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Lesley Stahl Exposes Trump Election Interference

PUBLISHED Oct 19, 2026, 1:09 AM ET

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Lesley Stahl Exposes Trump Election Interference

Lesley Stahl, a veteran of thirty‑five years, delivered a scathing report on President Donald Trump’s federal election‑meddling efforts. The episode aired a week after an alleged editorial clash with her boss, Bari Weiss, who had recently steered a new Trump‑approved segment. Stahl interviewed Fulton County Commissioner Dana Barrett about the January FBI raid on a Georgia election facility, where officials seized hundreds of ballot boxes. She also spoke with Utah Lieutenant Governor Deidre Henderson, who highlighted unprecedented federal interference, including a demand for private voter data. The report underscored the administration’s attempts to undermine faith in elections, a theme that has intensified since Trump’s second term began. The broadcast highlighted how local elections, governed by Article One, are vulnerable to national politics. Despite pressure, officials like Henderson refused to back down, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding democratic processes. Stahl’s investigation serves as a

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Timeline of Events

2005 — Lesley Stahl returned to 60 Minutes after brief hiatus.
On October 15 2018 Stahl interviewed President Trump on 60 Minutes, first since 2018.
On November 2 2025 Fact‑check released on Trump’s 60 Minutes interview, highlighting misinformation.
On June 5 2026 CBS legend criticized new Trump‑approved 60 Minutes segment.

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