US SR605

Senate Resolution 605, introduced February 11, 2026 by Senators Markey, Blumenthal, and Schiff, denounces statements by President Trump suggesting he may "nationalize" or assume direct control over elections, including proposed federal takeovers in "at least 15 places"

The resolution affirms that the Constitution grants primary authority over federal elections to state legislatures and Congress under Article I, Section 4, with no power assigned to the President to directly control or administer elections

The Senate rejects as unlawful and unconstitutional any presidential attempt to commandeer or nationalize elections absent explicit constitutional or statutory authorization from Congress

The resolution expresses concern that presidential advocacy of unconstitutional election control undermines federalism, threatens the rule of law, and erodes public trust in democratic processes

The resolution declares that any presidential attempt to implement unconstitutional measures infringing on state election prerogatives or contrary to laws enacted by Congress would constitute grounds for impeachment and removal under Article II