URGENT UPDATE: Constitutional lawyer David French has issued a stark warning about former President Donald Trump‘s alleged plan to “unlawfully influence” the upcoming 2026 midterm elections. In an op-ed published earlier today in The New York Times, French claims that millions of Americans are dangerously complacent regarding the threats posed by Trump’s tactics.
French emphasizes the growing peril, stating, “A president who doesn’t care about the law, who commands an obedient Congress and is supported by a radicalized base of tens of millions of people who believe his lies, represents a threat to the next election.” He warns that the complacency of citizens could lead to severe ramifications for democracy.
Drawing from historical precedents, French references the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot, which was fueled by Trump’s baseless assertions that the 2020 election was “rigged.” He underscores recent events that suggest Trump is actively attempting to manipulate the electoral process. Notably, he points to the recent FBI raid on a Georgia election center, which has raised alarms due to the involvement of Tulsi Gabbard, who previously served as Trump’s director of national intelligence.
Furthermore, French highlights Trump’s controversial mass deportation operations, claiming they target minorities and could suppress voter turnout by instilling fear among nonwhite Americans. “These actions could deter citizens from participating in the elections,” he warns.
Trump continues to propagate unfounded claims regarding the 2020 election, recently suggesting via social media that Italian satellites interfered with American voting machines. French asserts that these narratives could create an environment conducive to the unlawful manipulation of election outcomes.
“Americans need to understand that Trump can influence elections without outright rigging the count,” French cautions. “By deterring his opponents from voting, he can engineer the results he desires.” He compares this situation to a fire drill, stating, “It’s an alarm, one of thousands that should be ringing across the country.”
As the midterm elections approach, French’s alarming commentary serves as a wake-up call for citizens to be vigilant. He urges Americans to confront the reality of Trump’s potential influence, warning, “MAGA’s acts of aggression are already intimidating.”
With the stakes this high, it is imperative for citizens to engage and ensure their voices are heard. The time for complacency is over—immediate action is needed to protect democratic integrity.
Stay tuned for further developments as this situation evolves.
