Tag Archives: Jocelyn Benson

Axios reports: Activists’ push to block Donald Trump from being on the presidential ballot in several states hasn’t gained traction, as state elections officials have been reluctant to act without courts weighing in first. “We’re not the eligibility police. We are responsible for ensuring that basic facts are met to get someone on the ballot,” Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn …

CNN reports: Federal prosecutors interviewed Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson last month as part of the ongoing criminal probe into efforts to overturn the 2020 election, according to a source familiar with the matter. Benson’s meeting with prosecutors working for special counsel Jack Smith, which has not been previously reported, lasted “for several hours,” the source said. Benson’s interview …

The Guardian reports: The Michigan secretary of state, Jocelyn Benson, defeated Kristina Karamo and was re-elected to a second term, in a major victory with huge implications for how elections are run in a key 2024 battleground. Benson’s victory deals a significant blow to election denialism, a growing force in American politics. Karamo, who was endorsed by Donald Trump, rose …

The Hill reports: Michigan’s secretary of state ripped former President Trump for spreading lies that could encourage political violence after he drafted a series of posts casting doubt on the election integrity of the midterms before polls had closed Tuesday. “This isn’t true,” Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson responded after a post from Trump that said voters in Detroit …

The Hill reports: Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson (D) on Sunday said election officials nationwide are most worried about “violence and disruption” as the midterm elections approach. “Violence and disruption on Election Day, first and foremost, and in the days surrounding the election,” Benson told CBS “Face the Nation” chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett when asked about her biggest …

The Washington Post reports: Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson had just finished wrapping string lights around her home’s portico on Saturday evening and was about to watch “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” with her 4-year-old son when a crowd of protesters marched up carrying American flags and guns. About two dozen protesters chanted “Stop the Steal” and accused Benson, …