The Republican National Committee’s Election Integrity Campaign: A Pattern of Deception and Fraud Claims

The Republican National Committee has launched an election integrity campaign that follows a familiar pattern, with former President Donald Trump leading the charge. Trump, who continues to claim that the 2020 election was stolen, is now calling for more than 100,000 volunteers and attorneys to help run the program.

The GOP convention in Milwaukee is closing in on preparations, with Anne Hathaway, the chairwoman of the organizing committee, providing updates on the status of the event. Trump’s campaign of disinformation and baseless claims of voter fraud is reminiscent of his tactics before the 2016 and 2020 elections.

In the months leading up to the 2016 election, Trump made false claims about voter fraud in Pennsylvania, specifically targeting Philadelphia. Despite these claims being debunked, Trump and the RNC continued to push the narrative of voter fraud, even filing legal challenges in an attempt to upend election laws.

Similarly, in the 2020 election, Trump continued to spread lies about mail-in voting and voter fraud, particularly focusing on Pennsylvania. His legal challenges after the election were dismissed, with his lead lawyer, Rudy Giuliani, facing potential disbarment for his actions.

The RNC’s election integrity program is not just about disinformation, but also about fundraising. The Democratic National Committee has criticized the RNC’s efforts as a cover for Trump’s defeat in 2020, while the RNC insists they will beat the Democrats at their own game in 2024.

Despite the lack of evidence to support Trump’s claims of voter fraud, his base continues to believe in the narrative. The RNC’s legal team is gearing up for the upcoming election, vowing to ensure that election officials follow the rules in administering elections.

As the election season heats up, the battle over election integrity and disinformation is set to play a significant role in shaping the political landscape. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.