Former USAID and Military Officials Discuss Extra-Constitutional Strategies Ahead of 2026 Midterms

According to DataRepublican, a coalition of former USAID employees, retired military leaders and intelligence officials is organizing to promote extra-constitutional measures ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Groups including Renew to Thrive and National Security Leaders For America are said to be advising state officials on scenarios that could involve military intervention. Danielle Reiff, a former USAID democracy officer, has spoken at meetings hosted by the Democratic Constitutional Forum and linked her organization to protest groups such as the 22nd Century Initiative and No Kings.

The network has backed anti-Trump demonstrations and explored the idea of declaring the federal government illegitimate, with discussions about civil disobedience and building an alternative governance structure. They also reportedly shared the CIA’s Simple Sabotage Field Manual with potential allies. The groups have connections to democracy experts from countries where the U.S. previously supported regime changes.