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What Next | Spoiler Alert: The People Policing Your Vote

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Sheriffs and the Rise of Constitutional Authority

This chapter examines the pivotal role of elected sheriffs in law enforcement and the emergence of the constitutional sheriffs movement aligned with pro-Trump ideologies. It discusses the historical context of this movement, particularly the influence of Richard Mack, and how sheriffs could act as enforcers for election denial efforts in the upcoming 2024 election. The chapter also highlights the lack of bipartisan support for this movement and the increasing organization and funding behind it.

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