| 单词 | elector |
| 例句 | I could cycle each day over to Ole’s lab, knowing it was clearly better to deceive the fellowship electors about where I was working than to force Herman to talk about biochemistry. Double Helix 1968-02-27T00:00:00Z The method of choosing electors to that odd inspiration called the electoral college varied from state to state. Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation 2000-10-17T00:00:00Z On 5 September he managed to get hold of a telescope Galileo had sent to the elector of Cologne, and finally he saw for himself. The Invention of Science 2015-09-17T00:00:00Z Twelve of those are Europeans, bringing the number of "cardinal electors" from the continent to 67 out of 125. Pope leaves stamp on Church future with new cardinals 2012-02-18T11:53:00Z The electors would be told, "You are free people and you must choose the members from panel B. The Parliament must choose the Cabinet and above all, the president from panel A." From the archive, 7 July 1923: How to find men fit to govern 2010-07-07T09:09:00Z There is no federal law that requires electors to vote for the candidate who won their state. Electoral college formally chooses Trump as president 2016-12-19T05:00:00Z A state is entitled to a number of electors equal to its number of senators and representatives. Why We Should Abolish the Electoral College 2020-03-17T04:00:00Z Tuesday’s Jan. 6 hearings presented evidence suggesting that Senator Ron Johnson sought to hand-deliver fake elector votes from Michigan and his home state of Wisconsin to then-Vice President Mike Pence. Stephen Colbert Taunts Ron Johnson for Faking It 2022-06-23T04:00:00Z So my Republican legislators who sought to nullify Pennsylvania’s popular vote — some even proposed that the Legislature itself choose electors — are Calhoun’s heirs, not those of us demanding that “every vote counts.” Harpo Marx, South Carolina’s Voting History and Other Letters to the Editor 2021-03-12T05:00:00Z When he was then summoned to Rome, he sheltered under the protection of his prince, the elector Frederick the Wise of Saxony, who arranged for a hearing for him in Germany instead. Christianity’s original anti-science crusade: The religious order that tried to crush modernity 2014-04-13T18:00:00Z The lawsuit alleges that 11 of West’s 13 electors may be invalid and asks the court to block West’s name from appearing on ballots, which are set to be printed soon. Lawsuit filed to keep Kanye West off Virginia ballot 2020-09-02T04:00:00Z I had a dream it wasn’t real, That the electors were refutin’, That they would certainly repeal The vote as fixed by Mister Putin. Style Invitational Week 1210: Bill Us Now — our ‘joint legislation’ contest 2017-01-12T05:00:00Z The presidential candidate who wins the popular vote in that state gets his or her slate of electors selected. Who selects the president? After millions vote, the choice is up to 538 ‘electors’ 2020-10-13T04:00:00Z Founded in 2008 by statistician Nate Silver, it takes its name from the number of electors in the United States electoral college. Female roles 'boost film success' 2014-04-03T10:49:08Z The Reichstag decided questions affecting the whole empire, and its college of electors chose the emperor. Neither holy nor a failure 2016-04-14T04:00:00Z First were the electors of Saxony, Frederick the Wise and his successors, who had been Luther’s protectors from the beginning. Christianity’s original anti-science crusade: The religious order that tried to crush modernity 2014-04-13T18:00:00Z Forty-eight states and the District of Columbia, which also gets three electors, follow a winner-take-all system. Who selects the president? After millions vote, the choice is up to 538 ‘electors’ 2020-10-13T04:00:00Z Each state has the same number of electors as they have members of Congress. To win a presidential election, getting the most votes isn’t always enough 2016-11-07T05:00:00Z Francis' nominees now make up a quarter of the 125 "cardinal electors" under 80 years old -- easily enough to sway the election of a new pope when Francis dies or resigns. Pope favors developing world in naming new cardinals 2015-01-04T05:00:00Z So on Nov. 9, he created a plea for electronic signatures to urge the electoral college’s electors to choose Clinton over Trump. Pink hats, pins, petitions: What’s the point of these anti-Trump protests? 2017-01-10T05:00:00Z Nothing in No. 68 justifies a state legislature, for partisan reasons, certifying a different slate of electors from the slate chosen by the people. Rudy Giuliani’s post-election meltdown starts to become literal 2020-11-19T05:00:00Z The rapper qualified for Colorado’s presidential ballot on Thursday, after the Secretary of State’s office verified that nine electors he submitted are all registered to vote in that state. Republicans push Kanye 2020. But will it really hurt Biden? 2020-08-06T04:00:00Z Compared to the 67 "cardinal electors" from Europe, Latin America now has 22, North America has 15, Africa has 11, Asia has nine and Oceania has one. Pope leaves stamp on Church future with new cardinals 2012-02-18T11:53:00Z Because a state’s number of electors is based on total population, not actual voters, it gives the states no incentive to enfranchise new groups of people, or to make voting easier for those eligible. Why We Should Abolish the Electoral College 2020-03-17T04:00:00Z In Vermont, Charles H. Wilton is a West elector despite previously being chosen as a delegate to the Republican National Convention. Republicans push Kanye 2020. But will it really hurt Biden? 2020-08-06T04:00:00Z When they gather for their conclave on Monday, the 124 eminent electors will be asked to surrender their cellphones. Berlin Philharmonic Prepares to Vote on New Chief Conductor 2015-05-06T04:00:00Z And when the nation’s 538 electors met in their home states last month, Brezenoff printed and delivered his petition by hand to a few from Texas meeting in Austin. Pink hats, pins, petitions: What’s the point of these anti-Trump protests? 2017-01-10T05:00:00Z And because states want to maximize their influence in selecting the president, they also have a strong incentive to use a winner-take-all approach to awarding electors, which all but two states currently do. Why We Should Abolish the Electoral College 2020-03-17T04:00:00Z Before Election Day, each state’s political parties pick potential electors who will support their candidate. To win a presidential election, getting the most votes isn’t always enough 2016-11-07T05:00:00Z When a papal vacancy arises, the electors — Catholic cardinals under age 80 — gather in Vatican City for a session governed by dramatic rituals. The election intrigue of Robert Harris’s ‘Conclave’ 2016-11-22T05:00:00Z Yes, of course, they cheated the elector by conducting the dishonest campaign. The man who filmed Putin’s rise: “Compromises I made, we all made…led us to this deplorable... 2018-09-22T04:00:00Z Europe, with 57 cardinal electors, still has the largest voting bloc, but the developing world's rose to more than 50. Pope favors developing world in naming new cardinals 2015-01-04T05:00:00Z Northern California is a microcosm of the country, said Dennis Revell, a Trump elector and vice chair of the northern region of the California Republican Party. This is California in the era of Trump 2017-03-22T04:00:00Z Why he moved to London: His patron, George, the elector of Hanover, was heir to the British throne. Handel and Hendrix, Side by Side 2016-06-23T04:00:00Z Additionally, 10% of the sales will be "donated to the Georgia GOP Defense Fund and the David Shafer Legal Defense Fund to defend Georgia's Trump electors against unjust political prosecution." Donald Trump's mugshot beer: How the Bud Light boycott bred the ultimate conservative cash grab 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z With the new appointments, Benedict, who was elected in a secret conclave in 2005, has now named more than half the cardinal electors. Pope leaves stamp on Church future with new cardinals 2012-02-18T11:53:00Z The elector Philip of Hesse followed suit, as did the margrave of Brandenburg, the dukes of Schleswig and Brunswick, and many smaller potentates of the empire. Christianity’s original anti-science crusade: The religious order that tried to crush modernity 2014-04-13T18:00:00Z And Americans have long understood themselves to be voting for their president, not for presidential electors. Why We Should Abolish the Electoral College 2020-03-17T04:00:00Z Republican electors say they received many emails, letters and phone calls urging them not to support Trump. Electoral college formally chooses Trump as president 2016-12-19T05:00:00Z When Münster’s former Catholic bishop, backed by the Lutheran elector of Hesse, laid siege to the city, Bockelson declared himself the Messiah, abolished private property, and instituted polygamy. Christianity’s original anti-science crusade: The religious order that tried to crush modernity 2014-04-13T18:00:00Z The memo appears to reflect the reality that voters, presidential electors, courts and now Congress have accepted or certified that Biden won the election and is the president-elect. Talk-radio owner orders conservative hosts to temper election fraud rhetoric 2021-01-11T05:00:00Z There are 15 cardinal electors in the United States and Canada. Pope favors developing world in naming new cardinals 2015-01-04T05:00:00Z Millions of Trump haters who can’t handle Clinton’s loss are signing petitions to persuade electors to vote as the plurality of Americans did, which would be completely permissible and also pretty unprecedented. The electoral college isn’t a real place. But someone has to answer all the angry phone calls these days. 2016-11-16T05:00:00Z Seven of new "cardinal electors" under the age of 80 are Italian - six of them members of the Vatican's central administration and the other the archbishop of Florence. Pope leaves stamp on Church future with new cardinals 2012-02-18T11:53:00Z Those electors then gather in December and send an official vote to Congress. To win a presidential election, getting the most votes isn’t always enough 2016-11-07T05:00:00Z When the voting ends, the ballots are tallied and the candidate who has the most votes in that state typically wins all the spots for electors. To win a presidential election, getting the most votes isn’t always enough 2016-11-07T05:00:00Z In fact, he leavened his accusations by saying that if no fraud was found, he’d accept that conclusion, and that once electors met and the “votes are counted, maybe that story changes.” Dan Bongino isn’t just taking over where Rush Limbaugh left off — he’s building a conservative media universe 2021-04-19T04:00:00Z Only one of the new electors is from the Curia, the Vatican's central administration, which Francis has pledged to overhaul. Pope favors developing world in naming new cardinals 2015-01-04T05:00:00Z Francis bent a Church rule that puts a cap of 120 on the number of cardinal electors. Pope favors developing world in naming new cardinals 2015-01-04T05:00:00Z After a presidential election, on the first Monday after the second Wednesday in December, the electors gather at their respective state capitals to cast their votes. The electoral college isn’t a real place. But someone has to answer all the angry phone calls these days. 2016-11-16T05:00:00Z Republicans on the Supreme Court invoked two centuries of jurisprudence when they stopped a recount: “The individual citizen has no federal constitutional right to vote for electors for the president of the United States.” Why the Right to Vote Is Not a Right 2018-09-12T04:00:00Z A ballot for electors in the controversial Presidential election of 1876, which pitted the Electoral College against the popular vote in the contest between Rutherford B. Hayes and Samuel Tilden. This Is What Democracy Looked Like 2018-11-05T05:00:00Z Fake electors were charged in Georgia and Michigan, and Trump faces charges both in Georgia and in a federal investigation of his conduct related to the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol riot. Nevada’s attorney general is investigating fake electors in 2020 for Trump, AP source says 2023-11-15T05:00:00Z Chesebro said he provided Trump with a summary of a memo containing advice on the creation of alternate slates of electors, The Post reported. Expert: Lawyers who flipped on Trump may try to pull out "due to threats" — but Willis has a plan 2023-11-15T05:00:00Z "It is also after that Supreme Court loss on Dec. 11 that Trump Campaign lawyers bowed out of the false electors scheme. They knew the legal avenues were now closed," Goodman added. Expert: Trump aide Dan Scavino may face "superseding indictment" after Jenna Ellis spills the beans 2023-11-14T05:00:00Z Three former Trump lawyers have already pleaded guilty in Georgia, including Kenneth Chesebro, who drafted memos crafting the fake elector scheme. Trump's free speech defense may fall short in election subversion trial 2023-11-06T05:00:00Z The insurrection clause does not mention the office of president directly, but instead includes somewhat vague language saying it applies to the “elector of president and vice president.” Court fights invoking US Constitution’s ‘insurrection clause’ against Trump turn to Minnesota 2023-11-01T04:00:00Z It does not specifically name the office of president, but instead reads “elector of president and vice president.” Trial to determine if Trump can be barred from offices reaches far back in history for answers 2023-11-01T04:00:00Z How far of a leap is it from fake prosecutions to fake electors? Republicans manufactured a "crisis" — now they are ready to exploit it 2023-11-01T04:00:00Z “As ‘eligible electors,’ Petitioners have standing under Colorado law to challenge the constitutional eligibility of candidates in the 2024 Republican presidential primary election,” according to the lawsuit. “Alarming implications”: Legal scholar says Trump disqualification case headed to Supreme Court 2023-10-31T04:00:00Z Another batch of charges concerns a plan to vote for a false slate of pro-Trump electors. Man Indicted Over Threats to D.A. and Sheriff in Trump’s Georgia Case 2023-10-30T04:00:00Z Trump’s lawyers contend that it was never meant to apply to the office of president, which is not mentioned in the text, unlike “Senator or Representative in Congress” and “elector of President and Vice President.” Court arguments begin in effort to bar Trump from presidential ballot under ‘insurrection’ clause 2023-10-29T04:00:00Z Adding that "Pence has repeatedly said that the vice president doesn't have the authority to reject the elector's votes and Trump was wrong in his belief that he could." Trump comments on Pence dropping his presidential campaign by saying he should endorse his 2023-10-29T04:00:00Z Take the false elector scheme outlined in Chesebro’s Dec. 6 memo. Opinion: Crooked lawyers were crucial to Trump's Jan. 6 plot. We clearly need to reform the profession 2023-10-29T04:00:00Z His minions and accomplices in the Republican Party, both in Washington and around the country, actively tried to help him pressure election officials and persuade local officials to sign on as "alternate electors." The Big Lie is expanding: Majority of Republicans now insist Trump never tried to overturn election 2023-10-27T04:00:00Z Johnson, a lawyer, led the House Republicans in promoting a baseless legal theory that state legislatures have sole power to select and appoint electors. Opinion: How new House Speaker Mike Johnson tried again and again to overturn Biden's election 2023-10-26T04:00:00Z The plaintiff in that suit was Shawn Still, a fake elector also charged in the Fulton County indictment. Prosecutors are focused on a rural Georgia county in Trump's 2020 election case. Here's why 2023-10-26T04:00:00Z That plan included putting in place a slate of “alternate” electors in seven battleground states, including Georgia, who would falsely certify that Trump had won their states. The 19 people accused of trying to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia to keep Trump in power 2023-10-25T04:00:00Z But rather than accurately advise him that there were no further legal options, Chesebro circulated a memo outlining a plan that would circumvent court losses, subvert states’ certified electors and allow Trump to win. Opinion: Crooked lawyers were crucial to Trump's Jan. 6 plot. We clearly need to reform the profession 2023-10-29T04:00:00Z Many of them were aware of the "fake elector" plot and were more than prepared to step up if Vice President Mike Pence had done his part to usurp the Constitution. If the GOP speaker circus fails Trump, this centrist group has a plan to save him in 2024 2023-10-25T04:00:00Z The hope was that Republican-controlled legislatures in states won by Biden would allocate their electors to Trump and give him the presidency. Opinion: How new House Speaker Mike Johnson tried again and again to overturn Biden's election 2023-10-26T04:00:00Z Special votes are ballots cast for example by electors overseas or by those who enrolled on the day of the election. New Zealand's Prime Minister-elect Luxon says coalition negotiations continue 2023-10-24T04:00:00Z Chesebro worked on the coordination and execution of a plan to have 16 Georgia Republicans sign a certificate declaring falsely that Trump won and declaring themselves the state’s “duly elected and qualified” electors. The 19 people accused of trying to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia to keep Trump in power 2023-10-25T04:00:00Z The plan was to recruit fake electors in seven states and assert that Vice President Mike Pence had the power to refuse to count the supposedly disputed electoral slates. Opinion: Crooked lawyers were crucial to Trump's Jan. 6 plot. We clearly need to reform the profession 2023-10-29T04:00:00Z This, No Labels believes, would give them leverage to cut a deal by promising their electors’ support to whichever major party candidate they deem more worthy. If the GOP speaker circus fails Trump, this centrist group has a plan to save him in 2024 2023-10-25T04:00:00Z Johnson claimed these changes were invalid and therefore no electors should be counted from these states. Opinion: How new House Speaker Mike Johnson tried again and again to overturn Biden's election 2023-10-26T04:00:00Z The Wisconsin Constitution guarantees that every U.S. citizen age 18 and over is a qualified elector. Wisconsin Republicans look to pass constitutional amendments on voter eligibility, elections grants 2023-10-24T04:00:00Z A former White House aide who served as the director of Trump’s election day operations, Roman was involved in efforts to put forth a set of fake electors after the 2020 election. The 19 people accused of trying to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia to keep Trump in power 2023-10-25T04:00:00Z Chesebro emailed detailed instructions for the false electors for each state to make sure they cast their votes in the manner set out by law and provided counterfeit elector certificates to print and sign. Opinion: Crooked lawyers were crucial to Trump's Jan. 6 plot. We clearly need to reform the profession 2023-10-29T04:00:00Z He admitted to plotting to file false documents as part of an effort to put forward fraudulent slates of electors pledged to vote for Trump in states won by Biden. Former Trump lawyer Ellis pleads guilty in Georgia, could testify against Trump 2023-10-24T04:00:00Z The 98-page indictment alleges Ellis urged state legislators in key swing states Biden won to appoint presidential electors who would vote for Trump. Another Trump lawyer, Jenna Ellis, pleads guilty in Georgia 2020 election subversion case 2023-10-24T04:00:00Z The indictment further says she similarly pushed state lawmakers to back false, pro-Trump electors in Georgia as well as Arizona and Michigan. Jenna Ellis becomes latest Trump lawyer to plead guilty over efforts to overturn Georgia’s election 2023-10-24T04:00:00Z Latham was one of 16 Georgia Republicans who signed a certificate falsely stating that Trump had won the state and declaring themselves the state’s “duly elected and qualified” electors. The 19 people accused of trying to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia to keep Trump in power 2023-10-25T04:00:00Z Chesebro had the phony electors sign certifications that they were “the duly elected and qualified Electors” from those states, which they emphatically were not. Opinion: Crooked lawyers were crucial to Trump's Jan. 6 plot. We clearly need to reform the profession 2023-10-29T04:00:00Z In addition, the indictment cites an instance in which Chesebro met in person with a fake elector while Giuliani was on the phone. Opinion: Why the Kenneth Chesebro and Sidney Powell guilty pleas are so dire for Donald Trump 2023-10-23T04:00:00Z After those measures failed, Chesebro zeroed in on the presidential electors. MAGA lawyers take a sweetheart deal for democracy. Trump should be frightened 2023-10-21T04:00:00Z A Trump campaign official asked for the electors’ “complete discretion,” telling them to say only that they were meeting with two state senators who were there. Inside the meeting of Republican electors who sought to thwart Biden’s election win in Georgia 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z He is accused of putting forward a slate of fake pro-Trump electors in Georgia and other states to overturn the outcome of the 2020 election. Kenneth Chesebro: Second Trump lawyer pleads guilty to conspiracy 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z These electoral slates were a machination that the lawyers treated as fact and the basis for their advice that “7 states” had “transmitted dual slates of electors.” Opinion: Crooked lawyers were crucial to Trump's Jan. 6 plot. We clearly need to reform the profession 2023-10-29T04:00:00Z Besides the racketeering charge, he faces six felony conspiracy counts related to the elector plan. Jury selection will begin in the first trial in the Georgia election case against Trump and others 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z While another of Trump’s outside lawyers, John Eastman, has become the face of the “alternate electors” dimension of the overarching scheme, Eastman’s ideas were in fact originally developed by Chesebro. MAGA lawyers take a sweetheart deal for democracy. Trump should be frightened 2023-10-21T04:00:00Z The third indicted elector, Cathy Latham, was also charged for helping outsiders access state voting equipment in south Georgia’s Coffee County. Inside the meeting of Republican electors who sought to thwart Biden’s election win in Georgia 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z He is accused of helping to devise a plan to submit fake slates of electors for Mr Trump. Kenneth Chesebro: Second Trump lawyer pleads guilty to conspiracy 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z Eastman nevertheless advised, “The fact that we have multiple slates of electors demonstrates the uncertainty of either,” lending the counterfeit slates the same efficacy as those certified by the states. Opinion: Crooked lawyers were crucial to Trump's Jan. 6 plot. We clearly need to reform the profession 2023-10-29T04:00:00Z In addition to the racketeering charge, he faces six felony conspiracy counts related to the elector plan. Jury selection set to begin in the first trial in the Georgia election case against Trump and others 2023-10-19T04:00:00Z In that case, electors for the dueling candidates both provided certificates to Congress. MAGA lawyers take a sweetheart deal for democracy. Trump should be frightened 2023-10-21T04:00:00Z Three other electors didn’t show up, including John Isakson Jr., son of late Republican U.S. Inside the meeting of Republican electors who sought to thwart Biden’s election win in Georgia 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z Specifically, it is alleged he wrote a memo that provided instructions for how such electors in states including Georgia should proceed to meet and cast votes for Mr Trump. Kenneth Chesebro: Second Trump lawyer pleads guilty to conspiracy 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z Preposterously, Trump is now asserting immunity for “organizing” the false electors. Opinion: Crooked lawyers were crucial to Trump's Jan. 6 plot. We clearly need to reform the profession 2023-10-29T04:00:00Z The dropped charges come after Nessel, a Democrat, told a liberal group during a virtual event that the false electors had been “brainwashed” and believed Trump won in Michigan. Michigan Republican charged in false elector plot agrees to cooperation deal 2023-10-19T04:00:00Z The subpoenas also sought information about other lawyers, including Jenna Ellis and Rudy Giuliani, who were involved in advising Trump on the false elector plan and also promoting baseless claims of widespread election fraud. Legal experts: New Jack Smith filing blows a big hole in Trump's election interference defense 2023-10-11T04:00:00Z In the language of the case laid out by prosecutors, these were “fake” or “false” or “fraudulent” electors. Inside the meeting of Republican electors who sought to thwart Biden’s election win in Georgia 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z The others whose testimony is sought include others who were involved in the so-called alternate electors plan in multiple swing states that Trump, the Republican incumbent, lost to Democrat Joe Biden. Alex Jones, Ronna McDaniel potential witnesses in Sidney Powell and Kenneth Chesebro’s Georgia trial 2023-10-10T04:00:00Z He could not have come up with the false elector scheme on his own. Opinion: Crooked lawyers were crucial to Trump's Jan. 6 plot. We clearly need to reform the profession 2023-10-29T04:00:00Z Let the states work out how they allocate their electors, perhaps in concert with one another. Why the Electoral College works in selecting a president 2023-10-10T04:00:00Z Now an Arizona state senator who also served as a fake elector for Trump, Hoffman has been paid at least $6.6 million by Turning Point since 2017, campaign finance disclosures and tax records show. How Trump’s MAGA movement helped a 29-year-old activist become a millionaire 2023-10-09T04:00:00Z At least eight Georgia Republican electors present that day have agreed to testify in exchange for immunity from state charges. Inside the meeting of Republican electors who sought to thwart Biden’s election win in Georgia 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z In filings with the court, Chesebro’s attorneys have indicated they could call witnesses including journalists, attorneys, Trump campaign officials and Republicans who signed the certificates claiming they were Trump electors. Alex Jones, Ronna McDaniel potential witnesses in Sidney Powell and Kenneth Chesebro’s Georgia trial 2023-10-10T04:00:00Z But it’s the only state where the accused false electors face criminal charges. Michigan judge to decide whether to drop charges against 2 accused in false elector scheme 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z This effort seeks to require a state’s electors to be cast for the winner of the national electoral vote. Why the Electoral College works in selecting a president 2023-10-10T04:00:00Z Bowyer, who is an Arizona representative to the Republican National Committee and also served as a fake elector for Trump, is now helping to lead a commercial endeavor that could prove lucrative. How Trump’s MAGA movement helped a 29-year-old activist become a millionaire 2023-10-09T04:00:00Z “I would like to avoid reprinting the documents,” Shafer said, asking the electors to replace another Republican with Still. Inside the meeting of Republican electors who sought to thwart Biden’s election win in Georgia 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z The indictment accused Eastman of being part of a plot to appoint fake electors for the election certification process. US Supreme Court spurns former Trump lawyer Eastman's appeal over emails 2023-10-02T04:00:00Z “If the attorney general is saying the group didn’t really intend to do this, because they genuinely believed they were the electors, there’s a strong argument the prosecution can’t prove a necessary element.” Michigan judge to decide whether to drop charges against 2 accused in false elector scheme 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z This is an interesting effort, although it is easy to imagine that it devolves into incoherence by requiring a state’s electors to vote for a candidate that the state itself explicitly rejected. Why the Electoral College works in selecting a president 2023-10-10T04:00:00Z Several other defendants — three fake electors and former U.S. Trump won’t try to move Georgia case to federal court after judge rejected similar bid by Meadows 2023-09-28T04:00:00Z As the meeting unfolded, the Republicans sought to replace four electors who were previously lined up to support Trump. Inside the meeting of Republican electors who sought to thwart Biden’s election win in Georgia 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z Several other defendants - three fake electors and former U.S. Trump won’t try to move Georgia case to federal court, attorneys say 2023-09-28T04:00:00Z An attorney for another accused fake elector, Mari-Ann Henry, also filed a motion to dismiss Tuesday and said the attorney general’s comment should “nullify the government’s entire case.” Michigan fake elector defendants want case dropped due to attorney general’s comments 2023-09-27T04:00:00Z An attorney for one of the accused fake electors, Mari-Ann Henry, 65, said those comments “nullify the government’s entire case” and the charges should be thrown out. Defendant in Michigan fake elector case seeks dismissal of charges over attorney general’s comments 2023-09-26T04:00:00Z In July, she called 16 electors fake after they signed letters that said the former president won the election. Electors who backed Trump were brainwashed, declares Michigan AG 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z Sinners, the Trump official, printed new elector certificates on a noisy portable printer. Inside the meeting of Republican electors who sought to thwart Biden’s election win in Georgia 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z Those instances suggest "that this attempt by these fake electors is an uphill battle with little chance of success," Aganga-Williams said. Trump was "ultimately responsible": Fake electors look to blame the boss, says expert 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z Investigators say the group met following the 2020 election and signed a document falsely stating they were Michigan’s “duly elected and qualified electors.” Michigan fake elector defendants want case dropped due to attorney general’s comments 2023-09-27T04:00:00Z Investigators allege that they met following the 2020 election and signed a document falsely stating they were Michigan’s “duly elected and qualified electors.” Defendant in Michigan fake elector case seeks dismissal of charges over attorney general’s comments 2023-09-26T04:00:00Z Each of those electors was charged with eight felony counts, including conspiracy to commit election law forgery. Electors who backed Trump were brainwashed, declares Michigan AG 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z Their defenders call them “alternate” or “contingent” electors, saying they were just trying to keep Trump’s legal options open as a lawsuit challenged Georgia’s election results. Inside the meeting of Republican electors who sought to thwart Biden’s election win in Georgia 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z "I expect Judge Jones will find these fake electors' actions were taken on behalf of the Trump campaign in an attempt to impact state election procedures, not on behalf of the federal government," Aganga-Williams added. Trump was "ultimately responsible": Fake electors look to blame the boss, says expert 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z Both served as fake presidential electors in 2020 as part of a scheme in Nevada and other battleground states to try to overturn Trump’s election loss. Nevada Republicans brace for confusion as party eyes election rules that may favor Trump 2023-09-21T04:00:00Z On Sept. 18, Nessel, a Democrat, told a liberal group during a virtual event that the false electors had been “brainwashed” and “genuinely” believed Trump won in Michigan’. Defendant in Michigan fake elector case seeks dismissal of charges over attorney general’s comments 2023-09-26T04:00:00Z He argued that the court should dismiss two charges against him, including conspiring to commit false statements and writings as part of the fake elector scheme. "Almost preposterous": Expert blasts Kenneth Chesebro's defense on "fake elector" plot 2023-09-21T04:00:00Z A Georgia Republican Party website raising money to defend electors calls them “patriots who served.” Inside the meeting of Republican electors who sought to thwart Biden’s election win in Georgia 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z "There is a protocol for electors to be appointed by the states based on the results of an election. These pseudo-electors knew they were chosen because of their allegiance to the loser of the election." Trump was "ultimately responsible": Fake electors look to blame the boss, says expert 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z Along with a spate of other co-conspirators, he was also recently indicted by Fulton Country District Attorney Fani Willis on racketeering charges in the Georgia fake elector scheme. Trump whistleblower Cassidy Hutchinson says Giuliani groped her on Jan 6 2023-09-20T04:00:00Z Kennedy ultimately won the election challenge and was certified the winner, and Congress counted the votes of the Kennedy electors. 3 fake electors want Georgia election subversion charges against them to be moved to federal court 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z But the claim that the Georgia Trump electors "were duly certified is kind of irrelevant to that argument," he continued. "Almost preposterous": Expert blasts Kenneth Chesebro's defense on "fake elector" plot 2023-09-21T04:00:00Z Lawyers for the indicted electors argue it was up to Congress to determine which slates should be counted. Inside the meeting of Republican electors who sought to thwart Biden’s election win in Georgia 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z "The fake GOP electors are doing something that I expect we will see more and more in the criminal cases against Trump," said Aganga-Williams. Trump was "ultimately responsible": Fake electors look to blame the boss, says expert 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z Meadows sat in on multiple Oval Office meetings when the fake electors plot was being hatched and put into action. Mark Meadows and Kevin McCarthy: Where do Republicans get these worms? 2023-09-16T04:00:00Z Their lawyers say their clients were acting as contingent U.S. presidential electors and in that role were or were acting at the direction of federal officers. 3 fake electors want Georgia election subversion charges against them to be moved to federal court 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z In his motion, Chesebro argued that those statements were not false because the "Republican presidential electors were qualified and elected by the Republican Party." "Almost preposterous": Expert blasts Kenneth Chesebro's defense on "fake elector" plot 2023-09-21T04:00:00Z He was one of 16 Georgia Republicans who signed a certificate falsely stating that Trump had won the state and declaring themselves the state’s “duly elected and qualified” electors. A Georgia state senator indicted with Trump won’t be suspended from office while the case is ongoing 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z Justice Department official Jeffrey Clark and three fake electors - have hearings before Jones scheduled for next week. Trump waives right to speedy trial in Georgia election case 2023-09-13T04:00:00Z Justice Department official Jeffrey Clark and three fake electors — have hearings before Jones scheduled for next week. Trump waives right to speedy trial as Georgia prosecutor seeks to try him with 18 others next month 2023-09-13T04:00:00Z Instead, they were impersonating genuine electors at the direction of Trump’s campaign with the goal of illegally keeping him in power, they said. 3 fake electors want Georgia election subversion charges against them to be moved to federal court 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z That's a stretch, she suggested, given that these false GOP electors sent their certifications to courts, statehouses, Congress, and the National Archives, according to Fulton County prosecutors. "Almost preposterous": Expert blasts Kenneth Chesebro's defense on "fake elector" plot 2023-09-21T04:00:00Z Still was not in public office in December 2020 when the Republican electors met. A Georgia state senator indicted with Trump won’t be suspended from office while the case is ongoing 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z The provision is nestled at the end of the 14th Amendment, which has been the foundation of civil rights litigation, and doesn’t explicitly mention the presidency but does cite “presidential electors.” New Hampshire secretary of state won’t block Trump from ballot in key presidential primary state 2023-09-13T04:00:00Z The three charged phony electors’ argument for removal is just silly. Column: Trump's aide Mark Meadows faces a huge legal setback. It should worry both of them 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z They argued in court filings that “contingent electors” are not presidential electors — either the contingency is met and they become presidential electors or it is not met and the losing candidate’s electors have no role. 3 fake electors want Georgia election subversion charges against them to be moved to federal court 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z The California attorney and former law school dean repeatedly pressed then-Vice President Mike Pence and Pence’s staff to reject election results in some states where fake electors had voted for Trump. The Trump indictments: Key figures and alleged co-conspirators in his 4 criminal cases 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z The two other Trump electors who were indicted were former state Republican Party Chairman David Shafer and Cathy Latham, a Coffee County woman also accused of helping people illegally access voting equipment. A Georgia state senator indicted with Trump won’t be suspended from office while the case is ongoing 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z Special grand jurors voted against indicting most of the fake electors. Georgia special grand jury report shows Graham and others spared from charges, and more new details 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z They say they were federal officials by virtue of being chosen as electors. Column: Trump's aide Mark Meadows faces a huge legal setback. It should worry both of them 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z In addition to the charges related to the fake elector plan, Shafer is also accused of lying to investigators for the Fulton County district attorney’s office. 3 fake electors want Georgia election subversion charges against them to be moved to federal court 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z Eastman is charged by name in the Fulton County indictment, accused of pressuring Pence and of pushing to have slates of fake electors cast votes for Trump in states where Biden won. The Trump indictments: Key figures and alleged co-conspirators in his 4 criminal cases 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z The special grand jury had also suggested charging 13 of the 16 members of the false Georgia elector slate. Lindsey Graham "dodged bullets" in Fulton County case; legal experts say he's "no less culpable" 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z For example, one juror thought there should be further investigation for one charge, and two believed the fake electors “should not be indicted for doing what they were misled to understand as their civic duty.” Georgia special grand jury report shows Graham and others spared from charges, and more new details 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z Willis’ team pithily punctured that argument by pointing out that they were pretend electors. Column: Trump's aide Mark Meadows faces a huge legal setback. It should worry both of them 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z Republicans in six other battleground states that Trump lost also met and signed fake elector certificates. 3 fake electors want Georgia election subversion charges against them to be moved to federal court 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z The special counsel’s indictment alleges that the plan to use fake electors began in Wisconsin, with a memo from Co-Conspirator 5 that was sent on Dec. 13, 2020. The Trump indictments: Key figures and alleged co-conspirators in his 4 criminal cases 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z Despite the overwhelming votes to indict the electors, two dissenting jurors believed "the electors should not be indicted for doing what they were misled to understand as their civic duty." Lindsey Graham "dodged bullets" in Fulton County case; legal experts say he's "no less culpable" 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z The panel was also split on whether to indict the members of an illegitimate slate of electors that intended to persuade Congress to award Georgia's electoral votes for Trump. Georgia grand jury recommended charging three U.S. senators, others 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z More hearings are scheduled later this month for former Justice Department official Jeffrey Clark, and David Shafer, who was a fake elector in Georgia. Trump eyes moving his Georgia case to federal court 2023-09-07T04:00:00Z Michigan’s attorney general in July brought criminal charges against the fake electors there. 3 fake electors want Georgia election subversion charges against them to be moved to federal court 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z Chesebro is charged in the Fulton County indictment and is accused of devising the fake electors plan. The Trump indictments: Key figures and alleged co-conspirators in his 4 criminal cases 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z Despite showing in the interview that she understood the specifics of the fake electors plot, Maddock has more recently claimed that she doesn't recall many of the details. Audio: 2020 Michigian fake elector brags about GOP plot on tape 2023-09-07T04:00:00Z Two jurors said the fake electors should not be indicted for "doing what they were misled to understand as their civic duty." Georgia grand jury recommended charging three U.S. senators, others 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z Fani Willis, the prosecutor overseeing the Georgia election racketeering case, on Tuesday slammed fake elector Shawn Still's motion for removal of his case to federal court. Fani Willis blasts fake Georgia elector's removal motion 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z Supporters of Democrat John F. Kennedy filed a legal challenge that was still pending on the day the state’s presidential electors were to meet. 3 fake electors want Georgia election subversion charges against them to be moved to federal court 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z Roman was national director of election day operations for Trump’s 2020 campaign, and is alleged to have helped organize the seven slates of fake Trump electors. The Trump indictments: Key figures and alleged co-conspirators in his 4 criminal cases 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z In a deposition with the House select committee, which investigated the Jan. 6 Capitol attack, Cox said the Trump campaign asked her to "facilitate having the electors meet and sign some sort of document." Audio: 2020 Michigian fake elector brags about GOP plot on tape 2023-09-07T04:00:00Z After a couple of years of getting away with it, people who agreed to be fake electors for Trump are starting to get arrested. The Proud Boys aren't sorry — luckily, prison works great at stymying their terrorist impulses 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z Still, now a freshman in Georgia's Senate, was one of 16 Georgia Republicans who prosecutors allege falsely certified themselves as "duly elected and qualified" electors during efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Fani Willis blasts fake Georgia elector's removal motion 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z Meadows claimed that he did not play "any role" in the plot to name Georgia "fake electors" pledged to Trump. Trump's co-defendants have already begun to flip: Politico report 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z He also participated in the meeting of Trump-supporting electors to fraudulently cast electoral votes for Trump. The Trump indictments: Key figures and alleged co-conspirators in his 4 criminal cases 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z Maddock and the 15 other fake electors were charged in July for their roles in the Trump campaign plan to overturn the 2020 election results in the state by enlisting the help of false electors. Audio: 2020 Michigian fake elector brags about GOP plot on tape 2023-09-07T04:00:00Z The indictment in Georgia's Fulton County alleges Eastman was part of a plot to appoint fake electors. Meadows, other Trump allies plead not guilty in Georgia election case 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z The unauthorized slates of electors are part of two of the criminal cases against Mr. Trump related to trying to overturn the election. Ramaswamy slams Trump prosecutions but says he would not have nominated ‘phony slates of electors’ 2023-09-03T04:00:00Z Politico also highlighted a portion of Meadows' testimony in which he said that Trump "viewed the false electors as a significant part of his strategy to remain in power. " Trump's co-defendants have already begun to flip: Politico report 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z Latham is also accused of participating in the fake electors scheme. The Trump indictments: Key figures and alleged co-conspirators in his 4 criminal cases 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z Despite showing in the interview that she understood the specifics of the fake electors plot, Maddock has more recently claimed that she doesn't recall many of the details. Audio: 2020 Michigian fake elector brags about GOP plot on tape 2023-09-07T04:00:00Z Other suspects who have entered not guilty pleas include Ken Chesebro; the alleged architect of the fake electors scheme who has petitioned the court for a speedy trial; and lawyers Sidney Powell and Jenna Ellis. Trump co-defendant Rudy Giuliani pleads not guilty in Georgia case 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z “I would not have nominated phony slates of electors.” Ramaswamy slams Trump prosecutions but says he would not have nominated ‘phony slates of electors’ 2023-09-03T04:00:00Z Meadows claimed he then sent an email pushing the campaign to assemble pro-Trump slates of electors largely because he feared a tongue-lashing from his boss. Trump's co-defendants have already begun to flip: Politico report 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z "Some people had urged that Vice President Pence simply had the power to reject electors whose certification was still pending," he said, before Ingraham interjected to say "I don't believe that." Legal experts: John Eastman "literally just confessed to the crime" in Fox News interview 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z McConnell questions whether the provision even applies to the presidency because it is not one of the offices specifically listed in the 14th Amendment — which instead refers to “elector of president and vice president.” Groups seek to use the Constitution’s ‘insurrection’ clause to block Trump from 2024 ballots 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z Still has said he committed no wrongdoing when he served as a fake GOP elector. "Smell of desperation": Georgia GOP accused of "abuse of power" for trying to punish Fani Willis 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z That includes efforts to line up fake electors in Georgia and other states to falsely assert that Trump, not Democrat Joe Biden, had won their respective contests. Lawyers indicted with Trump say they were doing their jobs. But that may be a tough argument to make 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Two of the lawyers involved in the "fake elector" scheme, Kenneth Chesebro and Sidney Powell, have insisted on their right to a speedy trial, which Willis says is just fine. Fani Willis proves the skeptics wrong: 18 co-defendants is a big problem for Donald Trump 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Shafer and a group of 15 fellow Republican electors convened at the state capitol on Dec. 14, 2020, and signed a document falsely declaring that Trump had won Georgia. “I was just following orders”: Ex-prosecutor calls out Trump co-defendants for using “Nazi defense” 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z State investigators have also asked about Trump's level of involvement in the Arizona leg of the fake electors scheme, one of the sources added. Arizona prosecutors "aggressively" investigating fake elector "ringleader" Rudy Giuliani: report 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z "The president's attorneys instructed Mr. Still and the other contingent electors that they had to meet and cast their ballots on Dec. 14, 2020." Ex-prosecutor: Fani Willis’ strategy pays off as indicted fake electors “point the finger” at Trump 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Shafer argues that he and the other fake presidential electors acted at the direction of Trump and other federal officials. Column: Donald Trump just saw the inside of a jailhouse — and possibly his own miserable future 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z The aggressive filing from Kenneth Chesebro, the mastermind behind the plan to send fake electors to Congress from states Trump had lost, surprised legal experts. Legal experts: Jan. 6 architect made a “risky gamble” — but Fani Willis just “called his bluff” 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z But neither of them have strong enough arguments to move their cases to federal court, especially the false electors, Mai Ratakonda, an attorney at the election rights group States United Democracy Center, told Salon. “I was just following orders”: Ex-prosecutor calls out Trump co-defendants for using “Nazi defense” 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z In Georgia, Trump is accused of pressuring state officials and setting up a slate of illegitimate electors for the formal congressional certification process of the 2020 election results to try to reverse his defeat. Trump to face election-subversion charges at Atlanta jail 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z In Georgia, Trump is accused of pressuring state officials and setting up a slate of illegitimate electors to reverse his 2020 defeat. Trump to report to Atlanta jail to face charges in election-subversion case 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z David Shafer, the former chairman of the Georgia Republican Party who is accused of organizing the Dec. 14, 2020, meeting of fake electors in the Georgia Capitol, had his bond set at $75,000. Rudy Giuliani arrives in Georgia to surrender in Fulton County election case 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z Shafer and 15 other Republican electors met at Georgia's capitol on Dec. 14, 2020, and signed a document falsely declaring that Trump had won the state. "Could be devastating": Indicted ex-GOP chair "explicitly" throws Trump under the bus in new filing 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z "Mr. Still, as a presidential elector, was also acting at the direction of the incumbent president of the United States," an attorney for Still argued in a court filing. “I was just following orders”: Ex-prosecutor calls out Trump co-defendants for using “Nazi defense” 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Last week, Melber's show released a video showing Stone detailing the fake electors scheme to his lackeys on November 5, 2020 — before the major news networks called the election. New Roger Stone video exposes how Trump and his lawyers faked distance from the Capitol riots 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z The Fulton County indictment alleges that Meadows played a key role in the fake elector scheme and other efforts to keep Trump in power. Attorney: New bombshell report confirms Mark Meadows “ratted out Trump to the Feds” 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Cathy Latham, a fake elector who signed documents purporting to be one of Georgia’s valid 2020 presidential electors, is also implicated in the effort to breach the election management system in Coffee County. Rudy Giuliani arrives in Georgia to surrender in Fulton County election case 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z In Georgia, he is alleged to be part of a plot to urge state senators to disregard the election results and appoint fake electors. Georgia Rico case: John Eastman surrenders to authorities 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z In the Georgia indictment, Eastman is accused of organizing 16 fake pro-Trump electors and making false statements to the Georgia Legislature, including the claim that fraudulent ballots handed Joe Biden victory in Georgia. John Eastman's bar trial resumes, a week after he was indicted with Trump and others 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z On one hand, it's obvious that the riot was integral to Trump's "fake electors" plot. New Roger Stone video exposes how Trump and his lawyers faked distance from the Capitol riots 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z But we see the broader set of actions by Trump and his allies to subvert the Constitution – the Georgia vote count and fake elector scheme included – as part of a political coup d'etat. Legal experts say the answer is clear: Trump’s actions have already disqualified him from presidency 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Smith is charged with helping organize fake electors for Trump and trying to sway Georgia lawmakers with false statements alleging election fraud. Trump says he’ll surrender to authorities in Georgia on Thursday: ‘Can you believe it?’ 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z Other defendants, including alleged fake electors Shawn Still and David Shafer, have also negotiated bond agreements through their lawyers. Georgia Rico case: John Eastman surrenders to authorities 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Indeed, another connection between the fake electors scheme plot and the Capitol riot was exposed last week. Requiem for Mike Lindell: He wasn't important enough to get his own indictment 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z He apparently worked on the coordination and execution of a plan to have 16 Georgia Republicans sign a certificate declaring falsely that Trump had won and declaring themselves the state's "duly elected and qualified" electors. Folks, the wait was worth it: Donald Trump is going to prison 2023-08-17T04:00:00Z Mr. Trump in 2016 recorded the lowest popular vote and the lowest share of votes in the District since it was granted electors in 1961. Trump to face different juries, different challenges in upcoming trials 2023-08-16T04:00:00Z Mr. Jones, a former state senator, signed documents purporting to be one of Georgia’s 16 valid presidential electors for Mr. Trump. Special prosecutor to probe actions of Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones following Trump indictments 2023-08-16T04:00:00Z Other legal scholars argue that the First Amendment does not protect Mr. Trump from the charges of lying to public officials or pushing a fake electors scheme. Trump indictment in Georgia puts election challenges and presidential tweets on trial 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z The plan relied partly on slates of “alternate” Trump electors in seven battleground states, including Georgia, who would falsely certify that Mr. Trump had won their states. The Trump Gang: 18 people who got snagged in the Georgia election case 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z The forgery and impersonation charges stem from the attempt to have an alternate set of pro-Trump electors ready to replace the state’s duly chosen Biden electors. RICO charge put Trump in the company of Mafia bosses, Hells Angels and Young Thug 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z Gov. Burt Jones was one of 16 Republican electors who falsely claimed that Trump won Georgia. Special prosecutor will examine actions of Georgia’s lieutenant governor in Trump election meddling 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z Three others of the so-called fake electors were indicted in Ms. Willis’ investigation for forgery, false statements and other charges. Special prosecutor to probe actions of Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones following Trump indictments 2023-08-16T04:00:00Z In Georgia he is alleged to be part of a plot to urge state senators to disregard the election results and appoint fake electors. Who are the 18 others charged alongside Donald Trump in Georgia? 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z The indictment states that Mr. Roman was involved in the efforts to put forth a set of fake electors after the 2020 election. The Trump Gang: 18 people who got snagged in the Georgia election case 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z Ms. Willis charges that the alternate electors were guilty of attempting to impersonate the real electors, and that in signing documents claiming to be electors they engaged in forgery. RICO charge put Trump in the company of Mafia bosses, Hells Angels and Young Thug 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z He has previously denied wrongdoing, saying he and other electors acted only to preserve Trump’s chances if Trump won a court challenge. Special prosecutor will examine actions of Georgia’s lieutenant governor in Trump election meddling 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z It alleges that Mr. Trump and his allies pushed to assemble false electors, made false statements to state lawmakers and officials, harassed election workers and breached voting machines. Trump plans to present Georgia election fraud findings in ‘major’ press conference 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z In Georgia he is accused of helping to devise a plan to submit fake slates of electors for Mr Trump. Who are the 18 others charged alongside Donald Trump in Georgia? 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z Mr. Chesebro, 62, is a Trump campaign attorney who worked with the leaders of the Georgia GOP to coordinate the slate of “alternate” Republican electors. The Trump Gang: 18 people who got snagged in the Georgia election case 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z Some of the fake slate of electors assembled on behalf of Mr. Trump are also covered in the indictment, as are state-level political operatives who joined Mr. Trump’s post-election push to change the vote. RICO charge put Trump in the company of Mafia bosses, Hells Angels and Young Thug 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z Willis only indicted three of the 16 electors who signed certificates falsely asserting Trump won the state and claimed to be the state’s “duly elected and qualified” electors. Special prosecutor will examine actions of Georgia’s lieutenant governor in Trump election meddling 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z The indictment in Georgia alleges he was part of a plot to appoint fake electors. Factbox: Who are the Trump allies indicted in the Georgia election scheme? 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z It is alleged he wrote a memo that provided instructions for how such electors in states including Georgia should proceed to meet and cast votes for Mr Trump. Who are the 18 others charged alongside Donald Trump in Georgia? 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z He allegedly helped to coordinate and execute the plan to have the 16 Georgia Republicans sign a certificate declaring falsely that Mr. Trump won and declaring themselves the state’s “duly elected and qualified” electors. The Trump Gang: 18 people who got snagged in the Georgia election case 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z Mr. Meixner said prosecutors probably already have immunity agreements or plea deals with others, such as some of the replacement electors recruited by the Trump team. RICO charge put Trump in the company of Mafia bosses, Hells Angels and Young Thug 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z The third spurious elector who was indicted, Cathy Latham, is accused of helping others copy software and data from election equipment in south Georgia’s Coffee County. Special prosecutor will examine actions of Georgia’s lieutenant governor in Trump election meddling 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z Kenneth Chesebro is a Trump campaign attorney accused in the indictment of helping to devise a plan to submit fake slates of electors for Trump to obstruct U.S. congressional certification of the election results. Factbox: Who are the Trump allies indicted in the Georgia election scheme? 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z Another of Mr Trump's legal team alleged to have been involved in trying to get false electors appointed in four states, including Georgia. Who are the 18 others charged alongside Donald Trump in Georgia? 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z The indictment states that he advised the alternate GOP electors who met at the state Capitol, cast votes for Mr. Trump and signed documents falsely claiming that Mr. Trump won the election in Georgia. The Trump Gang: 18 people who got snagged in the Georgia election case 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z It says the defendants tried to subvert the U.S. electoral process by submitting false slates of electors, people who make up the Electoral College that elects the president and vice president. Trump, advisers charged in Georgia for 2020 election overthrow scheme 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z At least eight other of the Trump electors signed immunity deals shielding them from criminal prosecution by Willis in exchange for their testimony. Special prosecutor will examine actions of Georgia’s lieutenant governor in Trump election meddling 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z The indictment alleges he wrote a memo that provided instructions for how alternate slates of electors in states including Georgia should proceed to meet and cast votes for Trump. Factbox: Who are the Trump allies indicted in the Georgia election scheme? 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z A senior member of the Trump election campaign, he is said in the indictment to have played a role in organising the fake electors' plot. Who are the 18 others charged alongside Donald Trump in Georgia? 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z He served as one of the 16 alternate Republican electors who signed documents falsely claiming Mr. Trump won. The Trump Gang: 18 people who got snagged in the Georgia election case 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z The investigation also targeted the so-called fake elector scheme and various texts and documents indicating that Trump's legal team was involved in a breach of voting systems in Coffee County, Georgia. Fani Willis unleashes the Kraken: Trump and 18 others indicted on racketeering charges 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z At least eight "fake electors", who signed a bogus certificate claiming Mr Trump won the election in that state, have reached immunity deals in the case after agreeing to interviews with Fulton County prosecutors. Donald Trump election probe court files criminal charges 2023-08-14T04:00:00Z The indictment alleges that Ellis was part of an effort to get false electors appointed by state lawmakers in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan and Pennsylvania. Factbox: Who are the Trump allies indicted in the Georgia election scheme? 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z He is one of those charged with mailing a fake certificate of Trump electors to a federal courthouse, and making false statements to investigators. Who are the 18 others charged alongside Donald Trump in Georgia? 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z Ms. Latham is one of the 16 Georgia GOP electors for Mr. Trump. The Trump Gang: 18 people who got snagged in the Georgia election case 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z At least 18 people, including Giuliani and all 16 fake electors, were previously informed that they were investigation “targets.” Trump indictments in Georgia: How we got here and what’s ahead 2023-08-14T04:00:00Z Chidi, the journalist, has written about happening upon a secret meeting of those electors at the state capitol in December 2020. Trump election investigation in Georgia headed to grand jury next week 2023-08-12T04:00:00Z The indictment alleges that David Shafer, who served as Georgia Republican Party chairman, played a key role in organizing and executing the plan to submit an alternate slate of electors. Factbox: Who are the Trump allies indicted in the Georgia election scheme? 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z He portrayed himself as the "chairperson" of the 16 fake Trump electors. Who are the 18 others charged alongside Donald Trump in Georgia? 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z Prosecutors also accuse Mr. Giuliani of involvement with the plan for 16 Georgia Republicans to serve as fake presidential electors for Mr. Trump. The Trump Gang: 18 people who got snagged in the Georgia election case 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z Many of the electors have since struck immunity deals with prosecutors. Trump indictments in Georgia: How we got here and what’s ahead 2023-08-14T04:00:00Z Similarly, nine Michigan Republicans who were arraigned Thursday on state charges for forging documents in Trump's "fake elector" scheme are also using the "aspirational" defense. Not just the coup: Trump used the "aspirational" defense in the E. Jean Carroll rape lawsuit 2023-08-11T04:00:00Z Shafer is among those charged with mailing a fake certificate of the so-called Trump electors to a federal courthouse, as well as other offenses tied to the fake elector plot. Factbox: Who are the Trump allies indicted in the Georgia election scheme? 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z Former Republican Party chair in Coffee County and one of the 16 fake Trump electors for the state. Who are the 18 others charged alongside Donald Trump in Georgia? 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z He repeated the claim from the fake electors that they were acting as an “alternate slate” in order to “preserve an ongoing legal strategy.” Wisconsin judge allows civil case against fake Trump electors to proceed 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z Gov. Burt Jones, who also served as a Trump elector, successfully disqualified Willis from investigating him due to a political conflict of interest. Trump indictments in Georgia: How we got here and what’s ahead 2023-08-14T04:00:00Z MADISON, Wis. — A Wisconsin judge on Thursday allowed a civil lawsuit filed against 10 fake electors for former President Donald Trump and two of his attorneys to proceed, rejecting a move to dismiss the case. Wisconsin judge allows civil case against fake Trump electors to proceed 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z Michael Roman, who worked for Trump’s 2020 campaign, is alleged to have played a role in orchestrating the fake elector plot. Factbox: Who are the Trump allies indicted in the Georgia election scheme? 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z Then finance chair of the state Republican Party and now a Georgian state senator, he was another of the fake electors. Who are the 18 others charged alongside Donald Trump in Georgia? 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z In May, Remington also revived a complaint brought by Law Forward against the fake electors filed with the Wisconsin Elections Commission. Wisconsin judge allows civil case against fake Trump electors to proceed 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z Another is Chidi, who stumbled upon the meeting of Republican electors at the state Capitol. Trump indictments in Georgia: How we got here and what’s ahead 2023-08-14T04:00:00Z “We were not informed of any use of the alternate electors contrary to preserving the legal strategy and would not have approved any other use.” Wisconsin judge allows civil case against fake Trump electors to proceed 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z The indictment claims he was in touch with those organizing a meeting of the fake Trump electors in Georgia. Factbox: Who are the Trump allies indicted in the Georgia election scheme? 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z Prosecutors say the former president, along with six unnamed co-conspirators, orchestrated a scheme to enlist fake electors in seven battleground states won by Democrat Joe Biden to submit false certificates to the federal government. More Michigan Republicans accused of being fake electors for Trump plead not guilty 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z The fake elector plan was central to the federal indictment filed against Trump earlier this month that alleged he tried to overturn results of the 2020 election. Wisconsin judge allows civil case against fake Trump electors to proceed 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z In a recount a few weeks later, Mr. Kennedy was determined to be the winner but state Democrats were not prosecuted for providing alternative electors before those results were calculated. Fake electors play starring role in Jan. 6 charges against Trump 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z Fake electors met in Wisconsin, Michigan and five other battleground states where Trump was defeated in 2020 and signed certificates that falsely stated Trump won their states, not Biden. Wisconsin judge allows civil case against fake Trump electors to proceed 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z The strategy would have involved the false Trump electors going through the same motions in mid-December as real electors. Experts: Leaked secret memo shows the “real architect” of Trump’s Jan. 6 “criminal scheme” 2023-08-09T04:00:00Z Kurt Krause, a lawyer representing one of the fake electors, John Haggard, said in court Thursday that “the probability of conviction is low, given the dubiousness of the factual basis asserted by the government.” More Michigan Republicans accused of being fake electors for Trump plead not guilty 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z Constitution, each state and Washington, D.C., are assigned a specific number of presidential electors, but the rules for choosing those electors are left primarily to the states. Opinion: Why Georgia might beat the feds at holding Trump accountable 2023-08-08T04:00:00Z Mr. Smith’s indictment, however, provides memos and testimony that the prosecution says show the Trump team turned their post-election legal strategy into a “corrupt plan” involving false electors. Fake electors play starring role in Jan. 6 charges against Trump 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z The winner of the popular vote in each state determines which party’s electors are sent to the Electoral College, which meets in December after the election to certify the outcome. Wisconsin judge allows civil case against fake Trump electors to proceed 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z Though that basic plan was already known to the public, the prosecutor-described "fraudulent elector memo" details information about the plot's origins and the discussion around it. Experts: Leaked secret memo shows the “real architect” of Trump’s Jan. 6 “criminal scheme” 2023-08-09T04:00:00Z Investigators allege that the group of Republican electors met at party headquarters on Dec. 14, 2020, and falsely signed the fake electors document. More Michigan Republicans accused of being fake electors for Trump plead not guilty 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z The prosecutor investigating possible illegal meddling in the 2020 election in Georgia has agreed to immunity deals with at least eight fake Republican electors. Opinion: Why Georgia might beat the feds at holding Trump accountable 2023-08-08T04:00:00Z Those state officials, Mr. Smith said, “were tricked into participating” in the false elector scheme. Fake electors play starring role in Jan. 6 charges against Trump 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z Remington in May also revived a complaint brought by Law Forward against the fake electors filed with the Wisconsin Elections Commission. Wisconsin judge allows civil case against fake Trump electors to proceed 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z The Dec. 6 memo showed that Chesebro suggested Pence could count purported Trump electors from a state as long as a lawsuit was already pending there challenging Biden's declared victory. Experts: Leaked secret memo shows the “real architect” of Trump’s Jan. 6 “criminal scheme” 2023-08-09T04:00:00Z The fake electors falsely asserted that they met in the state Capitol, which they were denied entry to by Michigan State Police. More Michigan Republicans accused of being fake electors for Trump plead not guilty 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z An election will be held to fill the councillor vacancy subject to a request from two electors, the council added. Hull disabled councillor's anger at being removed from council 2023-08-08T04:00:00Z Under the plan, Mr. Pence could use those alternate electors to deny certification of Mr. Biden’s victory when Congress assembled on Jan. 6. Fake electors play starring role in Jan. 6 charges against Trump 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z It would prove some of the same points those prosecutors are raising about fake electors and the rest, demonstrating that these cases are not partisan "witch hunts," as Trump often claims. Trump's threats necessitate a speedy trial 2023-08-07T04:00:00Z He also proposed informing the public that the Trump electors would be meeting on Dec. 14 as an added precaution. Experts: Leaked secret memo shows the “real architect” of Trump’s Jan. 6 “criminal scheme” 2023-08-09T04:00:00Z Investigations are underway in some other states that submitted fake electors, but not all. More Michigan Republicans accused of being fake electors for Trump plead not guilty 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z Fake electors met in Wisconsin and six other battleground states where Trump was defeated in 2020, attempting to cast ballots for the former president even though he lost. Wisconsin judge orders the release of records sought from fake Trump elector 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z Mr. Chesebro acknowledged that the electors scheme would likely face rejection from the Supreme Court, according to the memo, which was leaked to the New York Times. Fake electors play starring role in Jan. 6 charges against Trump 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z For instance, Charlie Kirk of Turning Point USA is trying to pass off the fake electors scheme as a "publicity stunt," which is as nonsensical as it is dishonest. Trump's "defense" strategy: Flooding the zone with sh*t 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z "But as long as it is one possible option, to preserve it as a possibility it is important that the Trump-Pence electors cast their electoral votes on Dec. 14." Experts: Leaked secret memo shows the “real architect” of Trump’s Jan. 6 “criminal scheme” 2023-08-09T04:00:00Z A Georgia prosecutor investigating possible illegal meddling in the 2020 election has agreed to immunity deals with at least eight fake electors. More Michigan Republicans accused of being fake electors for Trump plead not guilty 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z The role of those fake electors, particularly in Wisconsin, was central to the federal indictment against Trump released this week. Wisconsin judge orders the release of records sought from fake Trump elector 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z Mr. Chesebro also acknowledged the alternative electors plan as “a bold, controversial strategy.” Fake electors play starring role in Jan. 6 charges against Trump 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z Prosecutors have not detailed any involvement on her part in a multifaceted effort to stay in power, including by organizing slates of false electors or pressuring officials to overturn voting results. Fact-Checking the Defenses of Trump After His Latest Indictment 2023-08-03T04:00:00Z Three days later, Chesebro drafted specific instructions for how to create fraudulent electors in multiple states in another memo, which the Times first reported, along with the Nov. 18 communication, last year. Experts: Leaked secret memo shows the “real architect” of Trump’s Jan. 6 “criminal scheme” 2023-08-09T04:00:00Z “If the electors don’t elect, we will be forced into civil war.” Prosecutors Took Cautious Path in Connecting Trump to Jan. 6 Violence 2023-08-03T04:00:00Z The lawsuit, filed by a union leader represented by the liberal firm Law Forward, sought commission records related to Robert Spindell and comments he made about his role as a fake elector. Wisconsin judge orders the release of records sought from fake Trump elector 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z It mandates that Congress must “defer to the slates” of electors that are determined by the states. Fake electors play starring role in Jan. 6 charges against Trump 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z Trump lied that his fake electors were legitimate. The Jan. 6 Trump indictment is traumatic — and cathartic: We may be free of him at last 2023-08-03T04:00:00Z Last year, the House committee released emails obtained by its investigators that showed Chesebro had sent copies of the two previously reported memos to allies in the states participating in the fake electors plot. Experts: Leaked secret memo shows the “real architect” of Trump’s Jan. 6 “criminal scheme” 2023-08-09T04:00:00Z The former president also solicited false slates of electoral votes from dozens of Trump-supporting electors in seven states, according to the indictment. Trump to be arraigned on 4 felony counts related to efforts to overturn 2020 election 2023-08-03T04:00:00Z Law Forward filed a complaint with the Wisconsin Elections Commission in 2021 saying the fake electors broke the law. Wisconsin judge orders the release of records sought from fake Trump elector 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z The law also calls for security features to ensure official electors, and not alternatives, are transmitted to Congress and that electors can’t be changed following the election. Fake electors play starring role in Jan. 6 charges against Trump 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z "Dear Mayor, as discussed, below are the attorneys I would recommend for the memo on choosing electors," listing lawyers in seven states, according to the Times. Expert: TrumpWorld can't wait to spill the beans on “hated” aide named as “co-conspirator 6” suspect 2023-08-03T04:00:00Z Giuliani took up the mission, meeting with speakers of the house in Arizona and Michigan, asking them to replace their proper electors with groups that would cast votes for Trump. How Rudy Giuliani became Co-Conspirator 1 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z The indictment calls Co-Conspirator 5 "an attorney who assisted in devising and attempting to implement a plan to submit fraudulent slates of presidential electors to obstruct the certification proceeding". Donald Trump indictment: What do we know about the six co-conspirators? 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z The commission voted unanimously in a closed meeting to reject that complaint, saying the fake electors did not violate any election laws. Wisconsin judge orders the release of records sought from fake Trump elector 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z One senior adviser, according to the indictment, texted, “Certifying illegal votes,” and Mr. Trump’s deputy campaign manager said the alternative electors plan had “morphed into a crazy play.” Fake electors play starring role in Jan. 6 charges against Trump 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z The indictment also alleges co-conspirator 6 was involved in a conference call organized by Trump's campaign with fake electors in Pennsylvania. Expert: TrumpWorld can't wait to spill the beans on “hated” aide named as “co-conspirator 6” suspect 2023-08-03T04:00:00Z In all, Giuliani helped coordinate a scheme to put forward fraudulent slates of electors in seven states, the indictment said. How Rudy Giuliani became Co-Conspirator 1 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z The indictment cites a memo by the fourth co-conspirator in which they present a plan to send a slate of fake electors to Washington for Congress to approve. Donald Trump indictment: What do we know about the six co-conspirators? 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z The identity of the unnamed sixth conspirator, whom the indictment describes as "a political consultant who helped implement a plan to submit fraudulent slates of presidential electors to obstruct the certification proceeding," remains unclear. Experts and reporters speculate who mystery "co-conspirator 6" in Trump's latest indictment may be 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z They tried to persuade him to accept slates of fake electors or to reject states’ electoral votes and send them back to state legislatures for further review, the indictment says. Pence fought an order to testify but now is a central figure in his former boss’s indictment 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z When the electors expressed concerns about the scheme, Giuliani "falsely assured them that their certificates would be used only if" Trump won his court challenges, according to prosecutors. Expert: TrumpWorld can't wait to spill the beans on “hated” aide named as “co-conspirator 6” suspect 2023-08-03T04:00:00Z The attempts begin with efforts to persuade state officials — sometimes by using threats — to overturn the legitimate vote so that false electors could deliver their support Trump in the Electoral College. How Rudy Giuliani became Co-Conspirator 1 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z The indictment describes the person as a "political consultant who helped implement a plan to submit fraudulent slates of presidential electors to obstruct the certification proceeding". Donald Trump indictment: What do we know about the six co-conspirators? 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z It's unclear who is "Co-Conspirator 6," who was described in the indictment as a "political consultant who helped implement a plan to submit fraudulent slates of presidential electors to obstruct the certification proceeding." Legal experts identify Trump’s co-conspirators — and warn they “will be charged” unless they “flip” 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z The indictment outlines Mr. Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 results in key states, including direct calls to state leaders and the formation of sham rosters of electors. Chris Christie: Trump’s actions after the 2020 election a ‘stain’ on the country 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z The allegations match previous reporting about Ephsteyn's role in helping to organize the fake elector scheme. Expert: TrumpWorld can't wait to spill the beans on “hated” aide named as “co-conspirator 6” suspect 2023-08-03T04:00:00Z According to the indictment, Trump ignored advisers who told him the election was not fraudulent and helped organize fake slates of electors to try to capture electoral votes in states he had lost. Trump faces deepening legal risks for effort to reverse 2020 election 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z While those certificates were ultimately ignored by lawmakers, federal prosecutors say it was all part of “a corrupt plan to subvert the federal government function by stopping Biden electors’ votes from being counted and certified.” How the Trump fake electors scheme became a ‘corrupt plan,’ according to the indictment 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z The indictment claims the person sent Giuliani an email identifying lawyers in six swing states who would assist in the fake elector scheme and participated in a conference call about the effort in Pennsylvania. Legal experts identify Trump’s co-conspirators — and warn they “will be charged” unless they “flip” 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z Kenneth Chesebro is an attorney who allegedly helped devise a plan to submit fake slates of electors for Trump to obstruct Congress’s certification of the election results. Explainer: Who allegedly conspired with Trump to overturn the 2020 election? 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z "The Defendant pushed officials in certain states to ignore the popular vote; disenfranchise millions of voters; dismiss legitimate electors," prosecutors wrote. Five takeaways from the Trump indictment over the plot to overturn the 2020 election 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z Trump and others organized fraudulent slates of electors in seven states, all of which he lost, to submit their votes to be counted and certified as official by Congress on Jan. 6, the indictment said. Factbox: The legal troubles of former US President Donald Trump 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z The fake electors plan began in Wisconsin, prosecutors allege, with a memorandum from Kenneth Chesebro, an attorney who was assisting the Trump campaign at the time with legal challenges. How the Trump fake electors scheme became a ‘corrupt plan,’ according to the indictment 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z Mr. Clark also helped draft a letter to Gov. Brian Kemp of Georgia, a Republican, urging Mr. Kemp to call the state legislature into a special session to create a slate of false pro-Trump electors. The indictment says Trump had six co-conspirators in his efforts to retain power. 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z Under that theory, Pence would be able to appoint alternate slates of electors to help Trump win the election, overturning Biden’s victory. Explainer: Who allegedly conspired with Trump to overturn the 2020 election? 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z The indictment cites text messages Trump's staffers sent each other describing his push to certify fake slates of electors as "crazy" and "illegal." Five takeaways from the Trump indictment over the plot to overturn the 2020 election 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z Each presidential candidate has their own group of electors in each state, known as a “slate.” Explainer-What is the 'fake electors' scheme Trump supporters tried after his 2020 loss? 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z But less than a month later, “in a sharp departure,” a new memo was issued that called for expanding the strategy to other key states, creating slates of “fraudulent electors” for Trump. How the Trump fake electors scheme became a ‘corrupt plan,’ according to the indictment 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z The indictment describes co-conspirator 5 as a lawyer who helped to craft and try to implement “a plan to submit fraudulent slates of presidential electors to obstruct the certification proceeding.” The indictment says Trump had six co-conspirators in his efforts to retain power. 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z A sixth unnamed co-conspirator is described in the indictment as being “a political consultant who helped implement a plan to submit fraudulent slates of presidential electors to obstruct the certification proceeding.” Explainer: Who allegedly conspired with Trump to overturn the 2020 election? 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z The fake electors signed a certificate asserting Trump had won the election and declaring themselves the state’s rightful electors, even though Biden had won the state and Democratic electors had already been certified. Trump has now been indicted for a 3rd time. Here’s where all the investigations stand 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z Law professor John Eastman and Kenneth Chesebro, an adviser to Trump’s campaign, wrote legal memos arguing that state legislatures had the authority to choose their own electors, according to the committee’s final report. Explainer-What is the 'fake electors' scheme Trump supporters tried after his 2020 loss? 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z As the Trump electors prepared for a Dec. 14 gathering, when state electors met at respective capitols to certify the electoral results, some had concerns. How the Trump fake electors scheme became a ‘corrupt plan,’ according to the indictment 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z Finally, co-conspirator 6 is described as a “political consultant” who helped to devise and implement the fake elector scheme. The indictment says Trump had six co-conspirators in his efforts to retain power. 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z According to Tuesday’s indictment, the political consultant identified attorneys who could help carry out a scheme to present fake electors to Congress as lawmakers certified the election results. Explainer: Who allegedly conspired with Trump to overturn the 2020 election? 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z A state party-created website likens news coverage of the bogus Trump electors to stories about Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster. Atlanta Sheriff Rules Out Special Treatment if Trump Is Indicted There 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z On July 18, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced criminal charges against 16 people for submitting a phony slate of electors to try to help Trump overturn his 2020 election loss to Biden. Explainer-What is the 'fake electors' scheme Trump supporters tried after his 2020 loss? 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z The fake electors in Pennsylvania told Giuliani and other Trump advisers on a conference call that they had reservations about signing a certificate that would present them as legitimate electors for the state. How the Trump fake electors scheme became a ‘corrupt plan,’ according to the indictment 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z The plan to steal the election also required recruiting fake electors and phony experts on voter fraud. Former Trump prosecutor on his latest indictment: "Trump has no way to escape at this point" 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z In Michigan last month, 16 Republicans who acted as fake electors to help Trump overturn the results of the 2020, were charged with felonies. Mar-a-Lago property manager is the latest in line of Trump staffers ensnared in legal turmoil 2023-07-31T04:00:00Z Any harm alleged by Trump and by Cathy Latham, a Republican fake elector from Georgia who had joined his motion, is “either insufficient or else speculative and unrealized,” the judge wrote. Trump attempt to derail Georgia election investigation rejected by judge 2023-07-31T04:00:00Z Any harm alleged by Trump and by Cathy Latham, a Republican fake elector from Georgia who had joined his motion, is “either insufficient or else speculative and unrealized,” the judge wrote. Judge rejects Trump’s attempt to derail Georgia election investigation 2023-07-31T04:00:00Z Chesebro wrote in a Dec. 13 email that the strategy “was not to use the fraudulent electors only in the circumstance that the Defendant’s litigation was successful in one of the targeted states.” How the Trump fake electors scheme became a ‘corrupt plan,’ according to the indictment 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z Just over a month after the election, on Dec. 14, 2020, a group 16 Georgia Democratic electors met in the Senate chamber at the state Capitol to cast the state’s Electoral College votes for him. Trump could be indicted soon in Georgia. Here’s a look at that investigation 2023-07-30T04:00:00Z The federal probe is also examining a plot to submit phony slates of electors to block U.S. lawmakers from certifying Biden's win. Donald Trump legal issues: What charges, lawsuits and investigations does he face? 2023-06-27T04:00:00Z Smith has subpoenaed testimony from multiple election officials Trump pressured, as well as fake electors who were involved in his scheme. "These people are admitting they lied to you": New documents undermine Trump's January 6 defense 2023-07-28T04:00:00Z A grand jury was sworn in on July 11 to hear evidence against Trump and his allies that may have also included other communications with state officials and the selection of fake electors. Barriers put up around Georgia courthouse as possible Trump indictments loom 2023-07-27T04:00:00Z On the eve of the state certifications, those close to the Trump campaign, including a senior adviser, raised concerns in a group chat about the fake electors plan, prosecutors say. How the Trump fake electors scheme became a ‘corrupt plan,’ according to the indictment 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z Georgia was one of seven battleground states that Trump lost where Republican fake electors signed and submitted similar certificates. Trump could be indicted soon in Georgia. Here’s a look at that investigation 2023-07-30T04:00:00Z The first one is a scheme to defraud the United States through all of those wild plots, including the fake electors. Norman Eisen: Why Trump must face trial before the 2024 election 2023-07-27T04:00:00Z At least two more fake electors have been subpoenaed in special counsel Jack Smith's investigation into former President Donald Trump's attempts to challenge and overturn the 2020 election results, NBC News reported. Jan. 6 investigator: New Jack Smith evidence signals that "Trump was acting in bad faith" 2023-07-26T04:00:00Z He may also face indictment in Georgia for his "fake elector" scheme and related efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Don't count Trump out: He could still win in 2024 — or destroy the GOP 2023-07-26T04:00:00Z The two men, according to prosecutors, “falsely represented” to McDaniel that the electors would only be used if Trump’s lawsuits against the election succeeded. How the Trump fake electors scheme became a ‘corrupt plan,’ according to the indictment 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z At least eight of the fake electors have since reached immunity deals with Willis’ team. Trump could be indicted soon in Georgia. Here’s a look at that investigation 2023-07-30T04:00:00Z I think that state-level "fake elector" charges that tap into the people who powered the conspiracy are likely as important as the prosecutions of Trump himself. Trump's downfall is coming: Now the Democrats must use his crimes to finish him 2023-07-25T04:00:00Z The electors are scheduled to appear in early August before the grand jury in Washington, marking their first testimony, a source told the outlet. Jan. 6 investigator: New Jack Smith evidence signals that "Trump was acting in bad faith" 2023-07-26T04:00:00Z Though Lauro has claimed that Trump did nothing illegal, Eisen listed off several potential offenses he may be charged with, particularly in connection with the fake elector scheme. "The evidence is so overwhelming": Legal expert warns Trump that his defense "is not going to work" 2023-07-24T04:00:00Z New Mexico, which was not among the key states in the election, was nonetheless tossed into the mix the night before the Dec. 14 gather of electors. How the Trump fake electors scheme became a ‘corrupt plan,’ according to the indictment 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z Case in point: the bizarre “fake elector” scheme, in which GOP activists in eight states represented themselves as legitimate electors even though Biden had won the most votes. Column: Jack Smith narrows possible charges against Trump to the essentials. That's a good thing 2023-07-23T04:00:00Z Over in Michigan, Attorney General Dana Nessel announced felony charges against 16 Michigan residents for their role in the alleged false electors scheme. Trump's downfall is coming: Now the Democrats must use his crimes to finish him 2023-07-25T04:00:00Z These individuals were part of groups of fake electors operating in seven battleground states. Jan. 6 investigator: New Jack Smith evidence signals that "Trump was acting in bad faith" 2023-07-26T04:00:00Z Among other things, prosecutors have examined the recruitment of a slate of alternate presidential electors, even after Georgia’s results were recertified by the state’s Republican leadership. For Trump and Allies, Outcome of Georgia Election Inquiry Nears 2023-07-21T04:00:00Z On Dec. 14, 2020, as Democratic electors for Biden in key swing states met at their seat of state government to cast their votes, Republicans electors for Trump gathered as well. How the Trump fake electors scheme became a ‘corrupt plan,’ according to the indictment 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z The activists declared they were their states’ true electors in official-looking statements sent to then-Vice President Mike Pence in his role as presiding officer of the Senate. Column: Jack Smith narrows possible charges against Trump to the essentials. That's a good thing 2023-07-23T04:00:00Z At the time of the phone call to Georgia’s Secretary of State or the fake elector scheme, votes had been fairly counted. Special counsel digs up obscure laws to build cases against Trump 2023-07-21T04:00:00Z Numerous witnesses have already testified before the Washington-based grand jury as part of the investigation, including two electors from Nevada who appeared before the same grand jury last month. Jan. 6 investigator: New Jack Smith evidence signals that "Trump was acting in bad faith" 2023-07-26T04:00:00Z The two defeats also showed electors voting tactically, backing the party most likely to defeat the Conservative candidate. Sunak’s Conservatives suffer 2 big defeats but avoid a wipeout in trio of U.K. special elections 2023-07-21T04:00:00Z One of Trump’s lawyers even suggested that Pence could simply toss out electors and declare Trump the winner. How the Trump fake electors scheme became a ‘corrupt plan,’ according to the indictment 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z Moreover, the chairwoman of the Republican National Committee, Ronna McDaniel, told the House Jan. 6 investigators that Trump had personally asked her to recruit “alternative electors” — evidence that the president was directly involved. Column: Jack Smith narrows possible charges against Trump to the essentials. That's a good thing 2023-07-23T04:00:00Z The letter, provided by the secretary of state’s office, says that while Grot is “innocent until proven guilty,” his alleged role in the fake elector scheme “undermines voter confidence in the integrity of elections.” Michigan clerk stripped of election duties after being charged for acting as fake elector in 2020 2023-07-20T04:00:00Z In 2016, Mr. Trump received the lowest popular vote and the lowest share of votes in Washington since it was granted electors in 1961. Experts warn Trump can’t get a fair shake from a D.C. jury 2023-07-20T04:00:00Z The preparation and submission of these fake slates of electors was a key step in the plan to overturn the election. Opinion: Trump could soon be indicted for Jan. 6. There's more than enough evidence to convict him 2023-07-19T04:00:00Z Prosecutors have reportedly questioned Trump's lawyers, who were responsible for devising the unsuccessful plan involving alternate electors in battleground states won by President Joe Biden to reverse his victory in the state's 2020 election. Expert: Trump Jan. 6 indictment could "accelerate" Judge Aileen Cannon's timeline in documents case 2023-07-19T04:00:00Z Smith has also questioned witnesses about schemes by Trump associates to enlist electors in battleground states to sign certificates claiming that Trump - instead of Biden - had won their states. Jan. 6 charges against Trump would add to his mounting legal peril as he campaigns for 2024 2023-07-19T04:00:00Z They signed their names to a certificate stating they were the qualified electors for Trump and transmitted the false documents to Congress and the National Archives, according to an affidavit released by Nessel’s office Tuesday. Michigan clerk stripped of election duties after being charged for acting as fake elector in 2020 2023-07-20T04:00:00Z Smith has also questioned witnesses about schemes by Trump associates to enlist electors in battleground states to sign certificates claiming that Trump — instead of Biden — had won their states. Jan. 6 charges against Trump would add to his mounting legal peril as he campaigns for 2024 2023-07-19T04:00:00Z The fake electors plot was also clearly illegal and is relatively straightforward to prove. Opinion: Trump could soon be indicted for Jan. 6. There's more than enough evidence to convict him 2023-07-19T04:00:00Z "Remember, in states, these are the ones whose electors, based on the popular state votes, will then elect a President of the United States," Coates said. "These are very serious charges": Experts say Michigan fake Trump electors face "open and shut" case 2023-07-19T04:00:00Z The F.B.I.’s Washington field office opened an investigation in April 2022 into electors who pledged fealty to Mr. Trump in states he had lost. Trump Says He’s Target in Special Counsel’s Investigation Into Jan. 6 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z Also Tuesday, Michigan’s attorney general filed felony charges against 16 Republicans who acted as fake electors for Mr. Trump in 2020 by submitting false certifications to overturn Mr. Biden’s election victory. Trump defiant as special counsel moves toward indictment for Capitol riot 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z The fake electors’ certificates were mailed to the National Archives and Congress, where some Republicans used them to try to justify delaying or blocking certification of the election. Jan. 6 charges against Trump would add to his mounting legal peril as he campaigns for 2024 2023-07-19T04:00:00Z We have already seen how seriously it’s being taken in other jurisdictions: On Tuesday, Michigan’s attorney general charged 16 “false electors” with submitting forged certificates for Trump. Opinion: Trump could soon be indicted for Jan. 6. There's more than enough evidence to convict him 2023-07-19T04:00:00Z Instead, each state appoints electors who select a president under a process specified by the U.S. Explainer: What is the 'fake electors' scheme Trump supporters tried after his 2020 loss? 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z Mr. Trump and his allies peddled spurious claims of voter fraud, pressured officials in states he narrowly lost and recruited false slates of electors in those states. Target Letter to Trump Raises Possibility of Obstruction and Fraud Charges 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z The 16 Republicans in the state were accused of submitting a phony slate of electors in hopes of flipping the winner of Michigan in the presidential election from Democrat Joe Biden to Trump. Michigan files charges over scheme to boost Trump in 2020 US election 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z The committee claimed Mr Trump and his backers' planned to submit a slate of false electors in key swing states who would have handed him the presidency in defiance of election results. What criminal charges might Trump face if indicted in January 6 investigation? 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z Michigan's attorney general has announced charges against 16 people for their role in an alleged false electors scheme after the 2020 election. Michigan attorney general files charges in fake elector scheme 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z The District of Columbia also gets three electors. Explainer: What is the 'fake electors' scheme Trump supporters tried after his 2020 loss? 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z Smith's team has questioned multiple witnesses about efforts related to creating fake slates of pro-Trump electors in key swing states that were actually won by Biden, sources told ABC. Ex-prosecutor lists likely Jan. 6 charges against Trump — and allies who could be charged as well 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z "That the effort failed and democracy prevailed does not erase the crimes of those who enacted the false electors plot," Nessel said. Michigan files charges over scheme to boost Trump in 2020 US election 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z Willis sent letters last summer warning certain people — including the state’s fake electors and former New York mayor and Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani — that they could face charges in the case. A grand jury sworn in Tuesday could decide whether Trump is charged over Georgia’s 2020 election 2023-07-10T04:00:00Z US presidents are technically elected by slates of electors in each state. Michigan attorney general files charges in fake elector scheme 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z Each presidential candidate has their own group of electors in each state, known as a "slate." Explainer: What is the 'fake electors' scheme Trump supporters tried after his 2020 loss? 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z Bowers is talking here, of course, about the Arizona portion of the fake elector conspiracy that is known to be the main focus of Smith's investigation and possible prosecution of Defendant Trump. Backfired: For decades, Trump prided himself on never committing anything to paper, email, or texts 2023-07-08T04:00:00Z "It is not alternate electors. It is fraudulent electors," former U.S. “A straightforward crime”: Experts expect charges after "extraordinarily significant" J6 testimony 2023-07-06T04:00:00Z Some of the fake electors have since reached immunity deals with Willis’ team. A grand jury sworn in Tuesday could decide whether Trump is charged over Georgia’s 2020 election 2023-07-10T04:00:00Z Prosecutors also reportedly questioned Giuliani about John Eastman, the attorney responsible for devising the unsuccessful plan involving alternate electors that was undermined when Vice President Mike Pence certified the Electoral College results on January 6. Leaked details of Rudy Giuliani interview suggest Jack Smith targeting Trump lawyers: report 2023-07-03T04:00:00Z The electors cast their ballots on behalf of their candidate and send the results to Congress, which counts them up and certifies a winner. Explainer: What is the 'fake electors' scheme Trump supporters tried after his 2020 loss? 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z Special Counsel Smith has focused on people known to have spoken with Defendant Trump about the fake elector scheme, as well as about other conspiracies to overturn the election. Backfired: For decades, Trump prided himself on never committing anything to paper, email, or texts 2023-07-08T04:00:00Z Smith's team pressed Giuliani about the fake elector scheme and the role played by Trump legal adviser John Eastman in the plot. “This won’t go well for Trump”: Experts say Giuliani “trying to avoid indictment” by cutting a deal 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z Gore, where he noted that that clause suggested limits on whether the Florida Supreme Court could decide who would win the state’s presidential electors. Supreme Court rejects novel legislative theory but leaves a door open for 2024 election challenges 2023-06-27T04:00:00Z Trump's allies have defended their actions arguing that there was nothing criminal about preparing alternate electors in case they were needed, the Post reported. “Not a legal defense”: Trump Jan. 6 lawyers “appear to have criminal exposure” as Smith hauls in Rud 2023-06-28T04:00:00Z Law professor John Eastman and Kenneth Chesebro, an adviser to Trump's campaign, wrote legal memos arguing that state legislatures had the authority to choose their own electors, according to the committee's final report. Explainer: What is the 'fake electors' scheme Trump supporters tried after his 2020 loss? 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z Mr. Roman was also instrumental in helping put together the so-called fake elector plan. Giuliani Sat for Voluntary Interview in Jan. 6 Investigation 2023-06-28T04:00:00Z Giuliani's interview came as prosecutors "appear to be nearing charging decisions" in the fake elector scheme, a source told CNN, as prosecutors have pressed attorneys to "quickly bring in other witnesses for interviews." “This won’t go well for Trump”: Experts say Giuliani “trying to avoid indictment” by cutting a deal 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z Smith is looking into Trump's efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election that he lost, including a plot to submit phony slates of electors to block Congress from certifying Democrat Joe Biden's victory. Ex-Trump lawyer Giuliani interviewed in US special counsel's election probe -CNN 2023-06-28T04:00:00Z "Assuming the agreement to overturn the election was unlawful, then preparing fake electors in case they were needed is not a legal defense and satisfies the overt act requirement," Rahmani said. “Not a legal defense”: Trump Jan. 6 lawyers “appear to have criminal exposure” as Smith hauls in Rud 2023-06-28T04:00:00Z Nevertheless, Trump and his allies assembled their own slates of electors in seven states that he lost. Explainer: What is the 'fake electors' scheme Trump supporters tried after his 2020 loss? 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z The push to assemble slates of pro-Trump electors from swing states won by Mr. Biden is one of a number of components of Mr. Smith’s investigation. Giuliani Sat for Voluntary Interview in Jan. 6 Investigation 2023-06-28T04:00:00Z Trump's inner circle has alleged that preparing alternate electors does not qualify as criminal conduct, according to the Post. Legal scholar: Report suggests DOJ about to indict Trump’s “whole criminal gang” for conspiracy 2023-06-27T04:00:00Z It says “each state shall appoint” the electors who choose the president “in such manner as the Legislature may direct.” Supreme Court rejects GOP redistricting claim in North Carolina elections case 2023-06-27T04:00:00Z In the aftermath of the election, Eastman made the case that contested states, where Biden had been declared the winner, had the power to decertify electors and pick pro-Trump alternates. Pence lawyer says Eastman's push to reject electors left him 'offended for my profession' 2023-06-25T04:00:00Z Those electors met on Dec. 14, 2020, to cast their votes for Trump - the same day when legitimate electors cast their ballots for Biden. Explainer: What is the 'fake electors' scheme Trump supporters tried after his 2020 loss? 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z His name has appeared on several subpoenas sent to former aides to Mr. Trump and to a host of Republican state officials involved in the plan to create fake slates of electors. Giuliani Sat for Voluntary Interview in Jan. 6 Investigation 2023-06-28T04:00:00Z The Washington Post reported that the probe is moving forward on "multiple tracks," focusing on ads and fundraising pitches that proclaimed election fraud as well as plans for "fake electors." Legal scholar: Report suggests DOJ about to indict Trump’s “whole criminal gang” for conspiracy 2023-06-27T04:00:00Z All the states have adopted laws that say their electors will be chosen based on the outcome of the popular vote in the state. Supreme Court rejects GOP redistricting claim in North Carolina elections case 2023-06-27T04:00:00Z Even some of those connected to efforts to keep Mr. Trump in office appeared to acknowledge the electors plan was legally dubious. Former Trump Campaign Official in Talks to Cooperate in Jan. 6 Inquiry 2023-06-23T04:00:00Z Pence refused to go along with the scheme, saying he did not have the authority to reject electors. Explainer: What is the 'fake electors' scheme Trump supporters tried after his 2020 loss? 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z Pushing forward in the ongoing 2020 election probe, special counsel Jack Smith is offering partial immunity in exchange for testimony from fraudulent GOP electors willing to step forward and speak their truth. Special counsel Jack Smith swaps partial immunity for election fraud testimony 2023-06-23T04:00:00Z Assertions by Eastman at different times that the vice president should — and had the authority to — reject electors or delay the proceedings did not square with the Constitution or federal law, Jacob testified. Attorneys spar in case of ex-Trump adviser who devised strategy to keep former president in power 2023-06-21T04:00:00Z When reporting on clergy or faith groups conjured up during Trump's trance, they must be on the lookout for fake electors, if you will. Who was the mystery "MAGA rabbi" who prayed with Trump? We found him 2023-06-22T04:00:00Z In a follow-up email, Mr. Wilenchik wrote that calling them “alternate” electors was probably better than “fake” electors, adding a smiley face emoji. Former Trump Campaign Official in Talks to Cooperate in Jan. 6 Inquiry 2023-06-23T04:00:00Z By sending fake electors from key states where Trump had lost they hoped to have those invalid votes included in the certification process. Crucial evidence against Trump likely lost due to pace of DOJ’s Jan 6 inquiry 2023-06-21T04:00:00Z Despite President Biden’s election victory, according to the Bar, Eastman urged state officials not to certify election results and pressured Vice President Mike Pence to reject electors in states Biden had won. State Bar argues that former Trump advisor John Eastman should lose his law license 2023-06-20T04:00:00Z To Pence, “It did not make any constitutional sense … that the framers of our Constitution would vest authority to reject electors in one individual,” he added. Attorneys spar in case of ex-Trump adviser who devised strategy to keep former president in power 2023-06-21T04:00:00Z The federal probe is also examining a plot to submit phony slates of electors to block U.S. lawmakers from certifying Biden’s victory. Factbox-The main legal troubles facing Donald Trump 2023-06-13T04:00:00Z In a separate avenue of inquiry, the Justice Department seized the cellphones of a handful of lawyers connected to the fake elector scheme in June 2022. Former Trump Campaign Official in Talks to Cooperate in Jan. 6 Inquiry 2023-06-23T04:00:00Z Even then, it took until April 2022 for the DOJ and the FBI to decide to investigate the fake electors scheme. Crucial evidence against Trump likely lost due to pace of DOJ’s Jan 6 inquiry 2023-06-21T04:00:00Z He said Eastman tried to drum up slates of alternate electors “to stop the orderly transition of power” and pressured Pence to ignore the law and “override every branch of government.” State Bar argues that former Trump advisor John Eastman should lose his law license 2023-06-20T04:00:00Z The ballot language also misdescribes the percentage of electors required in each county to qualify a citizen-led issue for the ballot. Supreme Court: Ohio ballot board must fix language describing August supermajority question 2023-06-13T04:00:00Z Spindell, who served as a fake elector for Trump in 2020, came under fire earlier this year for bragging about decreased turnout among Black and Hispanic voters in the Democratic stronghold of Milwaukee. Wisconsin’s top elections official for 2024 uncertain as incumbent’s term nears end 2023-06-12T04:00:00Z Mr. Roman, the emails show, coordinated with several other lawyers and aides to Mr. Trump in seeking to assemble support to create the false slates of electors in states like Georgia, Arizona, Michigan and Nevada. Former Trump Campaign Official in Talks to Cooperate in Jan. 6 Inquiry 2023-06-23T04:00:00Z “I’m not a fake elector. I’m a real elector. A Trump elector,” she said to the audience, also adding: “Global warming was a hoax, and so was the 2020 election.” Georgia GOP elects election deniers to key posts 2023-06-11T04:00:00Z Eastman’s remarks to Pence about his power to refuse to certify the electors “was just advocacy,” Miller said, but the ultimate decision lay with Pence, and Pence rejected Eastman’s theory. State Bar argues that former Trump advisor John Eastman should lose his law license 2023-06-20T04:00:00Z Prosecutors advised Giuliani and Georgia Republicans who served as fake electors that they were at risk of being indicted. Here are the other investigations Trump has to worry about 2023-06-08T04:00:00Z They are known as cardinal electors and Francis has appointed 81 of them. Pope Francis: His pontificate in numbers 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z Ms. Willis is looking into a number of other post-election moves by the Trump team, including a plan to create a slate of fake electors pledged to Mr. Trump despite President Biden’s victory in Georgia. Atlanta Prosecutors Contact Firms That Consulted With Trump Campaign 2023-06-02T04:00:00Z Two other sham electors are also no longer part of GOP leadership: Shafer didn’t stand for another term, although the party lists him as “chairman emeritus” and he’s a close ally of McKoon. Georgia GOP elects election deniers to key posts 2023-06-11T04:00:00Z Spokeswoman Elizabeth Ray said the governor’s office declined to take a specific stance on that legislation, which includes a higher-level felony for the fake electors than the bill signed Tuesday. Nevada becomes latest to enhance penalties for election worker intimidation after statewide exodus 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z A court filing in early May indicated that Willis had reached immunity deals with at least eight fake electors, suggesting they may be cooperating with authorities. Here are the other investigations Trump has to worry about 2023-06-08T04:00:00Z "After the election, Meadows served as a point person for various schemes, including the fake electors plan." Meadows may be quietly cooperating with DOJ — experts say that could mean it's "game over" for Trump 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z More than half of the electors have taken immunity deals. Atlanta Prosecutors Contact Firms That Consulted With Trump Campaign 2023-06-02T04:00:00Z According to House of Commons Library, electors can sign it in person at a signing station or by post or proxy. What happens next in the Margaret Ferrier case? 2023-05-23T04:00:00Z The Habsburgs were also favored for leadership by the electors because their kingdoms bordered the growing Ottoman Turkish empire, and thus they played a vital role in holding the Turks in check. Western Civilization: A Concise History 2020-01-01T00:00:00Z The emperor was chosen by a handful of these rulers known as electors. World History: to 1500 2023-04-19T00:00:00Z Gov. Burt Jones of Georgia, a Republican who was one of 16 Trump supporters who filed bogus papers claiming to be the state’s presidential electors. Georgia Prosecutor Rebuts Trump’s Effort to Scuttle Elections Case 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z By the time the slate of fake electors convened in Atlanta on Dec. 14, 2020, Mr. Trump had already lost three different counts of the vote and the state’s Republican leadership had certified the outcome. Atlanta Prosecutors Contact Firms That Consulted With Trump Campaign 2023-06-02T04:00:00Z It has become clear during the investigation that Willis is interested in the actions of the fake electors, and at least eight of them have secured immunity deals in the case. Georgia prosecutor fights Trump’s bid to remove her from election probe 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z The lawsuit seeks $2.4 million from the fake electors and their attorneys, alleging they were part of a conspiracy by Trump and his allies to overturn his loss in the 2020 presidential race. Wisconsin judge allows for lawsuit against fake Trump electors to proceed 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z In 1314, for example, one group of electors chose the ruler of Austria to be emperor, but another group gave the title to the ruler of Bavaria. World History: to 1500 2023-04-19T00:00:00Z He is believed to have received support from electors wanting change after two decades under Erdogan but unconvinced by the Kilicdaroglu-led six party alliance’s ability to govern. As Erdogan’s votes dip, Turkey appears headed to a runoff presidential race 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z This includes either living or working in the area in the 12 months prior to being nominated, or being registered as a local government elector for the area. Lib Dem who won two seats 150 miles apart suspended 2023-05-12T04:00:00Z Louis Palmieri, 77, of Melbourne, was charged Tuesday with false affirmation in connection with an election and voting by an unqualified elector, both third-degree felonies, according to Brevard County jail records. Officials: Florida sex offender charged with illegal voting 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z It also seeks to disqualify the Republicans from ever serving as electors again. Wisconsin judge allows for lawsuit against fake Trump electors to proceed 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z It declared that seven princes known as electors would select the Holy Roman emperor. World History: to 1500 2023-04-19T00:00:00Z A total of 16 electors cast votes for Mr. Trump in Georgia. Atlanta Prosecutors Drop Effort to Remove Defense Lawyer in Trump Inquiry 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z Prosecutors have granted immunity to at least eight fake electors who may have offered to cast electoral college votes for Trump even though Biden won Georgia, according to a court filing last week. Factbox: An overview of Donald Trump’s legal troubles 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z "I believe that any fair-minded person, with possession of all the facts, would conclude that Mr. Shafer and the other presidential elector nominees acted lawfully and appropriately," the document states. Georgia GOP chairman tries to evade indictment by throwing Trump's team under the bus 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z Fake electors met in Wisconsin and other battleground states where Trump was defeated in 2020, attempting to cast ballots for the former president even though he lost. Wisconsin judge allows for lawsuit against fake Trump electors to proceed 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z Fake electors met in Wisconsin and other battleground states that Trump lost in 2020, attempting to cast ballots for the former president even though he lost. Wisconsin judge revives complaint over 2020 fake electors 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z Prosecutors had previously identified all of the electors as targets who could face criminal charges. Atlanta Prosecutors Drop Effort to Remove Defense Lawyer in Trump Inquiry 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z But this time, Dane County Circuit Judge Frank Remington said, the commission must consider the complaint without the participation of one of its six commissioners who was also one of the fake electors. Judge: Wisconsin fake electors complaint must be reheard 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z A court filing last week indicated that at least eight of the "fake" electors in Georgia have been granted immunity in Willis's probe, after agreeing to interviews with prosecutors. Georgia GOP chairman tries to evade indictment by throwing Trump's team under the bus 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z Nine of the 10 fake electors in Wisconsin, and one of Trump’s attorneys, argued that the lawsuit against them was wrongly filed in Dane County Circuit Court. Wisconsin judge allows for lawsuit against fake Trump electors to proceed 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z A Republican commissioner who considered the original complaint must not take part in the reconsideration because he was one of the 10 fake electors, Dane County Circuit Judge Frank Remington ruled. Wisconsin judge revives complaint over 2020 fake electors 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z Pro-Trump electors have said that they were within their rights to cast electoral votes for Mr. Trump, arguing that they were seeking to preserve his options in case a lawsuit challenging the election results succeeded. Atlanta Prosecutors Drop Effort to Remove Defense Lawyer in Trump Inquiry 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z Madison-based liberal law firm Law Forward filed a complaint with the Wisconsin Elections Commission in 2021 alleging that Republicans illegally posed as Wisconsin electors in an attempt to convince the U.S. Judge: Wisconsin fake electors complaint must be reheard 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z A recent filing from Cathy Latham, a fake elector for Mr. Trump who was the Republican Party leader in rural Coffee County, Ga., revealed that she now has her own representation. Most Fake Trump Electors Have Taken Immunity Deals in Georgia Case 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z The lawsuit was filed a year ago this month by two Democratic electors and a voter. Wisconsin judge allows for lawsuit against fake Trump electors to proceed 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z Madison-based liberal law firm Law Forward filed a complaint with the commission in 2021 alleging that Republicans illegally posed as Wisconsin electors in an attempt to convince the U.S. Wisconsin judge revives complaint over 2020 fake electors 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z In her motion last month, Willis said that in interviews with her team in April some of Debrow’s clients said another of the fake electors she represents “committed acts that are violations of Georgia law.” At least 8 fake electors have immunity in Ga. election probe 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z The complaint asked the elections commission to investigate the fake electors’ actions and declare that they broke the law. Judge: Wisconsin fake electors complaint must be reheard 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Her office alleged in a filing last month that some of the Trump electors have accused another of illegal conduct. Most Fake Trump Electors Have Taken Immunity Deals in Georgia Case 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z “We are pleased this matter will be resolved in the Dane County Courthouse, just one block from where the fake electors scheme was carried out.” Wisconsin judge allows for lawsuit against fake Trump electors to proceed 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z “A key participant in the fake electors scheme manipulated his position of power to serve as judge and jury of his own behavior,” Thompson said. Wisconsin judge revives complaint over 2020 fake electors 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z Debrow’s representation of 10 of the fake electors represents a clear conflict and had become an “impracticable and ethical mess,” Willis wrote. At least 8 fake electors have immunity in Ga. election probe 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z The case heard Monday is one of two pending lawsuits Law Forward has brought related to the fake electors. Judge: Wisconsin fake electors complaint must be reheard 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z She added that the court “need not take defense counsel’s word for the fact that none of the electors incriminated themselves or each other — these interviews were recorded.” Most Fake Trump Electors Have Taken Immunity Deals in Georgia Case 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z Attorneys for the fake electors did not immediately respond to an emailed request for comment. Wisconsin judge allows for lawsuit against fake Trump electors to proceed 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z In Georgia on Friday, the attorney for eight Republican fake electors who signed a certificate falsely saying Trump had won the state said they had agreed to immunity deals in Georgia’s investigation into Trump’s actions. Proud Boys 1/6 verdict boosts Justice Dept. in Trump probe 2023-05-06T04:00:00Z Additionally, Debrow wrote, “none of the interviewed electors said anything in any of their interviews that was incriminating to themselves or anyone else, and certainly not to any other elector represented by defense counsel.” At least 8 fake electors have immunity in Ga. election probe 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z Debrow said in a court filing on Friday that prosecutors "made actual, written offers of immunity to these eight electors in April 2023 but not to the remaining two." Georgia fake elector defendants accept immunity in Trump probe 2023-05-06T04:00:00Z Her case is focused in part on a plan to create the slate of electors pledged to Mr. Trump in the weeks after the 2020 election despite Mr. Biden’s victory in Georgia. Most Fake Trump Electors Have Taken Immunity Deals in Georgia Case 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z Remington last week also revived a complaint brought by Law Forward against the fake electors filed with the Wisconsin Elections Commission. Wisconsin judge allows for lawsuit against fake Trump electors to proceed 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z Washington and the others arrested were charged with providing false information on their voter registration forms and voting as an unqualified elector. The first arrests from DeSantis’s election police take extensive toll 2023-04-30T04:00:00Z She admitted that before Jan. 6, she posted messages on Facebook about traveling to the event, saying that “if the electors don’t elect we will be forced into civil war.” Iowa woman sentenced for Capitol insurrection participation 2023-05-01T04:00:00Z Also in the filing, Debrow said, "All eight of the electors who were offered immunity accepted." Georgia fake elector defendants accept immunity in Trump probe 2023-05-06T04:00:00Z Lawyers for the electors have argued they were simply trying to keep Mr. Trump’s legal options open, though when they met on Dec. 14, 2020, three vote counts had all affirmed Mr. Biden’s win there. Most Fake Trump Electors Have Taken Immunity Deals in Georgia Case 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z That complaint sought sanctions against the fake electors. Wisconsin judge allows for lawsuit against fake Trump electors to proceed 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z Other measures, including a trio of gun control bills and a measure to criminalize fake electors, have advanced through one chamber. Nevada governor’s support for ambitious bills is uncertain 2023-04-29T04:00:00Z The probe has since expanded to other attempts by Trump's allies to overturn his loss, including the fake elector plot. “Red-alert”: Legal experts say Georgia DA letter signals she’s likely getting ready to indict Trump 2023-04-25T04:00:00Z Ms. Latham was also one of the 16 pro-Trump fake electors whom Georgia Republicans had assembled in an effort to reverse the election results there. Testimony Suggests Trump Was at Meeting About Accessing Voting Software 2023-04-21T04:00:00Z Willis’s office has also warned some state officials — including David Shafer, the head of the Georgia Republican Party — and pro-Trump “alternate electors” that they could be indicted. Most Fake Trump Electors Have Taken Immunity Deals in Georgia Case 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z That commissioner, Robert Spindell, also served as a fake elector and is one of the defendants in the lawsuit seeking damages. Wisconsin judge allows for lawsuit against fake Trump electors to proceed 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z Epshteyn was one of several advisers involved with the Trump team’s effort to submit invalid slates of electors to thwart or block congressional certification of President Biden’s electoral college victory. Top Trump lawyer may take limited role in Jan. 6 and documents cases 2023-04-19T04:00:00Z At least one of the electors not represented by Ms. Debrow or Ms. Pierson has an immunity deal in place and has cooperated with the prosecution, people with knowledge of the case have said. Atlanta Prosecutor Seeks Removal of Lawyer in Trump Case 2023-04-18T04:00:00Z "And if both sets of electors are set up, that would be the moment when the vice president—who's the president of the Senate—would have to decide which slate of electors to go with." "I can't tell you": MSNBC airs secret Rudy Giuliani tape that could be “devastating” for Fox News 2023-04-13T04:00:00Z In April, Ms. Willis sought to have Kimberly B. Debrow, then a lawyer for 10 of the 16 Trump electors, thrown off the proceedings. Most Fake Trump Electors Have Taken Immunity Deals in Georgia Case 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z Willis and her team are said to be closely examining not only Trump’s phone calls but what knowledge he had and role he played in efforts including those false electors. Trump’s legal drama could soon continue in Georgia 2023-04-05T04:00:00Z Ahead of the vote, Protasiewicz called Kelly “a true threat to our democracy” because of his advising on the fake elector scheme. Liberal take majority control of Wisconsin court ahead of abortion ruling 2023-04-04T04:00:00Z Ms. Willis’s new motion comes as other electors are seeking immunity deals, with indictment decisions looming. Atlanta Prosecutor Seeks Removal of Lawyer in Trump Case 2023-04-18T04:00:00Z The charges could include attempted election fraud and racketeering related to Trump’s involvement in a plan to recruit fake presidential electors. Donald Trump Prepares to Surrender 2023-04-04T04:00:00Z |
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