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In fact, under US law, Pence does not have that right, his role is quite formal, writes CNN. Even some of Trump’s comrades have pointed out that such a move would be unconstitutional.
The vice president has the power to reject fraudulently elected voters.
– Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 5, 2021
On January 6, the United States Congress must approve the results of the United States presidential elections. Mr. Pence, as head of the Senate, will announce the results of the Voter College vote in the House of Representatives and the Senate.
In recent days, Trump has increased the pressure on Pence.
“I hope Mike Pence helps us … He’s a great guy,” Trump said during a rally in Georgia on Monday.
Earlier, Trump supporters tried to extend Pence’s powers through the courts and allow him to reject voters’ votes, but the federal judge dismissed the lawsuit.
On December 14, the Electoral College confirmed the electoral victory of Joe Biden, who received 306 votes of the 270 required. D. Trump has 232 votes.
D. Trump has yet to acknowledge defeat and calls the election rigged.
President-elect Biden will assume the presidency on January 20.
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