Attorney General Kwame Raoul has joined a bipartisan group of 51 attorneys general in condemning any potential violence following the election results. The coalition emphasizes the importance of maintaining peace and stability, regardless of the election's outcome.
"Regardless of the outcome of Tuesday’s election, we expect that Americans will respond peacefully and we condemn any acts of violence related to the results," stated Raoul. He highlighted that a peaceful transfer of power is crucial for upholding the rule of law, which is fundamental to national stability.
The statement from the attorneys general also urged citizens to participate in voting and civil discourse while respecting democratic integrity. "We call upon every American to vote, participate in civil discourse and, above all, respect the integrity of the democratic process," they declared.
The coalition emphasized unity after elections and reaffirmed their commitment to enforcing laws against any illegal activities threatening democracy. "Violence has no place in the democratic process; we will exercise our authority to enforce the law against any illegal acts that threaten it," they concluded.