Attorneys General Call for Peaceful Election Response

A bipartisan coalition of 51 attorneys general from U.S. states, territories, and the District of Columbia has issued a statement calling for a peaceful response to the 2024 election results, emphasizing the importance of a peaceful transfer of power as a testament to the rule of law and national stability. This plea comes amid concerns about potential post-election violence, with polls indicating that a significant portion of Americans are worried about unrest. The coalition, led by Oregon's AG Ellen Rosenblum and Ohio's Dave Yost, underscores the necessity of voting, civil discourse, and respecting the democratic process, condemning any acts of violence related to election outcomes. Notably, the attorneys general from Texas, Montana, and Indiana did not sign the statement. This initiative follows the legacy of the January 6 Capitol riots, where violence erupted during the certification of the 2020 election results.