Supreme Court Hears 'Faithless Elector' Case

The video discusses the issue of faithless electors in the Electoral College, focusing on a case before the 2020 election. It explains the Electoral College process, where electors typically vote for the candidate who won the popular vote in their state. However, in the 2016 election, some electors were punished for not voting accordingly, leading to legal challenges. The video covers court decisions in Colorado and Washington, highlighting the legal complexities and state laws requiring electors to follow the popular vote.

What argument did the elector from Colorado present in court regarding the requirement to vote a certain way?

How many states and the District of Columbia require electors to vote for their state's popular vote winner?