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A resolution denouncing statements by President Donald J. Trump that he may "nationalize," commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections.

USA119th CongressSRES-605| Senate 
| Updated: 2/11/2026
Edward J. Markey

Edward J. Markey

Democratic Senator

Massachusetts

Cosponsors (2)
Adam B. Schiff (Democratic)Richard Blumenthal (Democratic)

Rules and Administration Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This Senate resolution explicitly denounces statements made by President Donald J. Trump regarding the potential to "nationalize," commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections. It firmly asserts that the Constitution of the United States entrusts the primary oversight and administration of federal elections to State and local authorities and Congress , not the President. The resolution unequivocally rejects any suggestion that the President may lawfully exercise such authority, deeming any such effort, absent an explicit constitutional or statutory grant, as antithetical to the Constitution, unlawful, and without effect . Furthermore, the resolution expresses grave concern that public advocacy of unconstitutional power by the President undermines foundational principles of federalism , threatens the rule of law , and erodes public trust in the democratic process. It maintains that the Constitution's framework reflects a fundamental structural commitment to federalism and the separation of powers. The Senate concludes that should the President attempt to implement or execute measures that unconstitutionally infringe on the prerogatives of the States or laws enacted by Congress, such conduct would constitute grounds for impeachment and removal from office under Article II of the Constitution.
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Timeline
Feb 11, 2026
Submitted in Senate
Feb 11, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Feb 11, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text: CR S581-582)
Feb 12, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 119-1062
Submitted in House
  • February 11, 2026
    Submitted in Senate


  • February 11, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.


  • February 11, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text: CR S581-582)


  • February 12, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 119-1062
    Submitted in House

Government Operations and Politics

A resolution denouncing statements by President Donald J. Trump that he may "nationalize," commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections.

USA119th CongressSRES-605| Senate 
| Updated: 2/11/2026
This Senate resolution explicitly denounces statements made by President Donald J. Trump regarding the potential to "nationalize," commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections. It firmly asserts that the Constitution of the United States entrusts the primary oversight and administration of federal elections to State and local authorities and Congress , not the President. The resolution unequivocally rejects any suggestion that the President may lawfully exercise such authority, deeming any such effort, absent an explicit constitutional or statutory grant, as antithetical to the Constitution, unlawful, and without effect . Furthermore, the resolution expresses grave concern that public advocacy of unconstitutional power by the President undermines foundational principles of federalism , threatens the rule of law , and erodes public trust in the democratic process. It maintains that the Constitution's framework reflects a fundamental structural commitment to federalism and the separation of powers. The Senate concludes that should the President attempt to implement or execute measures that unconstitutionally infringe on the prerogatives of the States or laws enacted by Congress, such conduct would constitute grounds for impeachment and removal from office under Article II of the Constitution.
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Timeline
Feb 11, 2026
Submitted in Senate
Feb 11, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Feb 11, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text: CR S581-582)
Feb 12, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 119-1062
Submitted in House
  • February 11, 2026
    Submitted in Senate


  • February 11, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.


  • February 11, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text: CR S581-582)


  • February 12, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 119-1062
    Submitted in House
Edward J. Markey

Edward J. Markey

Democratic Senator

Massachusetts

Cosponsors (2)
Adam B. Schiff (Democratic)Richard Blumenthal (Democratic)

Rules and Administration Committee

Government Operations and Politics

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted