Fake Electors Scheme to Overturn 2020 Election Results
Two attorneys for former President Donald Trump orchestrated a plan for fake electors to file paperwork falsely claiming the Republican won Wisconsin in an attempt to overturn Joe Biden's 2020 victory. Lawsuit settlement reveals details of the scheme and communication with Trump campaign officials.
Key Points
- Two attorneys orchestrated a plan for fake electors to falsely claim Trump won Wisconsin.
- Scheme replicated in six other states with coordination from Trump campaign officials.
- Settlement reached in civil lawsuit against attorneys and fake electors.
Pros
- Settlement provides transparency on the scheme and communication involved.
- Efforts to overturn election results were exposed and settled in a civil lawsuit.
Cons
- Serious breach of democratic processes and norms.
- No admission of wrongdoing or liability in settlement agreements.