Fortenberry will certify Electoral College, Bacon also likely
Another Nebraska politician has indicated he will certify the results of the Electoral College Wednesday afternoon.
By News Channel Nebraska
LINCOLN, Neb. - Another Nebraska politician has indicated he will certify the results of the Electoral College Wednesday afternoon. Jeff Fortenberry, a Republican who represents District 1, made the announcement in a statement Wednesday morning.
“I took an oath to uphold the Constitution. My decision is consistent with that oath. I will vote to certify the election,” Fortenberry said in his statement.
Fortenberry added that he believes there are “heartfelt convictions on both sides,” but that he “re-read the Constitution, studied the legal arguments, participated in robust debate with colleagues, and listened intently to Nebraskans.”
“There is no argument here that will satisfy everyone," Fortenberry said. "As much as I supported President Trump to win, I believe the proposed remedy to election irregularities is inconsistent with my legal obligation and the guidance of my conscience,” he added.
Congress is scheduled to gather for a joint session Wednesday afternoon to affirm the Electoral College votes.
Fortenberry joins Senators Ben Sasse and Deb Fischer in making statements saying they will confirm the results. Rep. Don Bacon, a Republican representing District 2, indicated Tuesday that he will likely confirm the results, as well. District 3 Rep. Adrian Smith, also a Republican, has said he will join a group of Republican politicians objecting to some of the results.
President Donald Trump has urged Congress to overturn the results of the election, although it would take a majority vote by both chambers to reject any state’s vote.