White House Fires Three Election Assistance Commission Members

The White House terminated the three remaining members of the Election Assistance Commission on Thursday. The two Democratic commissioners and the sole Republican commissioner received notice of their removal. Emails sent to the Democratic commissioners stated their positions had been terminated effective immediately.

Background on the firings The White House confirmed the terminations and stated the positions will be replaced. Any new appointments require Senate confirmation. The Republican commissioner was asked to resign rather than receive a termination notice.

The 6-3 ruling overturned the 1935 Humphrey's Executor precedent that had restricted such removals. The Election Assistance Commission assists state and local officials with election administration.