In a prime-time address on July 16, President Donald Trump again cast doubt on the integrity of American elections. Trump alleged that vulnerabilities exist in American election systems and suggested that the 2020 presidential election was stolen from him, a claim that has been debunked by the president’s own Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and many other experts.
Indivisible, a nationwide grassroots movement of volunteers working to stop the rise of authoritarianism in the US, said in a statement, “Since reentering office, Trump has been laying the groundwork for sabotaging the midterm election.”
Michiganders interested in supporting efforts to combat false narratives about election security can get involved in a variety of ways.
1. Sign Indivisible’s pledge to protect the 2026 election
Indivisible has launched the Election Defense Corps, a grassroots network of volunteers in Alaska, Georgia, Iowa, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, and Texas dedicated to protecting the right to vote before, during, and after the 2026 election.
You can sign the Election Defense Corps’ pledge to commit to protecting the 2026 election and receive strategic updates, training opportunities, and calls to action for election protection in Michigan.
Add your name to the Election Defense Corps pledge.
2. Be a poll worker in Michigan
Election inspectors, also called poll workers, play an essential role in the election process. They are hired, paid, and trained local government workers who assist with running local elections. Each county, city, and township in Michigan hires and pays election inspectors for the early voting period and on Election Day.
Election inspectors work at a polling place or early voting site and may be assigned different responsibilities. These can include greeting and checking in voters, issuing ballots, assisting with ballot tabulation, and assisting with processing absentee ballots.
To be an election inspector, you must be:
- At least 16 years of age
- A registered voter in Michigan–or a Michigan resident if aged 16-17
- Affiliated with a political party. While party registration is not a requirement, Michigan law requires that election inspectors disclose political affiliation to ensure balanced staffing. “Independent” or “unaffiliated” are not legal options for an election inspector.
You must not:
- Have a felony or election crime conviction.
- Be an election challenger, candidate, member of a candidate’s immediate family, or a member of the local board of canvassers.
Complete the election inspector interest form to get started.
3. Be ready to vote
Voting is a critical act of civic engagement and a strong tool for protecting voting rights. This year, Michiganders will vote for a variety of offices on the federal, state, and local levels, as well as potential ballot initiatives that will impact future elections.
It’s important to verify your voter registration status before every election. If you’re not registered to vote, it’s not too late.
The 2026 Michigan Primary Election will be held Tuesday, Aug. 4. The deadline to register by mail and online has passed. However, you can register up to 8 p.m. on Election Day at your city or township clerk’s office.
The 2026 Michigan General Election will be held Tuesday, Nov. 3. The deadline to register online or postmarked by mail is Oct. 19. Within 14 days of an election, and up to 8 p.m. on Election Day, voters may only register at the local city or township clerk’s office.
Register online now for the Nov. 3 election.
By getting involved, Michiganders can help ensure voters have access to accurate information and the tools they need to participate in the democratic process.
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