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Fake Electors' Case Returns: Intent to Defraud Questioned

2/4/2026

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The Nevada criminal case against six "fake electors" returned to Clark County after the Nevada Supreme Court ruled it proper.
The electors had attempted to award Nevada's 2020 electoral votes to U.S. President Donald Trump.
During the hearing, Judge Mary Kay Holthus questioned whether prosecutors can prove intent to defraud.
The electors' lawyers argued the documents were genuine but contained false information.
The next hearing is set for April 10.

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Story summary

The Nevada criminal case against six "fake electors" returned to Clark County after the Nevada Supreme Court ruled it proper.
The electors had attempted to award Nevada's 2020 electoral votes to U.S. President Donald Trump.
During the hearing, Judge Mary Kay Holthus questioned whether prosecutors can prove intent to defraud.
The electors' lawyers argued the documents were genuine but contained false information.
The next hearing is set for April 10.