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Stephenville Today
By the People, for the People
Trump Faces Risks in Pursuit of 2020 Election Fraud
Experts warn former president's obsession with voter fraud could backfire and damage the Republican Party
Published on Feb. 16, 2026
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In a recent column, political analyst Dr. Malcolm Cross warns that former President Donald Trump's continued pursuit of proof of voter fraud in the 2020 election could backfire and cause significant damage to both himself and the Republican Party. Cross argues that Trump should instead focus on improving his deportation and economic policies, which could boost his popularity and reduce the chances of Senate Republicans voting to remove him from office if he is impeached again next year.
Why it matters
Trump's relentless efforts to overturn the 2020 election results, including the recent FBI raid on Georgia's Fulton County, risk distracting him from more important issues like immigration and the economy that could improve his standing with voters. Additionally, Cross warns that Trump's actions could set a dangerous precedent for the nationalization of future elections, which could ultimately benefit Democrats.
The details
Cross outlines three key ways Trump's pursuit of voter fraud could backfire: 1) It diverts time and energy away from refashioning his deportation and economic policies, which are crucial to boosting his popularity; 2) It could set a precedent for Democrats to more easily "nationalize" future elections to their benefit; and 3) It may lead to political self-destruction and grave damage to the Republican Party, similar to the fate of Captain Ahab in the classic novel "Moby Dick."
- In recent columns, Cross has predicted the Democrats will win the House in November 2026.
- Cross expects the House will impeach Trump again next year.
- The judge in the Georgia case will decide on Tuesday whether to allow Trump out on bail.
The players
Donald Trump
The former president of the United States who is continuing to pursue proof of voter fraud in the 2020 election.
Dr. Malcolm Cross
A political analyst and columnist who has served on the Stephenville City Council and the Erath County Republican Executive Committee.
Tom Homan
The Border Czar who is taking over ICE operations in Minneapolis and implementing a strategy of prioritizing the deportation of dangerous criminals.
John Fetterman
A Democratic senator from Pennsylvania who is considered a maverick within the party.
Captain Ahab
The protagonist of the classic novel "Moby Dick" who obsessively pursues the great white whale, ultimately leading to his own destruction.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Trump out on bail.
The takeaway
This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.
