Postal Worker Walks Back Ballot Tampering Claim

Postal Worker Walks Back Ballot Tampering Claim

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The video discusses allegations of ballot tampering made by postal worker Richard Hopkins, who later recanted his claims. Despite this, the Trump campaign continues to pursue legal action in Pennsylvania, citing voting irregularities. Some Republicans, including Senator Lindsey Graham, have called for a federal investigation. Attorney General William Barr authorized federal prosecutors to investigate credible claims of voting irregularities. The video concludes by noting the lack of credible evidence supporting widespread voter fraud claims.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Richard Hopkins initially claim about the Erie, PA postmaster?

The postmaster instructed workers to backdate ballots.

The postmaster destroyed ballots.

The postmaster refused to count ballots.

The postmaster supported election fraud.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Trump campaign respond to Hopkins's retraction?

They continued to pursue legal action in Pennsylvania.

They dismissed the allegations entirely.

They apologized for the misinformation.

They withdrew their lawsuit.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did Senator Lindsey Graham take in response to Hopkins's claims?

He ignored the claims.

He called for a recount.

He demanded a public apology.

He requested a federal investigation.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Attorney General William Barr authorize regarding voting irregularities?

He authorized federal prosecutors to investigate if credible evidence was found.

He ordered a nationwide recount.

He dismissed all claims.

He declared the election results invalid.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been lacking in the claims of voter fraud made by the President and his allies?

Media coverage

Public support

Legal representation

Credible evidence