Jessica Marsden

Jessica Marsden is the Director of Impact Programs and Counsel for Free and Fair Elections at Protect Democracy, while Ben Ginsberg is a prominent Republican election attorney and Volcker Distinguished Visiting Fellow. They dive into the pre-emptive legal battles shaping the 2024 election landscape. The discussion highlights over 90 Republican lawsuits aimed at challenging voting rules, issues of misinformation, and the implications of election integrity narratives. They explore the historical context and future ramifications of these legal strategies on public trust in democracy.

Jim Rutenberg, a seasoned reporter from The New York Times, Ian Millhiser, a Vox senior correspondent with a focus on the Supreme Court, and Jessica Marsden from Protect Democracy dive into the pressing issues surrounding election integrity. They discuss the unsettling rise of the election integrity movement post-2020, the risks of non-certification in battleground states, and the wavering confidence in democratic processes. The conversation emphasizes the importance of accountability, legal reforms, and public trust in safeguarding elections against potential threats.