Nick Lima
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City of Cranston Registrar/Director of Elections. Rhode Island College alum and Newport Gulls Hall of Famer. https://vote.ri.gov to register to #vote or check your status. #Protect2026
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Happy Valentine's Day. #TogetherWeVote
Happy Valentine's Day. #TogetherWeVote
February 14, 2026 at 1:08 PM
We love to remind you about voting. If you're eligible, you should register to vote.
Happy Valentine's Day. #TogetherWeVote
Happy Valentine's Day. #TogetherWeVote
The President of the United States has absolutely no power over the times, places, and manner of how we conduct our elections. That's not a theory, an argument, or a position. It's a fact, it's been a fact for almost 250 years since the founding of our country, and it is the only fact that matters.
Article I of the U.S. Constitution: “The Times, Places and Manner of holding Elections for Senators and Representatives, shall be prescribed in each State by the Legislature thereof; but the Congress may at any time by Law make or alter such Regulations, except as to the Places of chusing Senators.”
Clause I
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February 14, 2026 at 12:05 AM
The President of the United States has absolutely no power over the times, places, and manner of how we conduct our elections. That's not a theory, an argument, or a position. It's a fact, it's been a fact for almost 250 years since the founding of our country, and it is the only fact that matters.
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Article I of the U.S. Constitution: “The Times, Places and Manner of holding Elections for Senators and Representatives, shall be prescribed in each State by the Legislature thereof; but the Congress may at any time by Law make or alter such Regulations, except as to the Places of chusing Senators.”
Clause I
www.law.cornell.edu
February 13, 2026 at 11:28 PM
Article I of the U.S. Constitution: “The Times, Places and Manner of holding Elections for Senators and Representatives, shall be prescribed in each State by the Legislature thereof; but the Congress may at any time by Law make or alter such Regulations, except as to the Places of chusing Senators.”
A reminder that election security - which the current administration says is as much as a keystone national priority as immigration enforcement - received only $15 million last year from Congress, the EAC budget was cut by 38%, and DHS/DOJ eliminated every actual election security program we had.
"ICE plans to spend $38.3 billion turning warehouses into detention centers." www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
ICE plans to spend $38.3 billion turning warehouses into detention centers
ICE plans to spend $38.3 billion converting warehouses into detention centers, according to planning documents, more than the annual budgets of 22 states.
www.washingtonpost.com
February 13, 2026 at 9:17 PM
A reminder that election security - which the current administration says is as much as a keystone national priority as immigration enforcement - received only $15 million last year from Congress, the EAC budget was cut by 38%, and DHS/DOJ eliminated every actual election security program we had.
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"The form for the second person on the list bore the initials of a member of her staff, who’d helped the man register — at his naturalization ceremony. It later turned out more than half the Boone County voters identified as noncitizens were actually citizens."
www.propublica.org/article/save...
www.propublica.org/article/save...
“Not Ready for Prime Time.” A Federal Tool to Check Voter Citizenship Keeps Making Mistakes.
The Department of Homeland Security pushed out the revamped tool while it was still adding data. That led to widespread misidentification, particularly for citizens born outside the U.S.
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February 13, 2026 at 12:26 PM
"The form for the second person on the list bore the initials of a member of her staff, who’d helped the man register — at his naturalization ceremony. It later turned out more than half the Boone County voters identified as noncitizens were actually citizens."
www.propublica.org/article/save...
www.propublica.org/article/save...
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2020 election deniers drove the FBI’s seizures of Fulton County ballots, new documents show; Judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit over MI’s voter rolls; ME Legislature passes ranked-choice voting expansion: electionline.org/news/2026/02...
Daily News - electionline
electionline.org
February 11, 2026 at 10:56 AM
2020 election deniers drove the FBI’s seizures of Fulton County ballots, new documents show; Judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit over MI’s voter rolls; ME Legislature passes ranked-choice voting expansion: electionline.org/news/2026/02...
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This affidavit was much weaker than I suspected. No allegations of intent. No allegations of election theft. No allegations of foreign interference. No allegations that the statute of limitations doesn't apply.
At worst, it alleges human error, during a pandemic, that didn't affect the outcome.
At worst, it alleges human error, during a pandemic, that didn't affect the outcome.
BREAKING: The supporting affidavit for the warrant to search Fulton County election records has been unsealed.
Read it via @lawfaremedia.org:
www.documentcloud.org/documents/26...
Read it via @lawfaremedia.org:
www.documentcloud.org/documents/26...
February 10, 2026 at 9:09 PM
This affidavit was much weaker than I suspected. No allegations of intent. No allegations of election theft. No allegations of foreign interference. No allegations that the statute of limitations doesn't apply.
At worst, it alleges human error, during a pandemic, that didn't affect the outcome.
At worst, it alleges human error, during a pandemic, that didn't affect the outcome.
A very serious Super Bowl order from The Pizza Nomad in Coventry.
February 8, 2026 at 11:39 PM
A very serious Super Bowl order from The Pizza Nomad in Coventry.
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On FTN, @beckerdavidj.bsky.social refutes Trump's lies about the 2020 election, point by point.
He adds: "Democrats didn't somehow have the magical ability, while out of the White House, to steal an election in 2020 — and then forget to use that power in 2024 when they had the White House."
He adds: "Democrats didn't somehow have the magical ability, while out of the White House, to steal an election in 2020 — and then forget to use that power in 2024 when they had the White House."
Election officials are "very concerned" about Trump voting push, says David Becker
David Becker, executive director of the Center for Election Innovation and Research and a CBS News election law contributor, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that election officials are "...
www.cbsnews.com
February 8, 2026 at 8:19 PM
On FTN, @beckerdavidj.bsky.social refutes Trump's lies about the 2020 election, point by point.
He adds: "Democrats didn't somehow have the magical ability, while out of the White House, to steal an election in 2020 — and then forget to use that power in 2024 when they had the White House."
He adds: "Democrats didn't somehow have the magical ability, while out of the White House, to steal an election in 2020 — and then forget to use that power in 2024 when they had the White House."
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The court:
"The Constitution specifically left the regulation and administration of elections to the states, understanding that states are in the best position to do so. [DOJ's] claims [are] an overreach and misuse of those exceptions designed to ensure decentralized election regulation." /2
"The Constitution specifically left the regulation and administration of elections to the states, understanding that states are in the best position to do so. [DOJ's] claims [are] an overreach and misuse of those exceptions designed to ensure decentralized election regulation." /2
February 6, 2026 at 9:46 PM
The court:
"The Constitution specifically left the regulation and administration of elections to the states, understanding that states are in the best position to do so. [DOJ's] claims [are] an overreach and misuse of those exceptions designed to ensure decentralized election regulation." /2
"The Constitution specifically left the regulation and administration of elections to the states, understanding that states are in the best position to do so. [DOJ's] claims [are] an overreach and misuse of those exceptions designed to ensure decentralized election regulation." /2
The elections space has seen rapid growth in associations and supporting non-profits. Considering starting a "Coalition of Election Jurisdictions with Real Housewives Spin-offs," now that Rhode Island is officially joining the Bravo lineup. (CEJRHS? Need to work on my acronym game...)
February 6, 2026 at 12:02 AM
The elections space has seen rapid growth in associations and supporting non-profits. Considering starting a "Coalition of Election Jurisdictions with Real Housewives Spin-offs," now that Rhode Island is officially joining the Bravo lineup. (CEJRHS? Need to work on my acronym game...)
Testifying at the R.I. House State Government and Elections Committee this evening on important elections bills, including one from our state Association that improves local election office security and continuity of operations.
February 5, 2026 at 9:58 PM
Testifying at the R.I. House State Government and Elections Committee this evening on important elections bills, including one from our state Association that improves local election office security and continuity of operations.
“If you think about it, a state is an agent for the federal government in elections,” President Trump said. “I don’t know why the federal government doesn’t do them anyway.”
Why? It's in Article I of the U.S. Constitution. The same Constitution every official swears an oath to uphold. That's why.
Why? It's in Article I of the U.S. Constitution. The same Constitution every official swears an oath to uphold. That's why.
February 4, 2026 at 7:07 PM
“If you think about it, a state is an agent for the federal government in elections,” President Trump said. “I don’t know why the federal government doesn’t do them anyway.”
Why? It's in Article I of the U.S. Constitution. The same Constitution every official swears an oath to uphold. That's why.
Why? It's in Article I of the U.S. Constitution. The same Constitution every official swears an oath to uphold. That's why.
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Former Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer: “Clearly the federal government is going to do things that it’s never done before. The FBI going in and taking materials from an election that happened over five years ago is unprecedented, so maybe we’re destined for additional unprecedented actions."
Those who faced threats and pressure say the president’s legal authority may be limited, but the guardrails that once kept him in check aren’t as strong as they used to be.
www.votebeat.org/2026/02/03/e...
www.votebeat.org/2026/02/03/e...
February 4, 2026 at 4:57 PM
Former Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer: “Clearly the federal government is going to do things that it’s never done before. The FBI going in and taking materials from an election that happened over five years ago is unprecedented, so maybe we’re destined for additional unprecedented actions."
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A new report shows threats, stress, and burnout are driving election officials to quit in droves.
Election officials keep quitting. That’s bad news for elections.
A new report shows threats, stress, and burnout are driving election officials to quit in droves.
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February 3, 2026 at 12:05 PM
A new report shows threats, stress, and burnout are driving election officials to quit in droves.
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"The Constitution is very clear. It gives states the power to set the rules for federal elections, and it gives Congress simultaneous power to make those rules or even override state rules. What it does not do is give the president any power over federal elections."
Video Trump has no power to 'meddle with elections': Legal scholar
ABC News' Karen Travers and the Brennan Center's Eliza Sweren-Becker discuss President Donald Trump's call for Republicans to "take over" voting around the U.S.
abcnews.go.com
February 3, 2026 at 4:34 PM
"The Constitution is very clear. It gives states the power to set the rules for federal elections, and it gives Congress simultaneous power to make those rules or even override state rules. What it does not do is give the president any power over federal elections."
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Trump’s brazen ploys and proclamations about interfering with the administration of America’s elections are a grave threat to our democracy.
February 3, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Trump’s brazen ploys and proclamations about interfering with the administration of America’s elections are a grave threat to our democracy.
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Trump wants to ‘nationalize the voting,’ seeking to grab states’ power; As feds pull back, states look inward for election security support; Garland County election building damaged by winter storm as early voting approaches, officials say election will continue: electionline.org/news/2026/02...
Daily News - electionline
electionline.org
February 3, 2026 at 10:54 AM
Trump wants to ‘nationalize the voting,’ seeking to grab states’ power; As feds pull back, states look inward for election security support; Garland County election building damaged by winter storm as early voting approaches, officials say election will continue: electionline.org/news/2026/02...
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NEW: President Trump is making new false claims about Tina Peters, calling into question whether Trump is aware of the basic facts about the case that has led him to repeatedly punish the State of Colorado
February 3, 2026 at 2:12 AM
NEW: President Trump is making new false claims about Tina Peters, calling into question whether Trump is aware of the basic facts about the case that has led him to repeatedly punish the State of Colorado
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“Our election officials are strong. They’ve weathered some very significant challenges over years, and they are dedicated to giving us all our voice, and they’re going to continue to do that. I have every confidence that voters in the US are going to be able to vote conveniently and safely.”
February 3, 2026 at 1:03 PM
“Our election officials are strong. They’ve weathered some very significant challenges over years, and they are dedicated to giving us all our voice, and they’re going to continue to do that. I have every confidence that voters in the US are going to be able to vote conveniently and safely.”
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The Rhode Island State History Center - a place to experience Rhode Island's story! Here is a first look at what this cultural and educational destination could look like. We’re working to bring this long-awaited project to life.
February 2, 2026 at 10:56 PM
The Rhode Island State History Center - a place to experience Rhode Island's story! Here is a first look at what this cultural and educational destination could look like. We’re working to bring this long-awaited project to life.
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My latest @npr.org story: The Trump administration has shrunk the number of locations for this year’s #2030Census field test and added plans to test replacing temporary census workers with postal workers, raising concerns about the Census Bureau’s ability to produce a reliable national head count
A major census test faces cutbacks — with postal workers tapped to help count
The Trump administration has shrunk the number of locations for this year's field test of the 2030 census and added plans to test replacing temporary census workers with U.S. Postal Service staff.
www.npr.org
February 2, 2026 at 6:10 PM
My latest @npr.org story: The Trump administration has shrunk the number of locations for this year’s #2030Census field test and added plans to test replacing temporary census workers with postal workers, raising concerns about the Census Bureau’s ability to produce a reliable national head count
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Pam Bondi, Tulsi Gabbard, and Kristi Noem canceled a highly anticipated appearance before secretaries of state.
www.votebeat.org/2026/01/30/b...
www.votebeat.org/2026/01/30/b...
‘Cowards’: Democratic election officials rip Bondi, Gabbard, Noem for bailing on event
Pam Bondi, Tulsi Gabbard, and Kristi Noem were slated to speak to election officials on Friday. They didn’t show.
www.votebeat.org
January 30, 2026 at 11:13 PM
Pam Bondi, Tulsi Gabbard, and Kristi Noem canceled a highly anticipated appearance before secretaries of state.
www.votebeat.org/2026/01/30/b...
www.votebeat.org/2026/01/30/b...
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NEW: A federal judge in Washington, D.C., has issued the latest court ruling that strikes down parts of President Trump's March 2025 executive order on voting, including a call to change the federal post card application that many military & overseas voters use
www.documentcloud.org/documents/26...
www.documentcloud.org/documents/26...
January 30, 2026 at 9:50 PM
NEW: A federal judge in Washington, D.C., has issued the latest court ruling that strikes down parts of President Trump's March 2025 executive order on voting, including a call to change the federal post card application that many military & overseas voters use
www.documentcloud.org/documents/26...
www.documentcloud.org/documents/26...
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On Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026 the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) searched an election office in Fulton County, Georgia for ballots, tabulator tapes, and voter rolls from the 2020 presidential election. The cross-partisan National Task Force on Election Crises released the following statement.
January 30, 2026 at 9:36 PM
On Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026 the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) searched an election office in Fulton County, Georgia for ballots, tabulator tapes, and voter rolls from the 2020 presidential election. The cross-partisan National Task Force on Election Crises released the following statement.