Michigan Judge Upholds Charges Against Accused in Fake Elector Scheme

A judge in Michigan has ruled that charges will not be dropped against defendants accused of participating in a fake elector scheme, despite claims that they were "brainwashed" into believing former President Donald Trump won the 2020 election. The defendants, part of a group of 16 Michigan Republicans, face multiple criminal charges, including forgery, for signing a document falsely stating they were the state's "duly elected and qualified electors." The judge dismissed motions to dismiss the charges, stating that the state attorney general's comments were "speculation" and not enough evidence. Evidentiary hearings are set to begin on October 12 to further discuss the matter.