Trump is screaming another coup out loud: analysis

Published: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 8:34 pm

President Donald Trump is reportedly pursuing a strategy to influence the upcoming midterm elections, according to an analysis by Will Bunch of The Philadelphia Inquirer. Bunch argues that Trump's actions and pronouncements indicate a deliberate effort to alter election rules and outcomes in his favor.

Central to this alleged plan is the SAVE America Act, a piece of legislation that critics have labeled a voter suppression bill. Trump has publicly stated this act is his top priority, asserting that its passage could secure Republican electoral victories for the next five decades. This legislative push follows Trump's refusal to sign a bipartisan housing bill, which he reportedly dismissed as insignificant.

Beyond legislative efforts, Trump's administration is reportedly utilizing executive orders to curtail mail-in voting. While a recent Supreme Court ruling allows states to continue counting mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day but received afterward, the administration is said to be politicizing the U.S. Postal Service. Reports suggest the Postmaster General has indicated that mail-in ballots may not be delivered in states that do not provide voter rolls to the administration, a demand that has met resistance from many governors.

Furthermore, the analysis points to the alleged repurposing of the U.S. intelligence community. Instead of focusing on traditional national security concerns, the administration is reportedly seeking intelligence agencies to generate theories of foreign interference in elections. These theories, the analysis suggests, would then be used to justify a strong response. An example cited is the appearance of a former Director of National Intelligence in Georgia to oversee the examination of voting materials from a previous election, an election Trump continues to dispute without evidence.

The appointment of a new Director of National Intelligence, Bill Pulte, who reportedly lacks relevant experience, is also highlighted. Pulte has reportedly initiated significant staff changes, with a focus on hiring individuals with specific political affiliations. One such hire, Christina Norton, described as a MAGA activist with no national security background, previously led what she termed a large election integrity operation for the Republican Party. The analysis posits that Pulte and Norton may be tasked with fabricating foreign election plots to justify extreme measures, such as deploying troops to polling places or seizing voting machines.

The author concludes that Trump is not only attempting another coup but is openly declaring his intentions, suggesting a willingness to take any action to prevent Democratic investigations into his financial dealings.

BNN's Perspective:
The allegations presented raise serious concerns about the integrity of electoral processes and the potential for political interference. A robust democracy relies on transparent and fair elections, free from undue influence or manipulation. It is crucial for all branches of government and public institutions to uphold these principles and for citizens to remain vigilant in safeguarding their right to vote. Open dialogue and adherence to established legal frameworks are essential to addressing these complex issues and ensuring public trust.

Tags: Donald Trump, midterm elections, voter suppression, SAVE America Act, mail-in voting, U.S. Postal Service, intelligence community, foreign interference, election integrity, coup, BNN

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