Election Interference Concerns in 2026: What to Expect and What’s Being Done to Protect the Right to Vote

A Conversation with Former
U.S. Election Assistance Commission Chair Tom Hicks

Leading up to the 2026 general election, concerns are high among election experts that the U.S. is experiencing significant interference in the ability of election administrators to conduct free and fair elections. In this webinar, we break down what Americans could possibly expect going forward and what election officials, policymakers and voter advocates are doing to protect the rights of voters - nationally and at the state level.

CID director Mindy Romero welcomes former EAC Commission Chair Tom Hicks for a one-on-one conversation about the state of election administration in the U.S, followed by a panel conversation with nationally recognized leaders on the topic of election interference. 

August 5, 10am PT/1pm ET

Tom Hicks

 

Mindy Romero Ph.D.

 

A conversation with Former EAC Chair Tom Hicks followed by a panel discussion.

Panelists:

Lauren Miller Karalunas Senior Council, Democracy  Brennan Center for Justice

Jennifer Morrell Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder The Elections Group