Freedom Caucus chair faces harsh bipartisan backlash over "insane" N.C. elector scheme

House Freedom Caucus Chair Andy Harris (R-Md.) suggested that North Carolina's legislature should consider awarding the state's electors to former President Trump before votes are counted. This idea has been met with criticism from both parties, with some calling it "insane" and "crazy." Harris' comments are based on a legal theory that state legislators are the ultimate arbiters of the Electoral College, which has been prevalent in North Carolina. However, this theory was dealt a blow by the Supreme Court last June when it rejected North Carolina legislators' attempt to seize total control over election rules. Harris' suggestion has sparked concerns about Republican plans to challenge a potential Vice President Harris victory on Nov. 5. North Carolina lawmakers have pushed back on Harris' suggestion, saying it would be a violation of every North Carolinian's right to vote and set a dangerous precedent for future elections.