Secretary Williams' response on AG's elector decision

DENVER, August 21, 2017 -- Colorado Secretary of State Wayne Williams today responded to a decision by Attorney General Cynthia Coffman not to prosecute the elector who refused to follow the law that requires presidential electors to vote for the winner of the state's popular vote.

"I am disappointed by the decision not to prosecute the faithless elector who flagrantly violated his oath immediately after taking it," Williams said.

"While it is true that we worked successfully with the political parties and the courts to stop his attempt to steal the votes of 2.9 million Coloradans, the decision not to prosecute leaves Coloradans without an assurance that future electors won’t hijack the will of millions of Colorado voters.

"I look forward to working with the attorney general to ensure enforcement in the future."

Williams on Dec. 21 referred the matter to the attorney general for investigation.