Rep. Adam Schiff and President Joe Biden both expressed concerns about the upcoming election being free and fair but potentially not peaceful. Schiff noted that if former President Donald Trump loses, he may contest the results due to fear of potential legal consequences. Biden also raised doubts about the peacefulness of the election in light of recent political violence. Schiff referenced the Capitol riot as an example of violence following Trump’s false claims about the 2020 election. He emphasized the importance of a significant margin of victory to prevent challenges to the election results and potential violence. Schiff, who is running for Senate, expressed confidence in Vice President Kamala Harris winning the election but acknowledged that it is still a close race. He stressed the need to increase voter turnout to secure a large enough margin of victory to avoid post-election turmoil. Both Schiff and Biden’s concerns highlight the ongoing tensions surrounding American elections and the need to ensure a smooth transition of power. Additionally, NBC News has contacted the Trump campaign for comment on Schiff’s statements.
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