The rise of fake electors has been a concerning issue in the aftermath of the 2020 election. While much attention has been on the criminal cases against Donald Trump, it is important to note that many of his associates are also facing legal troubles. Prosecutors in various swing states have been pursuing charges against individuals involved in efforts to overturn the election results through the fake electors scheme.
The scheme involved pro-Trump lawyers, state Republican officials, and White House aides creating false slates of electors to declare Trump as the winner in swing states that were actually won by President Biden. The goal was to have Vice President Mike Pence cast doubt on the certification of Biden’s victory on January 6, 2021, and use the false electors to engineer a victory for Trump.
Currently, elector cases have been filed in five states – Michigan, Georgia, Nevada, Arizona, and Wisconsin. Michigan and Georgia were the first to file charges last summer, followed by Nevada in December, and Arizona and Wisconsin this year. These prosecutions could provide valuable insights into the extent of the effort to overturn the election and hold accountable a larger group of individuals involved in the scheme.
It is crucial to stay informed about these cases and understand the implications of the fake electors scheme. The legal proceedings in these states could shed light on the tactics used to undermine the electoral process and the individuals responsible for perpetuating the false narrative of election fraud. As more information becomes available, it is important to follow the developments closely and ensure that those involved in attempting to subvert democracy are held accountable for their actions.