The Dispatch Podcast Why is Trump Relitigating the 2020 Election?
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Feb 17, 2026 
Stephen Richer, former Maricopa County recorder and CEO of Republic Affairs, explains election administration and audits. John McCormack, reporter and analyst, and Mike Warren, roundtable commentator, examine how errors became conspiracy fodder. They discuss the Fulton County records seizure, why Trump is relitigating 2020 now, and the wider consequences for future elections.
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Why Fulton County Is A Focus
- Fulton County became a target because it's large, Democratic-leaning, and has long been controversial in Georgia elections.
- MAGA influencers amplified a missing paperwork issue into claims of 315,000 invalid ballots despite audits and officials disproving it.
Affidavit Rehashes Old Claims
- The FBI affidavit relied heavily on previously debunked claims and amateur fraud hunters' allegations.
- The affidavit omitted contrary findings from state investigations, raising questions about probable cause.
Disclose Counterevidence In Warrants
- Prosecutors must disclose countervailing facts when seeking warrants under Franks obligations.
- Including prior investigations and credibility issues helps magistrates fairly assess probable cause.
