AND I'M REALLY UPSET ABOUT IT BECAUSE THE FACT IS WE TRUST THE COURTS TO STAND UP AGAINST THE ELECTION DENIERS, POLITICALIZATION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE AND THE VIOLATION OF CIVIL RIGHTS AND IN THIS INSTANCE IN MY VIEW BASED ON THIS AFFIDAVIT THE MAGISTRATE JUDGE JUST FAILED TO DO I MEAN, WHAT THIS AFFIDAVIT THAT SUPPORTS THE SEARCH WARRANT CONTAINS IS FRANKLY JUST REPACKAGED LIES FROM 2020. IT ORIGINATED AS YOU POINTED OUT FROM A REFERRAL FROM FIRM, CURT OLSON, WHO WAS NOT ONLY AN ELECTION DENIER IN 2 ...

Election Monitoring & DOJ Deployment - The Justice Department plans to deploy election monitors to polling sites in California and New Jersey [1] - This deployment is unusual because it's happening during an off-year election when there are no candidates running for federal office [2] - In the past 20 years, the DOJ has only sent election monitors in off-year elections twice, in 2007 and 2013 [2] - Five of the six jurisdictions receiving federal poll watchers are in California, and one is in New Jersey [3] - Kern County, Riverside County, Fresno County (California), and Pic County (New Jersey) swung for Trump in the last presidential election [3] Potential Motives & Concerns - Some experts believe this is a test run for 2026, when there will be competitive congressional races [4] - Concerns exist that the monitors might be used for voter intimidation or to deter voters from showing up [8] - The DOJ might justify the New Jersey monitoring based on a 2020 investigation involving Patterson City Council members [9] - It's hard to see the connection between the DOJ's stated protection goals and the problems that occurred five years ago in Patterson, New Jersey [12] Political Commentary - Steve Bannon's comments about Trump running in 2028 are seen as an attempt to scare people [15] - Focus should be on the security and fairness of elections in 2026 rather than a potential Trump third term in 2028 [16]

Elections & Political Landscape - The report suggests potential efforts to manipulate congressional district maps in Republican-controlled states to favor Republican control of Congress [1] - The report highlights concerns about attempts to invalidate or delay the midterm elections by questioning the census results [1] - The report mentions the possibility of restricting mail-in voting and potentially banning voting machines, influenced by external advice [1] - The report raises concerns about subtle and not-so-subtle efforts to change who gets to vote and how they vote, potentially leading to an illegitimate minority rule [5] Potential Risks to Fair Elections - The report suggests a roadmap for losing free and fair elections, involving efforts to shape the electorate for future elections [4][5] - The report mentions the normalization of questioning election results if they don't favor certain causes [5][6] - The report highlights concerns about the potential for voter intimidation through increased law enforcement presence in urban areas [1][8][9]

Election Integrity Concerns - The report highlights concerns that Donald Trump is seeking to influence state election processes, potentially undermining the will of voters [4][14] - It suggests Trump aims to dictate how states count and certify election results, drawing parallels to elections lacking fairness [14] - The analysis points out that Trump's statements about federal authority over state elections are historically inaccurate [14] Political Strategies and Reactions - The report indicates a call for red states to pass laws that could disenfranchise specific voter groups [7] - It mentions efforts by Texas Democrats to counter election-related legislation [10] - Democratic governors are urged to take action in their states to safeguard fair elections [12] Constitutional and Legal Aspects - The report references Article 1, Section 4 of the Constitution, which outlines state and congressional authority over election regulations [6] - It raises the question of whether Trump's actions could lead to legislative efforts to alter election processes [7] Voter Sentiment and Redistricting - The report notes that a significant percentage (64%) of California voters prefer keeping the independent redistricting commission [16] - It discusses the tension between voter preferences, Democratic strategies, and Trump's claims of federal authority [17] Outlook and Hope - The report expresses a version of hope rooted in doing everything possible, even if the outcome is uncertain [20] - It emphasizes the need to fight every day with every available tool to preserve hope for fair elections [22]

Political Landscape & Redistricting - Texas Republicans are accused of redrawing maps mid-decade at Trump's request to gain five more seats, which is considered unfair [3] - The representative argues for a citizen-led independent redistricting process to prevent politicians from choosing voters [5] - The representative calls for blue states to retaliate against Texas's redistricting efforts to ensure free and fair elections [6] - Republicans defend their redistricting effort as legal and politically based, similar to what Democrats do in blue states [7][8] - The representative emphasizes the danger of unchecked power and rigged elections, potentially leading to an unfair midterm [12] Democratic Response & Concerns - The representative and colleagues have relocated to Illinois in response to the redistricting issue [13] - Concerns are raised about potential extradition, expulsion, or arrest of the representatives [13] - The representative accuses Texas Governor of using authoritarian tactics similar to Trump [14] - The representative urges unity across party lines to resist overreach from the Oval Office [16]