Arizona Judge Sets 2026 Trial Date for Giuliani, Meadows, and Trump Allies in Fake Elector Case

Aug 26, 2024, 07:35 PM

A judge in Arizona has set a trial date for the 'fake elector' case involving several allies of former President Donald Trump, including Rudy Giuliani, Mark Meadows, Jenna Ellis, Christina Bobb, and John Eastman. The trial is scheduled to begin on January 5, 2026, and is expected to last 8 to 12 weeks. The case involves charges against 16 Republicans accused of attempting to overturn the 2020 election results in Arizona. Donald Trump is mentioned as an unindicted coconspirator. The state anticipates presenting about 80 witnesses during the trial. The decision on whether to dismiss the case is currently being argued in court.