SRes 605 · 119th Congress

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

This is a Senate resolution that directly challenges President Trump's public statements about potentially taking federal control over elections. The resolution emphasizes that under the U.S. Constitution, states and Congress—not the President—have the power to run elections. The Senate is making clear that any atte…

Sponsor

Markey, Edward J. (D-Massachusetts)

Introduced

2026-02-11

Policy area

Government Operations and Politics

Latest action

Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text: CR S581-582)