Judge Orders AG Mayes to Reassess Trump Electors Case

By Staff Reporter |

The Maricopa County Superior Court has ordered Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes to completely restart her case against the 2020 Trump electors. This ruling, issued on Monday in the case of Arizona v. Bowyer, follows Judge Sam Myers’ decision that Mayes inadequately instructed the grand jury regarding the relevant provisions of the Electoral Count Act of 1887 (ECA).

Judge Myers found that Mayes did not fulfill her duty to provide the grand jury with the actual text of the ECA, relying instead on select documents and external sources for context. “Due process compels the prosecutor to make a fair and impartial presentation to the grand jury,” stated Myers, underscoring that a failure to present all applicable laws denied the defendants a significant procedural right.

Mayes had previously indicted 11 electors associated with Trump’s failed 2020 campaign, including notable figures such as Tyler Bowyer and Nancy Cottle. Felony charges against these individuals include conspiracy, fraud, and forgery. The electors contend that the ECA allows for the existence of competing electors in closely contested elections.

Senator Jake Hoffman, one of the indicted electors, condemned the charges as politically motivated, calling the case “a witch hunt.” He expressed confidence in his eventual vindication, criticizing Mayes’ credibility. “The truth is on my side; justice will prevail,” he declared.

In response to the ruling, Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, labeled the decision a “major embarrassment” for Mayes, suggesting that the case was unfounded from the beginning. Kirk emphasized the need to dismiss similar charges against Trump supporters nationwide.

Mayes’ office plans to appeal the ruling, with spokesperson Richie Taylor stating, “We vehemently disagree with the court and will file a special action to appeal.” The outcome of this legal battle remains uncertain.