Election Lawyer Marc Elias On The Subterfuge He’s Preparing For
Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast
Key Insights
Why did the Trump campaign focus on procedural claims rather than direct allegations of fraud in the 2020 election lawsuits?
They lacked evidence of fraud and focused on procedural claims to create uncertainty.
What are the consequences for lawyers who spread false information about elections?
They face criminal indictments, bar sanctions, and defamation judgments.
Why is Donald Trump likely to be more aggressive in challenging the 2024 election results?
He is desperate to avoid criminal consequences and views winning as his best option.
What is the strategy of mass voter challenges, and how is it being implemented?
It involves removing large numbers of voters from statewide voter files at the last minute, often in violation of federal law.
Why are some states being sued for attempting to remove voters from the rolls at the last minute?
These actions violate federal law and are seen as attempts to disenfranchise voters.
What is the potential impact of lawsuits challenging ballot counting laws that allow mail-in ballots to be postmarked by Election Day?
These lawsuits aim to disenfranchise voters whose ballots arrive after Election Day due to postal delays.
What should people expect from Donald Trump on election night 2024?
He will likely declare victory prematurely and insist he won regardless of the actual results.
Why might some moderate Republicans in competitive House districts declare victory before all votes are counted?
They are all aligned with Trump and may follow his tactic of prematurely declaring victory.
Chapters
- Trump team did not claim direct election fraud but focused on procedural claims.
- They promoted false conspiracies and lies about election officials and voting processes.
- These tactics caused distrust among many Americans in the election system.
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