Federal Election Commission Paralyzed by Lack of Quorum, Unable to Enforce Campaign Finance Law for Midterms

The Federal Election Commission (FEC), responsible for enforcing campaign finance law, has been unable to function effectively for the past year and a half due to a lack of a quorum. This paralysis means the agency cannot advise campaigns or investigate alleged violations during the 2026 midterm election cycle, raising concerns about transparency and rule adherence.