Arizona election official on how they're tackling mistrust around election security

NPR | By Ayesha Rascoe

Published September 27, 2026 at 8:17 AM EDT

As President Trump questions election security, many local officials are trying to reassure voters. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks to Kate Brophy McGee, chair of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors.

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