presidential races) under the leadership of a bipartisan board of 6 commissioners appointed by the Pres. + confirmed by the Senate
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The ongoing legal battle surrounding the North Carolina Supreme Court race has been passed from court to court. Today, the state court of appeals will hear oral arguments. A breakdown of the dispute from Election Day to now can be found in the graphic below 👇
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Ballew Puryear and our partner @BrennanCenter filed an amicus brief on behalf of 6 North Carolina voters, @US_Vote, and @aaro urging the court not to discard their lawfully cast ballots. More from the brief threaded below:⬇️
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Despite clear, verified results, the North Carolina Supreme Court race has yet to be certified 3 months after polls closed. Any outcome other than a swift resolution that seats the lawful winner sets a dangerous precedent for future elections.
📖 Read more from the National Task Force on Election Crises here: protdem.org/NTFEC-NC-supreme…
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Trey Grayson (@KYTrey), a Task Force member, joined our briefing on Lessons from the 2024 Election to share policy changes that legislators can address now to prepare for future elections.
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At the 2024 Lessons briefing, Maria Teresa Kumar (@MariaTeresa), a Task Force member and Founder of Voto Latino (@votolatino), emphasized the importance of working together regardless of party affiliation to preserve election integrity and ensure that elections are fair and secure.
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The Task Force held a briefing to discuss the 2024 Election Takeaways & What’s Next. Check out the insights from panelists Maria Teresa Kumar (@MariaTeresa), Trey Grayson (@KYTrey), and Chris Crawford (@crawfordstuff). More findings are here: electiontaskforce.org/lesson…
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The new Congress will meet in a joint session to count the electoral votes. As President of the Senate, the Vice President oversees the process and observes the tally. After the votes are counted, the VP announces the next President and Vice President. Read more: archives.gov/electoral-colle…
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After States' electoral college duties are complete, elector certificates & votes are sent to the Office of the Federal Register for verification. Then, sent to the Archivist & the vote is passed to Congress for final tally and to announce the POTUS & VP. archives.gov/electoral-colle…
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The Electoral Count Reform Act (ECRA) provides a federal framework to ensure that the electoral process proceeds fairly and lawfully. Under the ECRA, state electors will meet tomorrow to cast their votes on behalf of their state. Read more: campaignlegal.org/sites/defa…
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At the state level, certification boards will complete a canvass of certified results from local boards and formally certify the winners. State officials are mandated to certify the election results according to state statutes. Read more on how that works bit.ly/4bMtrxA
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At the state level, certification boards will complete a canvass of certified results from local boards and formally certify the winners. State officials are mandated to certify the election results according to state statutes. Read more on how that works bit.ly/4bMtrxA
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After votes are canvassed and audited, election officials proceed to official certification, until then results remain unofficial. Certified results determine who is sworn into office. Find state-by-state certification dates here: bit.ly/4ggJ9Dy
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45 states have implemented post-election audit laws. Risk-limiting audits have gained attention in some states due to their ability to reduce the risk of certifying the wrong winner. See which states have post-election audit laws by checking out Verified Voting’s interactive map: bit.ly/4fXUkRn
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After ballots are canvassed and tabulated, post-election audits are conducted to ensure every vote is accurately counted and no discrepancies are found. Learn more about what a post-election audit is and why it's important here: bit.ly/3nrHV2c
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With Election Day behind us, the Canvass & Tabulation process is underway to ensure all votes are counted and results are both secure and accurate. Check out the Task Force’s Election Roadmap for more info on the electoral process and resources on canvassing and tabulation: electiontaskforce.org/electi…
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While we wait for the results of the Election, there may be mirages and shifts along the way. But we won’t know the full result until election administrators can finish processing, validating, and counting ballots. Here's what we might expect in a few key states:
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NEW: As the polls close, the effort to count every vote is underway. Learn what happens next and how the #election works from here on out with the Task Force’s latest video. Stay informed and be patient. #Election2024
More: bit.ly/electionroadmap
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🗳️ Discover the Election Roadmap - see the steps from casting a vote through the inauguration. Follow along with every crucial moment of the #election process with this essential tool. #Election2024 More at: bit.ly/electionroadmap
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We should not expect results on Election Night. There may be mirages and shifts along the way. Be prepared. electiontaskforce.org/electi…
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We should not expect results on Election Night. Projecting a winner in battleground states like Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin could take multiple days. electiontaskforce.org/electi…
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The biggest takeaway from Jiamin Huang from
@VoteShieldUS: It's going to take some time to know the results. Everyone needs to remain patient. #Election2024
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