Arizona AG Vows to Pursue Trump Allies' Case

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has affirmed her commitment to proceed with the criminal case against several allies of President-elect Donald Trump regarding their alleged involvement in a 'fake electors' scheme to overturn the 2020 election results in the state. The case, which is set to go to trial in January 2026, includes high-profile defendants such as Rudy Giuliani and Mark Meadows, all of whom have pleaded not guilty to multiple charges. Mayes emphasized that the grand jury's decision to indict these individuals reflects the need for accountability for their actions, stating, 'We won’t be cowed, we won’t be intimidated.' This case comes amid other ongoing legal challenges faced by Trump and his allies across the country, some of which are being wound down by federal authorities. Despite Trump's recent electoral victory, Mayes has reiterated her determination to pursue the charges, highlighting the importance of upholding democratic principles. The defendants are accused of attempting to submit a false slate of electors to the Electoral College despite Biden's legitimate win in Arizona.