As former President Trump intensifies his efforts to influence U.S. elections, states across the country are seeing significant legislative changes aimed at voter suppression and election integrity. West Virginia lawmakers have placed a citizenship requirement for voting on the ballot and enacted additional election bills, while federal scrutiny raises concerns about the integrity of upcoming elections. State election officials are emphasizing the importance of election integrity in the face of Trump’s heightened rhetoric, which positions voter ID laws and election regulations at the forefront as the midterms approach. Debates continue over new voting laws, particularly in relation to access and security, with various perspectives highlighting the historical context of voter intimidation tactics. Meanwhile, proposed changes to federal election laws and targeted investigations by the Trump administration challenge local control of elections, further complicating the landscape.