Trump claims states act as federal agencies in election processes

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US President Donald Trump has made comments suggesting that states are agents of the federal government when it comes to elections. In a recent statement, Trump called on Republicans to “nationalize” future elections.

Senator John Thune (R-SD) has rejected Trump’s call for the GOP to take over and nationalize elections.

Trump has also doubled down on his suggestion that the federal government should be more involved in state elections. He made this comment in a recent interview, stating that the federal government “should get involved” in state elections.

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) has welcomed Trump’s call to take over elections, claiming that Democratic wins appear “fraudulent”.

These comments come as the US presidential election approaches and tensions between Republicans and Democrats remain high.

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