Federalist Radio Hour Year in the Review: 2025’s Biggest Election Integrity Stories
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Dec 9, 2025 Elle Purnell, the Federalist's election integrity team lead, discusses the evolving security of elections since 2020. Shawn Fleetwood highlights legal battles and warns about strategic risks for Republicans. Brianna Lyman analyzes the challenges of countering socialist messaging and the need for compelling GOP strategies. Beth Brelje outlines critical state issues in Pennsylvania affecting public trust, while Maisie Jefferson raises concerns about the RNC’s engagement in swing states. The team stresses the urgent need for grassroots mobilization ahead of the 2026 midterms.
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Evolving Threats Beyond Ballot Day
- Election threats are evolving even after 2024 and require constant attention.
- Redistricting and legal persecution are emerging as major ways elections get rigged before voting occurs.
State Lawfare Is Facing Pushback
- State-level lawfare against Republican electors has recently been filtered out by courts.
- Democrats nevertheless promise more prosecutions, so Republicans must build legal defenses and insulation.
Prioritize The Ground Game And Primaries
- Republicans must invest heavily in ground-game turnout for primaries and midterms.
- Treat primaries as decisive contests and mobilize voters who otherwise skip off-year elections.