The Fake Elector Scheme Unfolded

After the 2020 presidential election, a group of Republican electors in Arizona, led by Dr. Kelly Ward, staged a gathering to falsely present themselves as the official electors for Donald Trump, despite Joe Biden winning the state. They signed documents casting votes for Trump, which were considered fraudulent since they were not the certified electors. This rogue assembly mimicked procedures from historical events, specifically referencing a similar situation in 1960 where Democratic electors in Hawaii contested results, but in that case, the recount confirmed Kennedy's victory. While the Arizona group attempted to claim legitimacy, the actual certified ballots were being signed by Democratic electors simultaneously, illustrating the stark division and chaotic tactics employed by Trump supporters during this period.