Both Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Attorney General Dana Nessel were quick to comment on the historic ruling made by U.S. District Judge Linda Parker in the case of a group of attorneys accusing the Governor, Secretary of State, and others of participating in voter fraud. The attorneys were sanctioned and the judge referred to the action as abusive litigation.
Referring to the accusations of election fraud as the “Big Lie”, Governor Whitmer said, “Today’s ruling sends a clear message: those who seek to overturn an American election and poison the well of American democracy will face consequences.”
Attorney General Nessel relished the victory, saying, “I’m pleased to see that the Court has ensured there is accountability for the attorneys who perpetuated meritless arguments in court. It has remained abundantly clear from the outset that this lawsuit aimed to do nothing more than undermine our democratic process.”
The 110-page opinion is posted on the Attorney General’s website and a link can be found below. The attorneys in the suit face fines, court-ordered training, and possible disbarment.
https://www.michigan.gov/documents/ag/172_opinion__order_King_733786_7.pdf
Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland
