Renewed CISA election security support comes too late for midterms, officials say

CISA released an election infrastructure security plan assigning its 10 regional directors as election advisers and offering a free threat-sharing platform. But election officials in Arizona and Los Angeles County say 2025 staffing cuts weakened support, leaving smaller jurisdictions with fewer resources ahead of the midterms.

• CISA assigned its 10 regional directors as election advisers
• Arizona has had no cybersecurity adviser since March 2025
• The plan does not specify staffing or restore dedicated adviser roles
• White House FY2027 budget proposes eliminating dedicated election security funding