Democrats Mobilize Massive Volunteer Guard to Safeguard Polls in 2026 Midterms
Democrats unveiled the New Battlefield Project to train tens of thousands of volunteers across 57 states and territories to monitor polling places (aiming for about 25% of sites), deter voter intimidation, push for early voting, and launch a democracy-defense network to counter disinformation as they brace for anticipated interference from Donald Trump and allies in the 2026 midterms.