With the Electoral College deadline rapidly approaching, President Donald Trump finds himself at a critical juncture in his attempts to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. As the deadline of December 14th looms, Trump’s options are becoming increasingly limited.
One option that Trump and his legal team have been pursuing is challenging the results of the election in key battleground states through the courts. So far, these efforts have largely been unsuccessful, with judges across the country dismissing dozens of lawsuits for lack of evidence. The Supreme Court recently declined to hear a case brought by the state of Texas challenging the election results in four swing states, dealing a significant blow to Trump’s legal strategy.
Another option for Trump is to continue to pressure state legislatures to appoint their own electors, bypassing the popular vote in their states. So far, there is little evidence that state legislators are willing to take such drastic action, as it would likely result in a political firestorm and a constitutional crisis.
Perhaps Trump’s most controversial option is to attempt to sway members of the Electoral College to vote against the results of their states and in favor of Trump. This would be a highly unprecedented and legally questionable move, and could further erode faith in the electoral process.
As the Electoral College deadline draws near, Trump may also choose to focus on his post-presidential plans, including potentially running for office again in 2024 or launching a media venture to continue to shape the political discourse in the country.
Whatever Trump decides to do in the coming days and weeks, it is clear that time is running out for him to overturn the results of the election. As Joe Biden’s victory becomes more and more certain, Trump’s options are dwindling, and the reality of his presidency coming to an end is becoming increasingly apparent.