Now before everyone gets their panties in a bunch over Republicans trying to challenge Biden's electoral votes take a look at this. This is what happened when then vice president Biden presided over the event in 2017 that certified Trump's win.
You know what they say... "what goes around comes around". It appears we are doomed to be on an ever repeating journey when it comes to history.
Neither party can claim high ground when it comes to playing hard core political games. The question remains will Pence be able to control things the same way Biden did?
Probably not. Difference appears to be this time Senator Hawley says he will provide a signature. Thus it will likely end up in debate. What a sloppy way to pick presidents.
What Happens If Congress Fails To Certify Electoral Votes?
According to constitutiocenter.org, "The joint session recesses and the two houses separate and debate the question in their respective chambers for a maximum of two hours,” the CRS said. “The two houses then vote separately to accept or reject the objection. They then reassemble in joint session, and announce the results of their respective votes. An objection to a state’s electoral vote must be approved by both houses in order for any contested votes to be excluded.”
There are other legal opinions which imply the vice president presiding over the certification has a wide leeway of what can be done. Others disagree. However given the scenario above it's likely since Democrats control the house the objection would not prevail. This since it's been stated, "An objection to a state’s electoral vote must be approved by both houses in order for any contested votes to be excluded.
But never say never. In crazy times like these one never knows for sure do one? If the decision ends up with the SCOTUS it wouldn't be the first time (Gore vs Bush).
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What Happens If Congress Fails To Certify Electoral Votes?
According to constitutiocenter.org, "The joint session recesses and the two houses separate and debate the question in their respective chambers for a maximum of two hours,” the CRS said. “The two houses then vote separately to accept or reject the objection. They then reassemble in joint session, and announce the results of their respective votes. An objection to a state’s electoral vote must be approved by both houses in order for any contested votes to be excluded.”
There are other legal opinions which imply the vice president presiding over the certification has a wide leeway of what can be done. Others disagree. However given the scenario above it's likely since Democrats control the house the objection would not prevail. This since it's been stated, "An objection to a state’s electoral vote must be approved by both houses in order for any contested votes to be excluded.
But never say never. In crazy times like these one never knows for sure do one? If the decision ends up with the SCOTUS it wouldn't be the first time (Gore vs Bush).
Check back often. Better yet subscribe. You never know what you'll find next on this blog. Entertainment, science, technology, humor, everything in between and more.
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