Former GOP Official Acquires Dominion Voting Systems Amid Trump-Driven Scrutiny

Former GOP Election Official Buys Election Machine Vendor Attacked by Trump After 2020 Loss A company owned by a former Republican election official has acquired Dominion Voting Systems, the election vendor that faced intense scrutiny and conspiracy theories after the 2020 presidential election. Liberty Vote, a new company founded by Scott Leiendecker, assumed full ownership and operational control of Dominion on [date], according to a press release from Liberty Vote. Leiendecker, who previously worked as an election director for the city of St. Louis and held positions in the Missouri Secretary of State's office, said in a statement that the acquisition is part of his company's efforts to "improve the voting experience" and provide more secure and efficient election systems. "We believe that our team has the expertise and resources necessary to take Dominion to the next level," Leiendecker stated. The acquisition comes after Dominion faced intense criticism from former President Donald Trump, who repeatedly claimed without evidence that the company's voting machines were rigged against him in the 2020 presidential election. Trump's claims led to a series of baseless conspiracy theories and lawsuits against Dominion, which ultimately failed to prove any wrongdoing by the company. In response to the acquisition, a spokesperson for Dominion said that the company is "excited" about the new ownership and looks forward to working with Liberty Vote to improve its products and services. "We believe that this change will bring new resources and expertise to our team, which will enable us to better serve our customers," the spokesperson stated. The acquisition has also raised questions about the potential impact on election security and the integrity of the voting process. Some experts have expressed concerns that the change in ownership could lead to changes in Dominion's policies or practices, potentially affecting the accuracy and reliability of its voting machines. Election security expert, Jennifer Morrell, said that while the acquisition is not necessarily a cause for concern, it is essential to monitor the situation closely. "We need to ensure that any changes to Dominion's ownership or operations do not compromise the security and integrity of our election systems," Morrell stated. As part of the acquisition, Liberty Vote has announced plans to invest in new technologies and improve its products and services. The company also stated that it will continue to operate under the same name and branding as Dominion Voting Systems. The acquisition marks a significant development in the world of election technology, and experts will be watching closely to see how Liberty Vote's ownership affects the industry and the voting process. *Reporting by Gizmodo.*