On the recordNovember 29, 2023
Article I, section 4 of the United States Constitution, the Elections Clause, confirms that States are given the primary role in administering elections, not the Federal Government.
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congress.govArticle I, section 4 of the United States Constitution, the Elections Clause, confirms that States are given the primary role in administering elections, not the Federal Government.
Lee emphasizes state authority in election administration over federal intervention.
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