A supporter of President Donald Trump demonstrates outside the Pennsylvania Convention Center where votes are being counted, Thursday, in Philadelphia, following Tuesday's election. A federal judge has denied a bid by President Donald Trump’s campaign to stop the vote count in Philadelphia over observer access, urging the two sides to instead forge an agreement. As the hearing unfolded Thursday evening, President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden were locked in a tight battle for the 20 electoral votes in Pennsylvania. Diamond, an appointee of President George W. Bush, chastened the lawyers as both sides bickered about who was following the rules and reminded them they are officers of the court. “Really, can’t we be responsible adults here and reach an agreement?” the exasperated judge asked.

Source: The Standard November 06, 2020 02:26 UTC