Washington, DC (WBEN) Congressman Chris Jacobs says he will object to the electoral college certification, confirming Joe Biden's election to the presidency. Jacobs claims several states changed electoral systems without proper approval.
Jacobs issued the following statement just before the House convened:
"There is no question the presidential election was contentious and conducted under trying circumstances, leading several states to make unprecedented changes to their electoral systems without the authorization of their respective state legislatures as the Constitution dictates. This troubling fact, along with countless reports of election irregularities, has left many Americans with valid concerns about the integrity of the November 3rd presidential election because these concerns have yet to be properly adjudicated. I have a duty to represent my constituents and a constitutional duty to ensure the security and integrity of our elections. I do not take this decision lightly, but for these reasons feel it necessary to object to the certification of the electoral votes from contested states .The American people must have confidence in their elections, and I intend to work to restore that trust. As such, I will support efforts to achieve a full review of the actions taken by states that have led to the widespread distrust that now exists. I feel it is imperative to allow for this crucial national conversation to be debated in public on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives."
Reaction came swiftly from Assemblyman Pat Burke. "I think it's nothing short of traitorous in an attempt to steal the presidential election from the American people," says Burke.
Burke says the president lost all lawsuits challenging the results. "Now they're literally trying to undermine our Constitution through political means through the legislature. That's not how we pick a president," says Burke.
"I am disgusted by this, and I am embarrased Chris Jacobs is my represenatative," says Burke.
