THE WASHINGTON POST IS STOKING FEAR - BUT WHERE ARE THE FACTS? A Washington Post story claims 10 national-security officials are quietly advising officials in 10 states and members of Congress about possible federal interference in the 2026 midterms. But look at what’s missing: NO NAMES. NO STATES. NO IDENTIFIED ADVISORS. NO SPECIFIC EVIDENCE OF A PLAN. Who are these people? Which states are involved? Which current or former national-security officials are making these warnings? What concrete evidence supports them? The article offers alarming scenarios - but doesn’t establish that the administration plans to carry them out. Meanwhile, here are the facts the fear narrative leaves out: - The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff confirmed in writing that the military has no plans to send federal military personnel or federalized National Guard members to polling places—or to seize ballots, voting machines, or other election materials. - The Assistant Secretary of Defense separately confirmed that the Pentagon has no plan to deploy troops or federalized National Guard to polling sites or interfere with election materials. - DHS Deputy Assistant Secretary Heather Honey told state election officials that claims ICE would be present at polling locations were untrue. DHS has said ICE is not planning operations targeting polling places. - FBI Director Kash Patel testified under oath that the FBI would not seize ballots, voting machines, or other election-related materials before the 2026 election concluded and results were certified. These are documented statements from actual officials - not anonymous warnings about unnamed people in unidentified states. There is a legitimate role for preparing for election contingencies. But preparation is not proof of a secret plan, and hypothetical scenarios are not evidence of imminent interference. When a major news outlet amplifies alarming allegations while leaving out relevant official assurances, it has a responsibility to explain that distinction. Instead, this story risks turning unnamed sources and hypothetical fears into another weapon in America’s already bitter political divide. Report what is known. Identify what is alleged. Show the evidence. Stop presenting speculation as though it establishes a threat. Election security demands facts - not fear. Unite4Freedom has facts – we have completed analysis in 35 states and not one state meets the legal standard for a certifiable election. We have a litigation strategy under way. We need support. Become a volunteer – donate! #Unite4Freedom #ElectionValidity #FakeNews #WashingtonPost #Transparency