Supreme Court Rejects Texas Bid To Overturn Election Results

Supreme Court Rejects Texas Bid To Overturn Election Results

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The Supreme Court dismissed a Texas lawsuit challenging the election results in states won by Joe Biden, marking a significant legal defeat for President Trump and his supporters. The lawsuit, backed by over 100 Republican House members and 17 state attorneys general, claimed mail voting expansions were unconstitutional. The court found Texas lacked substantial legal interests to challenge other states' election processes. Justices Alito and Thomas believed the case should be heard but wouldn't overturn Biden's votes. The decision was criticized by Trump and some Republicans, with calls for secession from the Texas GOP chairman.

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What was President Trump's reaction to the Supreme Court's decision?

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What did the chairman for the Republican Party of Texas suggest in response to the Supreme Court's ruling?

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