Voting groups sound alarm on funding shortfalls that they say could affect midterm turnout
Summary
Several major left-leaning voter and racial justice groups in the U.S. face big money shortages and staff cuts as voting starts for an important election. Democratic strategists worry these groups might struggle to register voters, encourage turnout, and guard against possible election interference.Key Facts
- Large left-leaning voter engagement and racial justice organizations have major funding shortfalls.
- These groups are also reducing their staff during the election period.
- The election will decide control of Congress for the last two years of President Donald Trump's term.
- Democratic strategists rely on these groups to help boost voter turnout.
- There are concerns about the groups’ ability to protect voters from possible interference by the Republican administration.
- High voter turnout and strong voter protection are seen as key to improving Democratic chances this fall.
- Grassroots organizations play a major role in registering voters and encouraging people to vote.
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