PHOENIX – Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes announced indictments on 11 Arizona Republicans who attempted to manipulate the 2020 election results behind a fake elector scheme. Former Trump chief of staff Mark Meadows and lawyer Rudy Giuliani are among those indicted. Charges range from fraud and forgery to conspiracy.

Who Else Was Indicted in the Arizona Fake Elector Scheme?

Five others were indicted, but their names were blacked out of records released by Mayes. Her office said the names will be released after they’re served with the charges. On Aug. 16, Mayes confirmed that an investigation into the fake electors scandal in Arizona had begun.

Response from Valley Politicians

Arizona state senator Jake Hoffman issued a response to his indictment, stating his innocence and denouncing the timing of the indictment as political persecution. The Arizona Republican Party also issued a response.

What Else Should We Know About the 2020 Election in Arizona?

Biden won Arizona by more than 10,000 votes. Of the eight lawsuits that unsuccessfully challenged Biden’s victory in Arizona, one was filed by the 11 Republicans who later signed the certificate declaring Trump as the winner in the state. Indictments against fake electors have also been made in Nevada, Michigan, and Georgia.

Conclusion: Election Interference Charges Continue

In Arizona, Mayes’ office continues to pursue cases related to election interference. Beyond the fake elector scheme, other election-related charges have been pressed, including against officials who delayed canvassing the 2022 general election results. The legal proceedings reflect ongoing efforts to address allegations of election manipulation and uphold the integrity of the democratic process.

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