Supreme Court of Pennsylvania

RNC and RPP, Pets v. 67 County Boards of Election

November 18, 2024

Summary

The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania issued a per curiam order in the petition by the Republican National Committee and the Republican Party of Pennsylvania against all 67 county boards of elections. Justice Wecht filed a concurring statement emphasizing that county officials must obey court orders and warning of the dangers of defying the judiciary. The statement cites Justice Frankfurter’s view on the rule of law and references United States v. United Mine Workers of America.