Voter Fraud Claims: An Analysis of Claims and Evidence
Recently, a surge in interest has been observed around the topic of voter fraud, particularly in the context of the 2020 US Presidential Election. This article delves into the various claims of voter fraud and evaluates the available evidence to provide a comprehensive perspective on the matter.
Political Affiliations and Voter Fraud
In a recent investigation, evidence was found pertaining to alleged voter fraud. However, it is important to note that this evidence has not been acknowledged by individuals aligned with the conservative political stance. A detailed examination of the data reveals that out of 165 defendants identified, 38.2% were Democrats, 42.4% were Republicans, while the remainder were independent or nonpartisan individuals.
Mail-in Ballot Fraud Claims
According to a survey conducted by the Rasmussen Reports, approximately one-fifth of mail-in voters admitted to committing voter fraud during the 2020 US Presidential Election. The survey considered various scenarios of mail-in voter fraud and concluded that if this level of fraud were to be accounted for, then President Joe Biden would not have won the Electoral College.
It is worth noting that even if the level of mail-in voter fraud detected in the Heartland/Rasmussen survey were grossly exaggerated, the results still suggest that President Trump would have secured a victory in the Electoral College. This conclusion is based on the assumption that the margin of the detected fraud is significantly overestimated.
Election Lawsuits and Allegations of Widespread Voter Fraud
Following the 2020 election, numerous lawsuits were filed by both Trump and his representatives, with a focus on potential issues related to voter fraud. Most of these lawsuits were filed in six states: Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.
Notably, a majority of the 50 lawsuits were either dismissed or resulted in decisions unfavorable to Trump. Only four cases, involving the legal team of Sidney Powell, alleged widespread voter fraud. However, none of these cases provided tangible evidence to substantiate the claims of widespread voter fraud.
Specific Cases of Pseudo-Legal Challenges
1. Az. Bowyer v. Ducey (Decided: March 1, 2021): Filed on December 1, 2020, this case did not provide substantial evidence of voter fraud. 2. GA Pearson v. Kemp (Decided: January 19, 2021): Filed on November 24, 2020, this lawsuit was also devoid of substantial evidence. 3. Mi. King v. Whitmer (Decided: February 22, 2021): Filed on November 25, 2020, this case failed to provide substantiated proof. 4. WI Feehan v. Wisconsin Elections Commission (Decided: March 1, 2021): Filed on November 30, 2020, this lawsuit also lacked supporting evidence.
Dive deeper into these cases, and you will find that the lawsuits did not adhere to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, specifically Rule 9b and Rule 12e, which require allegations to be sufficiently specific and detailed to allow for proper legal preparation and defense. These rule infractions further undermine the credibility of the claims of widespread voter fraud.
Conclusion
While voter fraud is a serious issue, it is essential to approach the claims with a critical eye and evaluate the evidence objectively. The available data suggests that while individual instances of fraud may occur, the claims of widespread voter fraud are not substantiated by the evidence presented. Further, the majority of post-election legal challenges have been unsuccessful, with little to no evidence to support the allegations of fraud.
Key Takeaways
One-fifth of mail-in voters admitted to committing voter fraud during the 2020 US Presidential Election. Claims of widespread voter fraud lack substantial evidence and adherence to legal standards. Most post-election lawsuits challenging the 2020 election results were dismissed or ruled against Trump.Stay informed and critically assess claims of voter fraud to ensure a fair and transparent electoral process.