WASHINGTON — Supporters on the fringes of former President Donald Trump s circle explored seeking sweeping authority after the 2020 election to enlist armed private contractors to seize and inspect voting
Supporters on the fringes of former President Donald Trump's circle explored seeking sweeping authority after the 2020 election to enlist armed private contractors to seize and inspect voting machines and election data with the assistance of U.S. marshals, according to a draft letter asking the president to grant them permission.