US President Donald Trump terminates the last three members of the Election Assistance Commission, an independent federal body that assists election administration officials across the country, ahead of the US midterm elections, according to reporting cited by multiple outlets. The terminations take effect as the commission’s remaining seats are vacated, leaving the body with no members from those removed. The decision is described as affecting the final slate of commission members, rather than a partial reshuffle. One person familiar with the decision and other individuals briefed on the terminations describe the actions, without providing additional detail on the reasons or timing beyond the approach of the midterms. The Election Assistance Commission is responsible for helping election officials carry out federal election requirements and supporting election administration. The reported firings occur during a period of heightened attention on election processes and election administration in the lead-up to the midterm vote.