By John Q. Hosedrinker 
Tina Peters, the former Mesa County clerk, is currently serving a nine-year prison sentence for crimes related to the 2020 election. She was found guilty of multiple counts including attempting to influence a public servant, conspiracy, and official misconduct for her role in allowing unauthorized access to voting machine data. Despite efforts from Donald Trump, including public pressure campaigns and threats of intervention, Peters remains incarcerated. The Justice Department has initiated a review of Peters’ case, and could potentially seek her transfer or early release.
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Trump is still trying to free Tina Peters. She should stay in a Colorado jail. The situation with Tina Peters, the former Mesa County clerk convicted of crimes related to the “Big Lie,” is a clear example of the dangers of undermining the rule of law. It’s almost unbelievable that Trump is attempting to intervene. She was convicted of serious offenses, and the judge clearly believed a prison sentence was warranted. She should serve her time.
Trump’s actions here are about more than just Tina Peters herself. He’s consistently demonstrated a desire to expand the powers of the presidency, and this is a classic tactic. It’s almost certain that the underlying goal is to get this case before the Supreme Court, providing an opportunity to argue for an expansion of presidential pardon power, possibly to cover state crimes. He likely sees this as a way to pardon and release his allies incarcerated for state crimes and possibly set up a future self-pardon for state crimes.
It seems clear that Trump doesn’t actually care about Tina Peters. She’s simply a pawn. The entire situation is a cynical play to amass more power. The focus is always on Trump, his allies, and the acquisition of additional control. He views this as a means to alter the very fabric of the country.
The news outlets seem to be normalizing this overreach by not mentioning the fact that he cannot pardon her. It’s almost as if they’re expanding Trump’s authority by failing to clarify the constitutional limitations of his power. It’s a deliberate erasure of what happened. Pardoning Tina Peters is part of this sad retcon of the truth.
Thankfully, Colorado judges aren’t likely to fall for such strong-arming. She belongs in jail. No remorse, no self-awareness, no admission of wrongdoing. However, there are concerns that, depending on the outcome of the next election, the governor could take an entirely different stance.
The assertion that Trump may be successful with the Supreme Court is concerning. They have a history of being willing to entertain Trump’s arguments, even when they seem far-fetched. It underscores the potential for this case to set a dangerous precedent, further eroding the principles of justice and accountability. If this happens, the US will officially become an autocracy.
The entire episode underscores the necessity of respecting the law and the decisions of the courts. People who actively interfere with election integrity should face consequences. If Trump were successful in his efforts, it would not only be a slap in the face to justice but also a blow to the integrity of the democratic process.
It’s crucial to recognize the potential for threats and intimidation that may arise as a result of Trump’s actions. The support being shown for Tina Peters opens the door to death threats and harassment. The media should be more focused on clarifying the fact that he cannot pardon her. The whole point here is Trump’s desire to accumulate more power.
The situation also highlights the broader issue of election integrity. Backing people who try to manipulate election outcomes is a direct attack on democracy. If Trump were to release her, it would be another indictment. This case is a reminder of the fragility of democratic institutions and the constant need to safeguard them from those who seek to undermine them. The media should put the word “illegally” in there when reporting on third terms.