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Angus King: “These directives clearly infringe on the states’ and Congress’ constitutional role to regulate the manner in which…”

On the recordJune 1, 2026
These directives clearly infringe on the states’ and Congress’ constitutional role to regulate the manner in which federal elections are held.
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Angus King
Independent · Maine

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Senator King on the impact of the executive order.

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