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

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.