If you have trouble voting reply with your questions. There are phone numbers to call to help you vote.
The board will extend for 3 months if vote doesn't go through (they can do this twice), but you know the SEC will fight Trump so we need more time. Vote for the 12 month extension.
Merrill Lynch is similar to the Fidelity instructions. You have to go to the Statements and Documents page, then click on Shareholder Notices. Click on the Special Meeting link, and vote.