New Mexico Secretary of State, Maggie Toulouse Oliver, recently testified before Congress on the importance of ensuring election confidence and combating misinformation. Toulouse Oliver emphasized the need for states to have secure and reliable voting systems in place to protect the integrity of elections.
During her testimony, Toulouse Oliver discussed the efforts that New Mexico has made to improve election security, including implementing new voting machines, conducting post-election audits, and enhancing cybersecurity measures. She also highlighted the importance of voter education and outreach to combat misinformation and build trust in the election process.
Toulouse Oliver stressed the need for federal funding to support states in their efforts to secure elections and combat disinformation. She called for Congress to pass legislation that would provide funding for election security upgrades and resources to help states address misinformation campaigns.
In her testimony, Toulouse Oliver also addressed the challenges of coordinating with federal agencies to protect elections from foreign interference. She emphasized the importance of collaboration between state and federal partners to ensure the security and integrity of elections.
Overall, Toulouse Oliver’s testimony highlighted the ongoing efforts in New Mexico and across the country to bolster election confidence and combat misinformation. She stressed the importance of continued investment in election security measures and voter education to protect the integrity of the democratic process.
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