{"id":2153437,"date":"2024-01-19T07:23:02","date_gmt":"2024-01-19T12:23:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/infamous-zuckbucks-group-tries-to-election-meddle-again-this-time-with-federal-tax-dollars\/"},"modified":"2024-01-19T09:27:49","modified_gmt":"2024-01-19T14:27:49","slug":"infamous-zuckbucks-group-tries-to-election-meddle-again-this-time-with-federal-tax-dollars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/infamous-zuckbucks-group-tries-to-election-meddle-again-this-time-with-federal-tax-dollars\/","title":{"rendered":"Notorious &#8216;Zuckbucks&#8217; Group Attempts Election Interference Again, Now with Federal Funds"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">22<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Finfamous-zuckbucks-group-tries-to-election-meddle-again-this-time-with-federal-tax-dollars%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2153437&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><div class=\"article-content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CTCL Aims\u2062 to Secure Massive Federal Grant for Election Offices<\/h2>\n<p>On Wednesday,\u2064 the Center for Tech\u2062 and Civic Life \u2063(CTCL) announced its efforts to\u2063 assist election offices \u2063in applying for a federal grant program administered by FEMA. This program has the potential to provide over $700 million to election offices during the\u200b 2024 election. CTCL, known for\u200b its involvement\u2064 in funding Democrat turnout in the 2020 election, plans to host a webinar \u2064to guide officials through the application process.<\/p>\n<p>The Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant program, according to FEMA, aims to support hazard mitigation projects and reduce risks from disasters. CTCL sees\u200c this as \u2064a unique\u200c opportunity \u2063for election offices to secure funding. \u200cDespite \u2062previous \u2062BRIC\u200c grants being focused on natural disaster relief, CTCL argues that elections should be classified as a &#8220;critical service&#8221; \u2064deserving of competitive FEMA grant funding.<\/p>\n<p>The webinar will \u2063cover the application process and provide inspiration for how the grant funds can be used. CTCL&#8217;s involvement in the 2020 election raised concerns and led to laws \u2062prohibiting private funding of election \u200cadministration in\u2062 27\u200c states. However,\u200d by tapping\u200c into federal funding, CTCL\u200b and\u2062 its \u2064partners could potentially continue their election manipulation \u200befforts in favor of Democrats.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CTCL&#8217;s Controversial Role in the 2020 Election<\/h2>\n<p>In 2020, CTCL gained attention for its Covid-19\u200c Response Grant Program, which aimed\u200b to gain control of \u200celection offices in critical areas for Democrats. \u200dThe program provided large grants with strings\u200b attached, allowing\u200d partisan activists \u200bto <a title=\"A Bill Banning Zuckbucks In Virginia Elections Is Headed To Gov. Glenn Youngkin\u2019s Desk\" href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/a-bill-banning-zuckbucks-in-virginia-elections-is-headed-to-gov-glenn-youngkins-desk\/\">implement preferred administrative practices<\/a> and voting methods. These efforts included targeted voter turnout campaigns\u200d and mail-in ballot-chasing in urban areas \u2064with potential Democrat voters.<\/p>\n<p>CTCL&#8217;s interference in the election led to laws prohibiting private \u2062funding of elections in many states. However, by accessing federal funding through the BRIC grant \u200dprogram, CTCL and its partners could potentially continue their manipulation of the election system.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Role of Election Offices and the Need for Scrutiny<\/h2>\n<p>Election offices should focus on maintaining \u2062polls and accurately counting votes,\u2064 not on <a title=\"Biden administration, Democrats push reformed voting rights laws\" href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/biden-administration-democrats-push-reformed-voting-rights-laws\/\">increasing voter turnout<\/a>. \u2064CTCL&#8217;s involvement in data aggregation, statistical analysis, and \u200dbehavioral \u200cscience solutions raises\u2062 concerns \u200dabout their intentions. Voter turnout operations often have partisan effects, and election officials who aim \u2064to increase turnout in favor \u200bof Democrats can significantly impact \u200celection outcomes.<\/p>\n<p>Lawmakers should closely scrutinize CTCL&#8217;s\u2063 relationship with\u200b the BRIC grant \u200cprogram and public election offices to prevent interference in the 2024 election. It is\u200b crucial to eliminate the influence \u200dof well-funded groups seeking to manipulate elections.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2>How can election officials effectively apply\u200c for the BRIC grant program to improve election\u200c infrastructure?<\/h2>\n<p>Ovide election offices \u2063with the necessary information and resources to\u200b effectively apply for the BRIC grant program. CTCL believes that by\u2064 assisting election offices in\u2064 securing this funding, it can help improve \u2062election \u2063infrastructure,\u200c expand\u2064 voter access, \u2062and enhance election security in future elections.<\/p>\n<p>CTCL&#8217;s decision to focus on securing \u2064federal grant funding for election offices comes as no surprise, given its previous\u2062 involvement\u2064 in funding Democrat turnout in the 2020 election. With its proven track record of effectively utilizing resources to increase voter engagement, CTCL is well-positioned to guide election officials through\u2062 the application process and\u2063 ensure that they have the best \u200bchance of securing\u2064 the necessary funding \u200dfor their respective offices.<\/p>\n<p>By\u200d advocating for elections to be recognized as critical services deserving of competitive FEMA\u2064 grant funding, CTCL highlights the crucial role that election offices play in our democratic \u2064process.\u200b The ability to effectively administer elections, ensure voter access, and maintain election security is essential to the functioning \u2064of our democracy. By securing funding through the BRIC grant program, election offices can enhance their \u2062capabilities and\u2062 address any vulnerabilities in their infrastructure, ultimately leading\u2064 to \u2062more secure and\u200b efficient elections.<\/p>\n<p>The webinar\u200c hosted by \u200cCTCL will give election officials the\u2063 opportunity to learn\u200d about the application process\u200b in \u200ddetail and gain valuable insights from experts in the field. The \u200cwebinar will cover important aspects such\u200d as eligibility criteria, required documentation, and best practices for submitting a successful application. By providing\u200c election offices with this knowledge, CTCL aims\u2062 to empower officials and increase their chances of securing the much-needed funding.<\/p>\n<p>The $700 million available\u2062 through the BRIC grant program has the potential to significantly impact election offices across the country. This funding can be utilized to update and modernize election infrastructure, implement advanced cybersecurity measures, and expand voter outreach programs. By investing\u2064 in \u200bthese areas, \u200celection offices can address existing challenges and ensure \u200dthat future elections are conducted \u200bwith the highest level of integrity and accessibility.<\/p>\n<p>While some may question CTCL&#8217;s involvement\u2064 in the application process for federal grant\u200d funding, it is important to acknowledge the positive outcomes that can\u2062 result from\u2063 this initiative. By leveraging its\u2062 expertise and resources, CTCL has the ability to assist election offices in securing the funding\u200c necessary to improve election systems across the country. The webinar hosted by CTCL will serve as a valuable tool for election officials, equipping them\u2064 with the knowledge and guidance required to navigate the application process successfully.<\/p>\n<p>As the 2024 election approaches, \u200bit is crucial that election offices have the necessary \u2062resources to\u200b ensure secure and efficient elections. By advocating for election offices to \u200bsecure federal grant funding through the BRIC program, CTCL is playing a vital\u2062 role in supporting the integrity of our \u200cdemocratic\u200d process. The \u200cwebinar hosted by CTCL is a testament to its commitment to improving election infrastructure and <a title=\"Rep. Norman: DOJ Is Hiding How It\u2019s Complying with Biden\u2019s Voter Registration Drive\" href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/rep-norman-doj-is-hiding-how-its-complying-with-bidens-voter-registration-drive\/\">expanding voter access<\/a>. With the potential to provide over $700 million in funding, the BRIC grant\u2064 program offers a unique\u200b opportunity for election offices to enhance their capabilities and make significant strides towards a safer \u2064and more accessible electoral system.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On Wednesday, the Center for Tech and Civic Life (CTCL) informed election officials and nonprofits via email about their plans to assist in applying for a significant federal grant program managed by FEMA. 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