Wayne County MI Election Board Rescind Certification Vote Citing Threats to Their Family

In a stunning reversal Wayne County Board of Canvassers Chairwoman Monica Palmer [affidavit here] and fellow GOP member William C. Hartmann [affidavit here] have filed affidavits rescinding their prior vote to certify the election in Wayne County, Michigan.

The two board members cite threats against their family as the pressure put upon them to certify the Detroit area vote against their original decision not to certify.

John Solomon – […] In an extraordinary turnabout that foreshadows possible legal action, the two GOP members of Wayne County’s election board signed affidavits Wednesday night alleging they were bullied and misled into approving election results in Michigan’s largest metropolis and do not believe the votes should be certified until serious irregularities in Detroit votes are resolved.

“I voted not to certify, and I still believe this vote should not be certified,” Hartmann said in his affidavits. “Until these questions are addressed, I remain opposed to certification of the Wayne County results.” Added Palmer in her affidavit: “I rescind my prior vote to certify Wayne County elections.” (read more)