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President Donald Trump accused Democrats of attempting to "steal" open primary elections in California in a Truth Social post on Wednesday (June 3). Without providing evidence, Trump claimed that Democrats are trying to take away the races for California governor and Los Angeles mayor from "two great Republican candidates." Trump has endorsed Steve Hilton for California governor, while Spencer Pratt, who is not running as a Republican, appears headed for a runoff with L.A. Mayor Karen Bass in November.
Trump also criticized the use of mail-in ballots, calling them "very late and massive" and said the voting process is "under investigation" by the U.S. Attorney's Office in Los Angeles. This statement comes amid ongoing debates about election integrity and mail-in voting practices.
The accusation has drawn attention due to the lack of evidence provided by Trump. The former president has a history of making claims about election fraud, notably after the 2020 presidential election. His recent comments have sparked discussions about the potential impact on upcoming elections and the political climate in California.
The U.S. Attorney's Office in Los Angeles has not confirmed any active investigation into the voting process. As the situation develops, it remains to be seen how these allegations will affect the primaries and the candidates involved.