Republican Lawmakers Label Biden's Withdrawal as a Coup

The chapter explores the narrative pushed by far-right and mainstream Republican lawmakers framing Biden's withdrawal from the 2024 election as a coup. It discusses the buildup of this idea, the immediate online reactions from GOP lawmakers, and the challenges faced by Democratic candidates in countering these narratives. The chapter also delves into the influence of influential figures like Elon Musk in spreading conspiracies and the Trump campaign's strategy shift to target Kamala Harris after Biden's exit.