Quick Read

Donald Trump's recent attacks on the Supreme Court and continued false claims about the 2020 election are framed as a strategic pretext to rig future elections, not merely a re-litigation of the past.
Trump's claims about the 2020 election being stolen and the Supreme Court's role are factually incorrect and legally baseless.
His persistent re-litigation of 2020 is a strategic effort to lay groundwork for future election subversion, not just ego.
Proposed legislation like the 'SAVE Act' and potential deployment of federal agents to polls are part of this broader strategy to rig elections.

Summary

The episode dissects Donald Trump's recent Truth Social post attacking the Supreme Court for not overturning the 2020 election, which he falsely claims was 'stolen.' Host Brian Tyler Cohen and guest Mark Elias systematically refute Trump's assertions, highlighting that 63 of 64 election challenges were rejected by courts and that Trump's claims about standing are baseless. Elias argues that Trump's persistent re-litigation of 2020 and efforts like the 'SAVE Act' are part of a broader, ongoing strategy to suppress votes and subvert election outcomes in 2026, driven by his unpopularity and fear of congressional investigations. The discussion also covers a DNC lawsuit seeking information on potential federal law enforcement deployment to polls and emphasizes the importance of public action against these efforts.
This analysis provides insight into the strategic intent behind Donald Trump's continued false claims about election fraud, framing them not as isolated grievances but as foundational elements of a long-term plan to undermine democratic processes. Understanding this strategy is critical for anticipating future political maneuvers and mobilizing counter-efforts to protect election integrity.

Takeaways

  • Donald Trump's claims regarding the 2020 election and the Supreme Court's refusal to overturn it are factually incorrect and legally unfounded.
  • The 2020 election results were affirmed by 63 of 64 court cases, state certifications, recounts, and Congress.
  • Trump's continuous re-litigation of the 2020 election is a strategic effort to prepare his base for future election subversion in 2026, driven by his unpopularity and fear of accountability.
  • The proposed 'SAVE Act' and potential deployment of federal law enforcement to polls are seen as components of Trump's broader strategy to rig elections.
  • Public engagement, including contacting senators and supporting independent news, is presented as essential to counter these efforts.

Insights

1Trump's Baseless Claims Against the Supreme Court and 2020 Election

Donald Trump publicly attacked the Supreme Court, alleging they failed to call out a 'rigged presidential election of 2020' and that he lacked standing as president to challenge it. He also claimed conclusive proof that the election was stolen.

Trump's Truth Social post stated, "The Supreme Court wouldn't even call out the rigged presidential election of 2020 because they said that I, as president of the United States, did not have standing to challenge it. And now, with time, it has conclusively proven to be stolen."

2Refutation of Trump's 2020 Election Claims

Guest Mark Elias, a leader in the litigation against Trump's election challenges, states that Trump's claims are lies. The 2020 election results were upheld by 64 courts (rejecting 63 cases), state certifications, recounts, and Congress. Trump did not challenge the results as president but as a candidate, and no court indicated it would have ruled in his favor 'but for standing.' The main Supreme Court case concerning election results was filed by the state of Texas, not Trump directly.

That's the conclusion of the uh 64 courts that heard these cases and rejected 63 of them. I was proud to be one of the leaders of the litigation effort that handed Donald Trump and his allies those defeats." and "Donald Trump didn't seek to challenge the results as president. He sought to challenge the results as a candidate."

3Trump's 2020 Claims as a Pretext for 2026 Election Subversion

The hosts argue that Trump's continuous re-litigation of the 2020 election is not just about his ego, but a strategic effort to lay groundwork for future election manipulation in 2026. This strategy is driven by his unpopularity and fear of Democratic control of Congress, which could lead to investigations and impeachment. Past actions like rigging maps in Texas, DOJ attempts to access voting data, and raids on election offices are cited as examples of this dry run for 2026.

I don't necessarily think this is about 2020... This is happening at the same time Trump is trying to pass the SAVE Act... Donald Trump knows that he is not right now set up in a strong position politically... He fears that Democrats will take control of Congress. And that means that they will investigate him... So, he's going to pull out all the stops to try to rig the 2026 election.

4The 'SAVE Act' and its Political Viability

The 'SAVE Act' (or Save America Act) is unlikely to pass the Senate due to a lack of 60 votes, and potentially even 50. Key Republican senators like Lisa Murkowski and Mitch McConnell have expressed opposition. Even if it passed the Senate, it reportedly lacks votes in the House, suggesting Republican leadership might prefer it to 'go away.' However, Trump's pressure forces them into 'Kabuki theater.'

The Save Act or what it's now called the Save America Act, uh is not going to pass the Senate. Uh it doesn't have 60 votes... Susan Collins was the 50th coast signer of it, and we haven't seen anyone else sign on since then." and "there are increasing rumors in Washington DC that if they did pass it and sent it back to the House... it doesn't have the votes in the House."

5DNC Lawsuit Against Potential Military/Law Enforcement Deployment to Polls

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration to compel the release of information regarding any plans to deploy military or federal law enforcement (like ICE agents) to polling places. The administration's refusal to produce such information, rather than denying its existence, prompted the lawsuit, indicating potential ongoing plans.

the DNC has sued the Trump administration to try and uh and get some visibility into this stuff through a foyer a foyer request to compel them to release any ongoing plans that they have to send members of the military to the polls." and "Interestingly, the administration did not respond by saying there is no such information... Instead, they refused to produce."

Bottom Line

Trump's repeated, debunked claims about the 2020 election are not irrational grievances but a calculated long-term strategy to desensitize the public and legitimize future attempts at election subversion.

So What?

This indicates that the current political discourse around 2020 is less about historical accuracy and more about shaping public perception for future electoral interference.

Impact

Activists and legal groups can proactively educate the public on the strategic nature of these claims, rather than just fact-checking, to build resilience against future attempts to undermine elections.

Lessons

  • Call your US senators to register approval for efforts fighting the 'SAVE Act' and hold Republicans accountable for their votes on it.
  • Share this video and other content from independent outlets to spread information and counter disinformation about election integrity.
  • Subscribe to Democracy Docket to stay informed about ongoing election litigation and related efforts.

Countering Election Subversion Efforts

1

Contact your US Senators: Call them to express your stance on the 'SAVE Act' and other election-related legislation. Inform Republican senators that their votes will be remembered at the polls.

2

Promote independent information: Share videos, articles, and content from reliable, independent news sources to ensure a wider audience is informed about election integrity issues.

3

Support election monitoring and legal efforts: Subscribe to outlets like Democracy Docket to track ongoing litigation and understand the legal battles protecting voting rights.

Quotes

"

"The Supreme Court wouldn't even call out the rigged presidential election of 2020 because they said that I, as president of the United States, did not have standing to challenge it. And now, with time, it has conclusively proven to be stolen."

Donald Trump (quoted by host)
"

"This man's not well. I mean virtually nothing he said there or wrote there makes any sense. I mean to say it's a lie really un you know gives lies bad name because yeah it's hard to even call it a lie because it makes so little sense."

Mark Elias
"

"Donald Trump knows that he is not right now set up in a strong position politically. And what that means is that Republicans are going to lose control of Congress this fall."

Mark Elias
"

"Donald Trump wants you to give up... We describe these things for you not to have you lose hope, but rather for you to gain perspective and take action."

Mark Elias

Q&A

Recent Questions

Related Episodes

A major shift is happening right now
The David Pakman ShowApr 3, 2026

A major shift is happening right now

"Donald Trump is losing his grip on the Republican party and movement, evidenced by internal dissent and a broader political landscape grappling with a collapse of accountability and truth."

US PoliticsDonald TrumpRepublican Party+2
HOT TOPICS | WARNING: Donald Trump's Iran War Chaos Has Hit the Point of No Return!
The Don Lemon ShowApr 1, 2026

HOT TOPICS | WARNING: Donald Trump's Iran War Chaos Has Hit the Point of No Return!

"Don Lemon delivers a scathing critique of Donald Trump's recent actions, framing them as desperate, unconstitutional attempts to consolidate power, undermine democracy, and distract from economic and foreign policy failures, all while questioning his mental stability."

Donald TrumpElection IntegrityMail-in Voting+2
SHOCK BREAKING: SHOCKED TRUMP STORMS OUT OF SUPREME COURT IN RAGE!
The Luke Beasley ShowApr 1, 2026

SHOCK BREAKING: SHOCKED TRUMP STORMS OUT OF SUPREME COURT IN RAGE!

"This episode dissects Donald Trump's contentious Supreme Court appearance regarding birthright citizenship, the growing disillusionment of right-wing figures like Alex Jones with Trump, and the political fallout from Kristi Noem's husband's alleged cross-dressing scandal."

Donald TrumpSupreme CourtBirthright Citizenship+2
“Explosive!” New Republican ballot scandal SURGES INTO NEWS
Brian Tyler CohenMar 24, 2026

“Explosive!” New Republican ballot scandal SURGES INTO NEWS

"A California sheriff and gubernatorial candidate seized over half a million ballots, an act the hosts frame as a dangerous escalation in Republican efforts to undermine election integrity and normalize ballot seizures."

Election IntegrityBallot SeizureGerrymandering+2