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2020 Fake Elector Scheme Investigations Grind On in Michigan, Nevada and Georgia, and Arizona

April 24, 2024April 24, 2024

The first Trump criminal trial is underway, but the 2020 fake electors still face months of investigation before any alleged conspirators are brought to trial. Michigan, Georgia, and Nevada are the furthest along, having charged 25 participants. Charges for Arizona’s fake electors are reportedly imminent.

U.S. Supreme Court Unanimously Reverses Colorado Court’s Removal of Donald Trump from the State’s Ballot

March 4, 2024March 4, 2024

In a unanimous decision March 4th, the U.S. Supreme Court reversed the decision of the Colorado Supreme Court to remove Donald Trump from the Colorado State ballot, ending state efforts to enforce the 14th Amendment’s Section 3.

Updates on Trump’s Immunity Challenge, AI Robocalls, and Election Denier-Fueled Hand Counting of Ballots

February 13, 2024February 13, 2024

We’re updating recent stories today, including Donald Trump’s request for a stay from the U.S. Supreme Court on his immunity case, action by the FCC on use of AI in robocalls, and more misguided attempts at large-scale hand counting of ballots.

Scholars Question SCOTUS Lean Toward Not Allowing States to Ban Federal Candidates, as It Tries to Navigate a 14th Amendment Minefield

February 11, 2024February 11, 2024

After oral arguments were heard February 8th in Donald Trump’s 14th Amendment eligibility case, some legal scholars voiced concerns that the pending decision could have dangerous consequences.

U.S. Supreme Court Live Stream of Oral Arguments in Donald Trump’s Eligibility for Office Under the 14th Amendment, Section 3

February 8, 2024February 8, 2024

We urge our listeners to tune into the oral arguments in the U.S. Supreme Court today, as former President Donald Trump challenges the ruling by the Colorado Supreme Court that he is ineligible for office. This is a historic moment in U.S. governing and democracy, and citizens who support the republic and the rule of law should be attentive.