Chris rages over Trump leading polls, calls Electoral College flawed

MSNBC host Chris Hayes expressed his frustration over recent polling data indicating that former President Trump is favored to win the Electoral College in the upcoming presidential election. Despite Vice President Kamala Harris being projected to win the national popular vote, the Electoral College system appears to favor Trump, leading Hayes to label it a 'suicide pact.' This statement references a quote from Supreme Court Justice Robert Jackson, emphasizing the potential dangers of the Electoral College. Hayes criticized the Electoral College as an outdated institution that undermines democracy, suggesting it creates complex scenarios that can be exploited by those with ill intentions. He pointed out that no states elect governors using a similar system, highlighting the inconsistency in democratic practices. The polling data, shared by finance journalist Geiger Capital, indicated Trump at 52% and Harris at 47%, with the results largely influenced by the political landscape in Pennsylvania. Hayes argued that the Electoral College is maintained by Republicans who fear they are in the minority, thus perpetuating a system that may not reflect the will of the people. In response to criticism, Hayes defended his views in a monologue, asserting that if the Electoral College were not enshrined in the Constitution, it would be deemed unconstitutional. He also supported Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's characterization of the Electoral College as a 'scam,' reinforcing the call for reform in how presidential elections are conducted.