Rep. Himes Warns Trump Will Claim Election Is Corrupt
Rep. Jim Himes warns President Trump will claim the upcoming election is corrupt, despite evidence to the contrary.
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Rep. Jim Himes (D-CT) has warned that President Donald Trump will continue to claim the upcoming election is corrupt, despite evidence to the contrary. During an interview on MS NOW’s “Deadline” on Thursday, Himes expressed concerns about Trump’s repeated allegations of voter fraud and foreign interference.
Trump’s Claims Are Baseless, Says Himes
In the interview, Himes stated that the U.S. elections are secure, safe, and fair, a position he said Trump has consistently denied. Himes emphasized that Trump has made such claims both when elections did not go his way and even when they did. He also noted that Trump has falsely accused illegal aliens of voting in elections and claimed that foreign powers are interfering in the electoral process.
State Authority Over Elections
Himes also highlighted that the federal government has no jurisdiction over elections, a point he said is clear from the Constitution. He explained that the states oversee elections, with Congress providing oversight. Himes stressed that the Constitution is a clear reference for anyone seeking to understand the legal framework of U.S. elections.
Anticipating Election Claims
When asked about Trump’s potential claims regarding the upcoming election, Himes warned that the former president would likely assert that the election is corrupt in some way. Himes emphasized that these claims are not supported by facts and are part of a pattern of behavior that has persisted throughout Trump’s political career.
Need for Public Awareness
Himes called for the public to remain informed and aware of the legal and factual basis of U.S. elections. He urged people to recognize that the election process is designed to be fair and transparent, and that Trump’s allegations are not grounded in reality. Himes’ comments reflect a broader concern among Democrats about the potential for misinformation and the need to protect the integrity of the electoral system.
Source: Breitbart
