The PoliticsGirl Podcast Will We Have Elections in 2026? : A Conversation with Marc Elias
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Jan 6, 2026 
Marc Elias, prominent election lawyer and founder of Democracy Docket, discusses threats to U.S. voting integrity. He links election denial tactics to foreign narratives, flags risks in certification and federal interference, and warns how small procedural changes can add up to large suppression effects. Practical calls to register, monitor changes, and stay informed are emphasized.
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Elections Are A Sliding Scale
- Free and fair elections are a gradient, not an on/off switch, and 2026 will likely be less free and fair than prior years.
- Expect federal interference, vigilante actors, and emboldened Republican state actions to jointly erode electoral fairness.
Guard The Lame-Duck Certification Window
- Watch the lame-duck and certification window closely; that period is a high-risk moment for mischief.
- Focus activism and legal readiness on pre-swearing-in certification steps at state and federal levels.
Gerrymandering Hinges On Voting Rights Ruling
- Republicans plan aggressive redistricting and are awaiting a Supreme Court ruling to loosen Voting Rights Act constraints.
- If Section 2 is weakened, the Deep South could redraw maps to eliminate many minority-held seats.