The NPR Politics Podcast Trump Suggests Unprecedented Election Delay. Congress Isn't Interested.
Jul 30, 2020
The president's recent tweet about potentially delaying Election Day sparks a legal debate. Congress swiftly rebuffs the idea, citing a law from 1845. With the economy in turmoil, political tensions rise over mail-in voting fraud claims. The integrity of U.S. elections, historically postponed only during crises, comes under scrutiny. Meanwhile, Duval County in Florida emerges as a key player, with demographic shifts and younger voters influencing the election landscape. The conservative tilt in nearby St. John's County also highlights changing community attitudes towards law enforcement and safety.
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Trump's Election Delay Proposal
- President Trump suggested delaying the 2020 election due to concerns about mail-in voting fraud.
- This power rests solely with Congress, and they swiftly rejected the idea.
Duval County, Florida: A Swing County?
- Asma Khalid reports from Duval County, Florida, a potential swing county in the upcoming election.
- It has been trending Democratic due to younger voters and an influx of people from other states.
A Voter's Changed Perspective
- Monique Sampson, a young activist in Jacksonville, wasn't initially enthusiastic about Biden.
- The pandemic and its handling changed her perspective, leading her to support Biden.