Alleged Fake Elector to Testify as State Witness in Shocking Turn of Events

A former attorney for the Trump 2020 campaign has agreed to cooperate in prosecuting alleged fake electors and their allies in Arizona. Jenna Ellis has struck a deal to have conspiracy and eight other felony charges dropped in exchange for her cooperation.

Ellis, in a signed agreement, pledged to provide interviews to investigators from the state Attorney General’s Office. She will also testify in various legal settings, including grand jury proceedings and trials. Additionally, she agreed to hand over any documents related to the investigation.

Known for her role in promoting claims of fraud in the 2020 election, Ellis collaborated with Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani to convince Arizona lawmakers to contest the election results. This effort included a legislative “hearing” at a Phoenix hotel and separate meetings with Republican lawmakers.

The case also involves the indictment of 11 Republicans who falsely claimed Trump had won the popular vote in Arizona. Ellis is accused of encouraging then-Vice President Mike Pence to consider these fake electoral votes during the January 6, 2021, congressional session.

Ellis also authored legal memos that prosecutors claim outlined strategies for state lawmakers to advance fraudulent voter claims and disrupt the counting of electoral votes. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes described the agreement as a “significant step forward.”

“Her insights are invaluable and will greatly aid the state in proving its case in court,” Mayes stated. “Today’s announcement is a win for the rule of law.”

Ellis’ attorneys, Matt Brown and Matt Melito, expressed satisfaction with the dropped indictment. They maintained that Ellis was not involved in the “fake elector” scheme and is committed to telling the truth.

Kenneth Chesebro, a former legal adviser to the Trump campaign, had already cooperated with Arizona investigators before the indictment in April. He was not charged, but Mayes intends to call him as a witness during the trial.

Ellis previously cooperated with prosecutors in Georgia, pleading guilty to aiding and abetting false statements. She received probation and was ordered to pay restitution. Addressing the Georgia case, Ellis admitted she relied on inaccurate information provided by other attorneys.

Ellis’ cooperation marks another significant turn in the ongoing investigations surrounding the events following the 2020 election.