Category: Stolen Election

When Trump wins he wins, but when he loses he says the election was “stolen”, which is a lie.

Trump Posts Discredited Conspiracy Theories After FBI Seizes Georgia Ballots

Following the FBI’s seizure of 2020 election ballots from Fulton County, Georgia on Wednesday, President Trump posted multiple discredited conspiracy theories on his social media platform. Trump reposted a false claim that Italian military satellites were used to hack voting machines to flip votes from him to Joe Biden, adding that “China reportedly coordinated the whole operation” and “The CIA oversaw it, the FBI covered it up, all to install Biden as a puppet.” Trump declared “This is only the beginning” and “Prosecutions are coming,” directly linking these baseless allegations to the FBI’s ballot seizure.

Trump also reposted fabricated claims about the 2016 election, falsely asserting that “Barack Hussein Obama” falsified intelligence and “conspired with foreign powers…to overthrow the United States government in 2016″—a claim that ignores Obama was president at the time. The Italian satellite conspiracy theory originated in 2021 when then-White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows directed the Department of Justice and Department of Defense to investigate it after a woman using aliases including “The Heiress” passed material to a national security council official in a supermarket parking lot. Trump and his supporters have promoted numerous unsubstantiated election fraud narratives, including claims by lawyer Sydney Powell in 2020 that voting machines were rigged using software “created at the direction of Hugo Chavez”—despite Chavez’s death three years prior.

The FBI seizure of Georgia ballots follows coordinated pressure from Trump-aligned state and federal officials, including the Georgia State Election Board’s October 2024 vote to subpoena 2020 materials and Attorney General Pam Bondi’s letters citing unsubstantiated “anomalies.” Law professor Rick Hasen characterized the action as “a way to use the might of the federal government to further Trump’s voter fraud narratives,” while Derek Clinger of the University of Wisconsin Law School called it “a dramatic escalation in the Trump administration’s efforts to expand federal control” over state-run election infrastructure. Georgia has audited and certified its 2020 results, and numerous lawsuits challenging the election were rejected by courts, including by Trump-appointed judges.

Powell pleaded guilty in 2023 to Georgia state charges of conspiracy to intentionally interfere with election duties, agreeing to six years of probation and a $6,000 fine. Her recent appearance with DOJ official Ed Martin in a Thursday morning social media post signals her involvement in Trump administration efforts to weaponize federal authority against prior election officials and investigators, directly advancing Trump’s targeting of prosecutors like Fani Willis who brought charges related to his 2020 election interference.

Trump has sustained his unfounded fraud claims for years, pressuring Georgia officials to “find” votes and filing over 60 lawsuits nationwide to overturn the election—all dismissed. At the World Economic Forum, Trump called the 2020 election “rigged” and stated that “people will soon be prosecuted for what they did,” establishing intent to weaponize federal authority against political opponents and consolidating control over election administration through federal seizure of state ballots and records.

(Source: https://abcnews.go.com/US/trump-posts-discredited-conspiracy-theories-seizure-2020-ballots/story?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=dhfacebook&utm_content=null&id=129669660&fbclid=IwdGRleAPopztleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeY_w9PY-MbyAmV3us0qu7s5-OToJw_BXHhObnQUZVfBKgQk9IoJXwyFwJflE_aem_igv5OTXwm69wWCxgxAZ4VA)

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On Wednesday, FBI agents executed a warrant at the Fulton County, Georgia election center to seize ballots, tabulator tapes, digital data, and voter rolls from the 2020 presidential election. The warrant alleged these materials constituted evidence of criminal offenses related to fraudulent ballot procurement, casting, or tabulation. Legal experts, including UCLA law professor Rick Hasen, characterized the action as unprecedented and dangerous, noting that the Georgia 2020 election has been extensively counted, recounted, and investigated with no fraud detected.

Trump has spent years making baseless claims that the 2020 election was stolen, specifically targeting Georgia after losing to Joe Biden. He pressured Georgia's secretary of state to "find" enough votes to overturn the result and filed over 60 lawsuits nationwide to overturn the election—all dismissed, including by Trump-appointed judges. In a recent speech at the World Economic Forum, Trump called the 2020 election "rigged" and stated that "people will soon be prosecuted for what they did," establishing clear intent to weaponize federal authority against his political opponents.

The seizure follows a coordinated pressure campaign by state and federal officials aligned with Trump. The Georgia State Election Board—now controlled by Trump-endorsed MAGA members—voted in October 2024 to subpoena 2020 materials. Attorney General Pam Bondi then sent letters to Fulton County demanding records and citing unsubstantiated "anomalies" in vote counting. When Fulton County Clerk Ché Alexander refused, the Department of Justice sued her, ultimately obtaining the warrant executed Wednesday.

Fulton County Commission Chair Robb Pitts stated that ballots had been "safe" under county custody and that the seizure undermined the county's ability to certify election security going forward. Commissioner Mo Ivory, present during the multi-hour removal of boxes by FBI agents in tactical gear, directly attributed the action to Trump's obsession with his 2020 loss and described it as designed to sow doubt about Fulton County's election administration. Fulton County prosecutors have separately pursued racketeering charges related to Trump's election interference efforts.

Derek Clinger, senior counsel at the State Democracy Research Initiative at the University of Wisconsin Law School, called the action "a dramatic escalation in the Trump administration's efforts to expand federal control over our country's historically state-run election infrastructure" and warned it signals federal interference in midterm elections. Hasen stated the warrant "looks like a way to use the might of the federal government to further Trump's voter fraud narratives." County officials announced they would challenge the administration's actions in court.

Given Trump's sustained promotion of election fraud conspiracies and documented pressure on state officials like Rusty Bowers and Brad Raffensperger to overturn legitimate results, federal seizure of election materials fits the classic backsliding playbook: delegitimize the prior election, use state security apparatus to create investigative cover, control the evidence chain, and intimidate officials into compliance. International election observers would recognize this as the security state weaponized to preserve power, not protect it—a fundamental breach of the independence and chain-of-custody safeguards that distinguish democracies from regime-style systems.

(Source: https://www.propublica.org/article/fbi-fulton-county-voting-records-search-warrant)

Trump Says Elections Unnecessary After Accomplishments

President Donald Trump stated in a Reuters interview published Thursday that “we shouldn’t even have an election,” expressing frustration over the possibility that Republicans could lose control of the House or Senate in the 2026 midterm elections. Trump acknowledged that a president’s party typically experiences midterm losses following a presidential victory, framing this as a “deep psychological thing,” but argued his administration had accomplished enough that elections should not occur.

Trump dismissed a Reuters/Ipsos poll showing only 4% of Americans support his plan to absorb Greenland as “fake,” insisting he follows his own instincts rather than public opinion on major policy decisions. He stated, “A lot of times, you can’t convince a voter. You have to just do what’s right,” claiming that controversial actions he has taken, including a criminal probe into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, ultimately proved correct when results materialized.

During the same interview, Trump addressed Iran, where authorities have killed thousands of demonstrators. He previously pledged “help” to anti-government protesters but became noncommittal when discussing future administration plans, telling Reuters: “We have to play it day by day.” Trump’s equivocation drew backlash from members of his own party after he suggested the killing was “stopping.”

The president’s assertion that elections should not occur reflects a pattern of rejecting democratic constraints, consistent with administration positions claiming presidential authority above legal and constitutional limits. His dismissal of public opinion on major foreign policy decisions and rejection of electoral processes demonstrates a disregard for democratic principles and popular consent governing authority.

(Source: https://www.mediaite.com/media/news/trump-tells-reuters-we-shouldnt-even-have-an-election-ahead-of-midterms/)

Trump Regrets Not Ordering Guard Seize Voting Machines

President Donald Trump told the New York Times he regretted not ordering the National Guard to seize voting machines after the 2020 presidential election to overturn the result, which he continues to claim without evidence was rigged. Trump stated directly, “Well, I should have,” when asked about the proposal during a recent interview with the Times. During his first term, Trump pressed then-Attorney General Bill Barr and personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani about the legality of seizing machines, but Barr rejected involvement and Giuliani was rebuffed by the Department of Homeland Security.

When questioned whether using the military to impound voting machines would have been viable, Trump expressed doubt about the National Guard’s capability, saying, “I don’t know that they are sophisticated enough.” He added that while “they’re good warriors,” he was uncertain whether they possessed the sophistication to counter what he described as Democratic cheating methods. These comments reveal Trump’s intent to deploy federal military forces against civilian election infrastructure based on unsubstantiated fraud allegations.

Trump’s admission that he considered but abandoned plans to seize voting machines demonstrates a documented pattern of weaponizing federal power for political objectives. The statement confirms he actively sought methods to overturn an election he lost and viewed the failure to execute such a seizure as a strategic error rather than an unconstitutional act he should have rejected outright. His regret signals willingness to pursue similar extra-legal measures in future elections.

Trump’s remarks triggered immediate political concern over whether his administration will attempt to disrupt the 2026 midterm elections, particularly given ongoing unprecedented mid-decade gerrymandering efforts already underway. The explicit acknowledgment that he contemplated military seizure of voting machines contradicts any pretense that election interference concerns are speculative or exaggerated. His public regret normalizes the concept of using federal forces to nullify democratic processes when outcomes displease him.

(Source: https://www.mediaite.com/politics/i-should-have-trump-says-he-regrets-not-seizing-voting-machines-in-2020-to-overturn-election/)

Trump Tells Jared Polis and Colorado ‘RINO’ to ‘Rot in Hell’

President Trump attacked Colorado Governor Jared Polis and a Republican district attorney in a December 31st Truth Social post, calling Polis a “scumbag” and the DA “disgusting” while telling both to “rot in Hell.” Trump’s outburst targeted officials responsible for prosecuting former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters, who is serving nine years in prison for seven state-level charges related to 2020 election interference, including providing MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell’s associate unauthorized access to county election software.

Trump falsely claimed earlier in December that he had pardoned Peters, stating she was being “relentlessly” targeted for “demanding honest elections.” However, Trump lacks authority to pardon individuals convicted of state-level crimes; Peters’ conviction and imprisonment remain valid regardless of any presidential pardon claim. Trump characterized her prosecution as evidence that Democrats prosecute election-security advocates while ignoring their own alleged mail-in ballot fraud, assertions contradicted by documented fact patterns showing no evidence of widespread voter fraud in Colorado or nationally.

Trump previously weaponized disaster aid to Colorado, denying federal assistance following wildfires and flooding while Governor Polis governed the state. This pattern of targeting Colorado’s Democratic leadership demonstrates Trump’s use of presidential authority to punish political opponents, further illustrating the authoritarian consolidation of power through weaponized governance.

Trump’s attack on a fellow Republican official as a “RINO” (Republican In Name Only) reflects his ongoing purge of party members who do not demonstrate absolute loyalty to him personally. His refusal to accept Peters’ lawful conviction—despite her documented actions undermining election integrity through unauthorized system access—prioritizes Trump’s electoral narrative over institutional accountability and rule of law.

The Truth Social post exemplifies Trump’s pattern of attacking state officials and judicial processes when outcomes conflict with his interests, framing legitimate prosecutions as political persecution while simultaneously attempting to overturn state convictions through false pardon claims that carry no legal weight.

(Source: https://www.mediaite.com/media/news/trump-tells-scumbag-governor-and-disgusting-rino-to-rot-in-hell/)

‘We have to do something about it!’: Trump unleashes bizarre underwear rant at rally

President Donald Trump delivered a rally speech in Rocky Mount, North Carolina on Friday, during which he continued promoting the false claim that the 2020 election was “rigged” and attacked the 2022 FBI search of his Mar-a-Lago resort. Trump spent an extended portion of his remarks describing in detail how FBI agents allegedly disturbed First Lady Melania Trump’s underwear drawer during the search, claiming her undergarments were “folded perfect, wrapped” and “steamed” before agents left them “a mess” and “all over the place.”

Trump characterized the FBI search as an attack by “thugs” and stated “We have all the evidence now. We have to do something about it! It’s illegal, and it’s disgusting.” He offered no substantiation for claims that agents intentionally disarranged his wife’s belongings or that the search itself was unlawful. The 2022 search was conducted pursuant to a court-authorized warrant related to classified documents removed from the White House.

The speech, which extended nearly 90 minutes, saw rallygoers begin departing after the one-hour mark, with attendees visible on live feeds leaving the stage as Trump continued speaking. Trump asserted without evidence that “If I didn’t get elected, our country would be ruined” and declared the United States is currently “the greatest country in the world” and “the hottest.”

Trump’s focus on the intimate details of his wife’s clothing storage reflects a pattern of digressing into grievances unrelated to policy or governance. His repeated promotion of the debunked stolen election narrative, combined with the fixation on personal complaints about the lawful FBI search, demonstrates a continued absence of substantive messaging.

(Source: https://www.rawstory.com/you-have-not-heard-the-last-of-that-trump-revisits-old-claims-in-rambling-rally-speech/)

Trump Lies on CBS 60 Minutes, Spreading 18 False Claims

In a recent interview on CBS’s “60 Minutes,” President Donald Trump made at least 18 false claims, revealing his ongoing pattern of deception. He reiterated the baseless assertion that the 2020 election was stolen from him, a claim consistently debunked by numerous sources. Trump also falsely claimed grocery prices are declining under his presidency, despite evidence showing they have increased significantly. When confronted by CBS host Norah O’Donnell, he insisted inflation was either non-existent or around 2%, contradicting current figures indicating it is around 3%.

Trump’s fabrications extended to his claims about economic investment, asserting that “$17 trillion” is currently being invested in the U.S. This figure is nearly double the government’s already inflated estimate. He also made outrageous statements regarding the impact of U.S. military actions against drug trafficking boats, claiming they lead to the deaths of 25,000 Americans each, a figure dismissed by experts as nonsensical.

Additionally, Trump falsely stated that he has ended “eight wars,” a gross exaggeration that misrepresents numerous ongoing conflicts. He also inaccurately claimed that former President Joe Biden authorized $350 billion in aid to Ukraine, while the actual figure is significantly lower. These statements are just a few examples of Trump’s tendency to twist facts to fit his narrative, undermining trust and accountability.

Despite being challenged, Trump maintained these false narratives, including exaggerating figures surrounding immigration, repeatedly stating that Biden allowed 25 million migrants into the U.S., a number that is dramatically inflated. Trump’s rhetoric continues to blur the line between fact and fiction, further polarizing political discourse.

Finally, the interview highlighted Trump’s ongoing disputes regarding historical facts, including the Insurrection Act. He incorrectly claimed that it had been invoked 28 times, while historical records confirm it has only been employed a total of 30 times throughout U.S. history. Each of these falsehoods chips away at the foundation of informed political dialogue and raises critical questions about the integrity of those in power.

Trump Delivers Factually Incorrect Speech to US Troops in Japan

President Donald Trump delivered a speech to US Navy personnel aboard the USS George Washington in Yokosuka, Japan, and made several false claims during his address. One of the key assertions was that he won the 2020 presidential election, a claim that has been widely debunked as he lost to Joe Biden. Additionally, Trump inaccurately stated that grocery prices have decreased, while in reality, they have been rising. He also mischaracterized inflation, arguing it has been “defeated” despite evidence pointing to a recent increase in inflation rates.

In his remarks, Trump exaggerated his record on military and war claims, asserting he ended “eight wars” in just a few months and wrongly stated that no US president has ever ended any conflict, despite historical facts to the contrary. He fabricated a figure of “$17 trillion” in investments coming into the US, a blatant distortion of reality, as official reports cite significantly lower amounts that include vague pledges rather than actual funds.

Trump also made outlandish claims regarding alleged drug trafficking, insisting that each boat attacked by the military would “kill 25,000 people,” a figure unsupported by any evidence and which was characterized as absurd by experts. He further overstated the number of migrants entering the country under Biden’s administration, repeating the exaggerated claim of “25 million” while official data showed far fewer encounters with migrants.

Moreover, Trump inaccurately described President Biden’s past claims, confusing different statements Biden made. He again mentioned his intention to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, this time asserting that “we have 92% of the shoreline,” which specialists have confirmed as incorrect. Critically, Trump’s yarns about military prowess and foreign policy also misrepresented the achievements of previous presidents in these areas.

The speech exemplifies a pattern of fabricating narratives that support Trump’s claims of accomplishment while casting his predecessors in a negative light. His habitual dissemination of false information during public appearances raises significant questions regarding factual accuracy in political communication.

Trump Spreads New Election Lies Linking China and License Plates

During a recent routine event, President Donald Trump unleashed a new conspiracy theory concerning his 2020 election loss, bizarrely tying it to “license plates.” This unexpected rant occurred while Trump conducted a photo opportunity to announce the installation of flagpoles at the White House. His statements, filled with unverified accusations, reflect a disturbing trend of spreading falsehoods and conspiracy theories that undermine trust in the democratic process.

In his rant, Trump alleged that a new autopen used by certain political groups allowed for a “subversion” of government, implying that election integrity was compromised due to unproven methods. He hinted at an elaborate scheme involving “tens of thousands of cards” supposedly used to cast illegal votes in the 2020 election, without providing any credible evidence to support these claims. Trump’s baseless assertions showcase not only a disconnection from reality but also a continued effort to delegitimize the electoral process.

Trump’s claims drew on unverified allegations from FBI Director Kash Patel, who mentioned a fictitious plan by China to produce counterfeit driver’s licenses. However, Patel himself stopped short of stating that any such licenses had been produced or misused in voting. This highlights the reckless nature of Trump’s rhetoric, which can easily sway public opinion despite lacking factual accuracy.

The president’s rhetoric aligns with a broader pattern of historical disinformation propagated by his administration and its allies, which is intended to distract from legitimate concerns and grievances within the country. By diverting attention to outlandish conspiracies, Trump aims to bolster his own narrative, further solidifying his grip on a significant portion of the Republican base despite outright lies.

This incident reflects the alarming trend of misinformation that not only poses risks to democratic institutions but also creates division among the populace. As Trump continues to spread fabricated claims about the 2020 election, there is a critical need for the public and the media to verify facts and push back against the normalization of such dangerous rhetoric that threatens the integrity of American democracy.

(h/t: https://www.mediaite.com/media/news/trump-blurts-out-brand-new-bonkers-conspiracy-rant-on-losing-election-based-on-license-plates/)

Trump’s Authoritarian Rhetoric Undermines Justice in DOJ Speech

Donald Trump delivered a provocative speech at the Department of Justice, labeling his courtroom opponents as “scum” and judiciary officials as “corrupt.” This declaration reflects Trump’s disturbing effort to undermine the DOJ’s independence, portraying himself as the nation’s “chief law enforcement officer” in a way reminiscent of authoritarian regimes.

In a lengthy monologue that lasted over an hour, Trump condemned his political defendants and asserted that those responsible for his legal challenges should face imprisonment. His rhetoric betrays a fundamental disregard for democratic principles, as he called for accountability only in terms that serve his agenda while demonizing those who oppose him.

Trump’s speech blatantly politicized the DOJ, a deviation from the tradition maintained by his predecessors who valued its neutrality. He accused former DOJ leadership of orchestrating espionage against his campaign and claimed they perpetrated “one hoax and disinformation campaign after the other,” demonstrating a pattern of projection reflective of his administration’s own misconduct.

Critics, including Rep. Jamie Raskin, condemned Trump’s actions, asserting that his speech marks a significant threat to the morale and integrity of the DOJ. Raskin’s remarks highlight that no president has ever employed such vitriolic language in that sacred space. By claiming the insurrectionists as “political prisoners,” Trump trivializes actual struggles against oppression and highlights his tendency to misuse ideological rhetoric.

Trump also praised Judge Aileen Cannon, whose rulings have favored him, demonstrating his preference for loyalty over justice. The speech ended with ominous promises to “restore the scales of justice,” while implicitly threatening the very foundations of American democracy through partisan prosecutions.

(h/t: https://www.politico.com/news/2025/03/14/trump-doj-speech-prison-opponents-00231438)

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