In a recent interview with Tucker Carlson, Justin Haskins, referred to as an “election expert,” claimed that 20% of Pennsylvania’s mail-in ballots from the 2020 election were fraudulent. Former President Donald Trump amplified this claim, aligning it with his broader assertions of election fraud.
Haskins’ methodology involved polling voters in Pennsylvania, where some reportedly admitted to voter fraud, although the transparency of this poll has been questioned. Importantly, no formal audit of Pennsylvania’s mail-in ballots was ever completed. A planned audit was halted when Pennsylvania decertified the voting machine used for auditing Dominion machines, citing the cost of replacement.
Trump’s Response and Alignment with Haskins
Trump has used Haskins’ claims to bolster his continued assertions that the 2020 election was compromised. He demanded an investigation by the FBI and the U.S. Attorney General, aligning his rhetoric with the claim that mail-in ballots were tainted by fraud. The lack of formal audits in Pennsylvania lends some weight to Trump’s ongoing calls for scrutiny, though these claims remain unsupported by official investigations.
The SAVE Act: Restoring Election Integrity
Amid the ongoing debates about election integrity, the SAVE Act (Securing America’s Federal Elections Act) seeks to rebuild public trust in the election system. This legislation proposes a range of reforms, including tighter controls on mail-in voting, cybersecurity measures, and transparent audits of future elections. By voting YES on the SAVE Act, lawmakers can ensure the election process is fortified, which could help reduce the spread of misinformation and prevent unfounded theories from gaining traction in future elections.
Moving Forward
While claims of widespread fraud in Pennsylvania’s 2020 mail-in ballots remain unproven, the absence of a formal audit has left lingering questions. The SAVE Act could provide the kind of transparent oversight needed to address these concerns and restore public confidence in the electoral process. It’s crucial for policymakers to address these issues head-on, ensuring that future elections are secure and that the American public can have faith in their outcomes.
