An associate of Donald Trump, identified by NDTV as Ticktin, urges Trump to declare a “national emergency” ahead of the upcoming U.S. midterm elections. Ticktin, who says he has been friends with Trump since their time at the New York Military Academy, argues that foreign intelligence could be involved through electronic voting machines. The claim is presented as Ticktin’s concern about potential vulnerabilities in voting technology and the risk of outside interference. NDTV reports this call as part of broader discussion around election security, particularly regarding the reliability of electronic voting systems and the possibility of foreign involvement. The report does not provide additional evidence or cite official findings supporting Ticktin’s assessment, and it does not indicate that Trump or any government agency has adopted the proposal. The information reflects Ticktin’s views and personal connection to Trump, as described by the outlet.