Today, Explained How Trump could steal the election
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Oct 29, 2024 
Kyle Cheney, a Senior legal affairs reporter for Politico, dives into Donald Trump’s tactics for potentially overturning a loss in the upcoming election. He discusses troubling comments from Trump hinting at undermining electoral integrity and the narrative of voter fraud. Cheney unpacks the role of the Electoral Count Reform Act in safeguarding democracy and highlights the political maneuvers that could disrupt the electoral process. He emphasizes new reforms aimed at enhancing voting integrity and addressing the challenges posed by heightened political tensions.
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Influencing Election Boards
- Trump could attempt to influence county and state election boards to not certify results, especially given the turnover in board members.
- While this may not be ultimately successful, it further fuels his narrative of a stolen election.
December 11th: Safe Harbor Deadline
- December 11th is the "safe harbor" deadline, a crucial date for states to submit certified results.
- After this date, the process shifts from administrative to political, involving state legislatures and Congress.
Fake Electors and State Legislatures
- In 2020, Trump attempted to use fake electors, which ultimately failed.
- This time, he might seek backing from state legislatures, adding legitimacy to the attempt.