Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., expressed concerns on Sunday about the upcoming election potentially not being peaceful, despite being free and fair. He stated that if Donald Trump were to lose again, he would likely contest the results, as he believes he may face legal consequences if he is not successful at the ballot box. Schiff’s comments echoed President Joe Biden’s remarks from last week, where he also questioned the potential for violence following the election.
Schiff referenced the January 6th Capitol riot as evidence of the violence that can stem from baseless claims of election fraud, pointing to Trump’s rhetoric as a contributing factor. He emphasized the need to ensure a significant margin of victory for Democrats to mitigate the risk of post-election violence. Schiff stated that he believes Vice President Kamala Harris will win the election but emphasized the importance of turning out voters and running up the margin to prevent challenges to the results.
Schiff’s concerns highlight the lingering impact of Trump’s false narratives about the 2020 election and the potential for unrest following the upcoming election. He stressed the need to prioritize voter turnout and ensure a clear victory to safeguard against challenges and violence after the results are announced.
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