LANSING, Mich. — On Friday, Michigan’s elections board made a significant move by unanimously voting to certify the results of the 2024 election. This decision contrasts sharply with the events of 2020 when allies of Donald Trump attempted to delay the certification process, aimed at undermining the legitimacy of that election.

The Michigan Board of State Canvassers, consisting of four members—two Democrats and two Republicans—approved the certification with a 4-0 vote. In addition to certifying the election results, the board offered its gratitude and commendations to the state Bureau of Elections along with the election administrators for their efficient management of the election process.

Before the vote, Republican member Richard Houskamp expressed his appreciation, saying, “I want to extend a public note of thanks to the Bureau of Elections team and to all those involved throughout the state for a fantastic election.” This sentiment underscores a collective acknowledgment of the efforts made in organizing the election smoothly.

In contrast, four years earlier, Trump and his supporters exerted pressure on election officials in Wayne County and on the state board to withhold certification of the 2020 election results as part of a broader push to overturn the election outcome. Wayne County is notable for its Democratic voting base, particularly in Detroit.

Ultimately, the state board of canvassers did proceed to certify the results of the 2020 election, although one Republican member chose to abstain during that crucial vote.