politics
March 31, 2026
Pamfilova becomes first in Russian history to be re-elected as CEC chair for third term
Ella Pamfilova has headed the CEC since 2016
TL;DR
- Ella Pamfilova is the first CEC chairperson in Russian history to be re-elected for a third term.
- All 15 members of the new CEC unanimously voted for her re-election.
- Pamfilova has chaired the CEC since 2016.
- Her leadership has overseen two State Duma elections, two presidential elections, and a vote on constitutional amendments.
- The current CEC composition will also oversee the 2026 State Duma elections and the 2030 presidential election.
- Previously, Pamfilova held positions such as head of the Presidential Commission on Human Rights and Russian Human Rights Commissioner.
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