Peter Ticktin, a Florida attorney with deep ties to President Donald J. Trump, is once again in the spotlight for his assertions about election integrity. Ticktin, who previously served as Trump’s platoon sergeant at the New York Military Academy, is making waves with claims that the Dominion voting machines used in Michigan during the contentious 2020 elections contain unexpected technology.
In a recent interview on “Real America’s Voice,” Ticktin stated that evidence from the machines shows they include “phone chips” mounted on their motherboards. This claim emerges amidst ongoing legal challenges faced by various individuals connected to investigations into these voting systems, including Matt DePerno, former State Rep. Daire Rendon, and Wayne County Prosecutor Stephanie Lambert, all accused of misconduct in relation to the handling of election equipment.
Ticktin’s commentary points to what he describes as government overreach. He discusses how, according to the state, actions taken during the examination of the voting equipment resulted in charges against these individuals—a situation he argues is rooted in a law that was retroactively applied. “They decided later, to get these lawyers—the weaponization of government—how do we get them?” he questioned in his video, underscoring his belief that new regulations were fashioned to criminalize their actions post facto.
The cases against DePerno, Lambert, and Rendon are ongoing. They maintain their innocence, contending their efforts were in service of scrutinizing election fairness. Despite significant pressure from Michigan’s Attorney General Dana Nessel and accusations from the mainstream media, they have yet to be convicted. As Ticktin insists, “They remain innocent unless proven otherwise.”
Ticktin’s revelations don’t stop there. He clarified that any damage to the machines occurred due to necessary examinations intended to investigate the validity of the election process. “Technically, those aren’t even election equipment, but they broke the seal when they opened them up to be examined,” he explained. This distinction is pivotal in their defense, as it’s tied to the legitimacy of their actions during the investigation.
The implications of his claims are substantial. If Ticktin’s assertion that the machines contain phone chips holds, it raises critical questions about the security and integrity of the voting process. Such connections may hint at vulnerabilities, especially in light of public distrust surrounding election systems.
Furthermore, Ticktin has provided insight into the legal framework surrounding the machines. He argues that clerks who signed contracts for the use of Dominion machines are the rightful retainers of the equipment. “They’re the ones who sign the contracts with Dominion machines,” Ticktin emphasized, countering the state’s claims that those involved acted unlawfully.
The ongoing legal battle and Ticktin’s assertions highlight a significant concern over election integrity in America. With the legal cases still pending, the discourse surrounding the legitimacy of 2020’s election process remains contentious and unresolved. The exploration of these technological claims by individuals like Ticktin serves as a focal point for those advocating for transparency and accountability in elections—a narrative that continues to evolve as the legal proceedings unfold.
The questions surrounding the Dominion voting machines and the actions of those involved in their examination underscore a broader issue within the American electoral system. As Ticktin and others persist in seeking answers, the outcome of these investigations could shape public opinion and the future of election integrity in the United States.
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