Who Will Certify the Election if Trump Wins?

Who Will Certify the Election?

It's important to note who will be in charge of certifying the upcoming election. In January 2021, it was Vice-President Mike Pence who had this responsibility. However, for the election in January 2025, Vice-President Kamala Harris will be the one to certify the election. This means that if Donald Trump wins the election, his opponent will be the one to certify his victory. This could potentially lead to widespread chaos if the process doesn't go smoothly.

Increasing Likelihood of a Trump Victory

As each day passes, a victory for Trump seems more and more probable. A recent Gallup survey has shown that the percentage of Americans identifying as Republicans has increased by four points since late September. Meanwhile, another survey shows that national support for Trump has risen significantly since early August.

Enthusiasm for Trump

There is currently a lot of enthusiasm for Trump, which can't be said for Harris. When MSNBC visited an early voting location in Arizona, they couldn't find a single person who voted for Harris. If she loses the election, she will be the one tasked with certifying the election she just lost.

Harris's Promise

According to Politico, Harris has promised that she won't interfere with a peaceful transition of power. However, considering her previous statements about Trump being a "threat to democracy," many people are questioning whether she would really stand aside and hand the presidency to Trump if he wins.

Potential Use of the 14th Amendment

There are already suggestions from the left that the 14th Amendment could be used to block Trump from taking office. Section 3 of the 14th Amendment states that no person who has engaged in insurrection or rebellion against the U.S. Constitution, or given aid or comfort to its enemies, can hold any office under the United States.

Unhelpful Statements from Leaders

Unfortunately, many of our leaders continue to make unhelpful statements. For example, Joe Biden has said that he is looking forward to seeing Donald Trump get sentenced and put away. If Trump loses the election, he could potentially go to prison for the rest of his life. This election is crucial for Trump, as well as for tens of millions of Americans on both sides of the political spectrum.

Concerns of Unprecedented Chaos

Regardless of the election's outcome, there are fears that unprecedented chaos could erupt in our streets. Although it is hoped that cooler heads will prevail, the current political environment does not inspire optimism about what lies ahead.

Bottom Line

This article highlights the potential issues that could arise from the upcoming election, particularly if Trump wins and Harris is tasked with certifying his victory. It raises important questions about the integrity of the election process and the potential for political unrest. What are your thoughts on this matter? Feel free to share this article with your friends and discuss. You can also sign up for the Daily Briefing, which is delivered every day at 6pm.