Draft emergency order to seize U.S. elections draws sharp constitutional backlash

A circulated draft emergency executive order, reportedly coordinated by MAGA activists with the White House, would let the president declare a national emergency and unilaterally take control of elections (including banning mail-in ballots and voting machines) based on debunked theories of foreign interference. Experts say the move would be unconstitutional and illegal because election authority rests with states, and courts would likely block such powers despite supporters arguing for emergency powers.