Election

"Couple Convicted in Colorado Hate-Crime Hoax Linked to Mayoral Election Sparks Community Outrage"

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DENVER — A federal jury in Denver has found Derrick Bernard Jr. and Ashley Blackcloud guilty of conspiracy and intimidation related to a hate-crime hoax that surfaced during the recent mayoral runoff in Colorado Springs. The jury deliberated for about four hours before reaching the verdict. Bernard, aged 35, and Blackcloud, 40, were convicted on one count each of conspiracy and of maliciously conveying false information to intimidate others. They now face potential sentences of up to 15 years in prison and fines totaling $500,000. Bernard’s sentencing is scheduled for September 11, while Blackcloud will … Read more

Columbiana County Election Recount Underway as Menning’s Lead Narrows to Just 33 Votes

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LISBON, Ohio — The tight race for the Columbiana County Municipal Court judgeship has led to a recount due to a razor-thin margin of victory. Danielle Menning’s lead over incumbent Judge Kelly Linger reached 33 votes, prompting the county Board of Elections to initiate an automatic recount of the votes from the May 6 primary election. The Board of Elections confirmed the results of the election on Thursday, stating that the recount would commence at 9 a.m. Tuesday at their office on Dickey Drive. The automatic recount was triggered because the difference in votes between … Read more

Judge Orders Arizona’s Fake Elector Case Back to Grand Jury, Throwing a Curveball in Election Conspiracy Prosecutions

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PHOENIX, Ariz. — Legal proceedings in Arizona regarding alleged attempts by Republicans to overturn the 2020 election were thrown into uncertainty after a judge ordered the case be reconsidered by a grand jury. Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Sam Myers ruled that the grand jury must evaluate the evidence again to determine if there is probable cause regarding the accused’s involvement in criminal activities. The ruling, which was reported by various sources, comes at a pivotal moment for the so-called “fake elector” case. The grand jury initially heard arguments concerning the Electoral Count Act, a … Read more

New Jersey Launches Election Integrity Task Force Amid Controversy and Concerns Over Voter Rights

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The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Newark, New Jersey, unveiled a new Election Integrity Task Force on Wednesday, designed to enhance the enforcement of federal election laws and back President Trump’s executive order issued on March 25, which focuses on election security. This initiative aims to strengthen the integrity of elections across the state. At the helm of the task force is Acting U.S. Attorney Alina Habba. The task force will consolidate efforts between various federal agencies, including the FBI and the Department of Homeland Security, in a collaborative approach to electoral oversight. Among its goals … Read more