Congress is set to convene Monday to certify President-elect Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 election, four years after a mob incited by Trump attacked the Capitol in a failed attempt to overturn his 2020 election loss. Unlike in 2020, Democrats are not planning to contest the results and the certification is expected to proceed without drama.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries emphasized unity and patriotism in a recent speech, stating that there are “no election deniers” among House Democrats. Vice President Kamala Harris has conceded defeat and is expected to preside over the certification process on Monday.
A snow emergency declared by Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser has raised travel concerns for members of Congress, but House Speaker Mike Johnson has urged colleagues to stay in town for the certification process. Despite potential absences, the certification does not require full attendance and many House Republicans have remained in Washington for a retreat.
In response to the events of January 6, 2021, Congress passed a law overhauling the certification process to prevent future disruptions and election theft attempts. Security measures have been heightened in anticipation of the certification, with temporary fencing erected around the Capitol.
Unlike in 2021, widespread protests are not expected during the certification process. Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger stated that the fencing will remain in place through Trump’s inauguration on January 20. Overall, the certification process is expected to proceed smoothly and without significant controversy or disruption.
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