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Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer has publicly stated that he will vote for Joe Biden in the next election, despite having voted for Donald Trump in 2020. This decision has drawn criticism from members of the Republican party, including Rep. Justin Heap, who is hoping to replace Richer in the upcoming election. Richer, a lifelong Republican, has faced backlash from his own party for defending the integrity of Maricopa County’s elections against unsupported claims of fraud and corruption.
Maricopa County Recorder Switches Vote to Biden, Sparking Outrage
Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer has announced he’ll be voting for Joe Biden in the upcoming election, causing a stir among MAGA Republicans. Despite voting for Trump in 2020, Richer announced his new voting intentions last week.
Republican representative Justin Heap, one of two Republicans hoping to take Richer’s place in the July 30 primary, expressed his outrage at the news. Heap, who claimed not to be a Trump supporter just a year ago, seems to have changed his stance.
Heap’s Outrage Over Richer’s Decision
Heap publicly expressed his shock at Richer’s decision on social media. He criticised Richer, who he labelled a ‘fake-Republican’, for supporting Biden, citing the border invasion, inflation, fentanyl epidemic and world wars as reasons for his disbelief. Heap’s social media post was filled with emojis to emphasize his shock.
Richer, a lifelong Republican, has come under fire from his own party for defending Maricopa County’s elections from conspiracy theorists and political opportunists. His endorsement of Biden has further incensed far-right factions.
Trump the Savior for Some Republicans
Other GOP members, such as
Lois Shugarr, a state GOP committeewoman, criticised Richer for his decision to vote for Biden. Many, including Ruben Gallego’s Senate opponent Kari Lake, have continued to support Trump despite his controversial record.
Richer’s Position on the Election Fraud Claims
Richer’s support for Biden over Trump is not surprising given his experience as an election official during the past three and a half years. He has faced severe backlash for defending election integrity, including death threats and derogatory comments.
Richer’s decision to vote for Biden, who has not propagated election fraud theories, seems to be a logical choice given his past experiences. However, it has certainly caused a stir in the Republican party.
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