Justices Fear 'Chaos' If Electoral College Delegates Have Free Rein
Under state laws, Electoral College delegates are pledged to cast their ballots for the candidate who carries the popular vote in their state. But in 2016, seven cast votes for other candidates.
by Krishnadev Calamur
May 13, 2020
1 minute
The Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday in cases that challenge attempts by states to penalize Electoral College delegates who fail to vote for the presidential candidate they were pledged to support.
Under state laws, Electoral College
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