October 28, 2024
A newly released undercover video from political commentator Steven Crowder purportedly captures Joel Caldwell, the Director of Operations for The Coalition For The People’s Agenda in Georgia, candidly explaining various methods he claims are used by Democratic operatives to manipulate election results. The video, which has quickly sparked controversy, was first reported by Ohio.news and shows Caldwell allegedly discussing tactics that were reportedly employed during the 2020 election and may be planned for future elections.
The video includes statements in which Caldwell appears to confirm controversial practices like ballot harvesting in nursing homes and orchestrated efforts to eject Republican poll watchers from the State Farm Arena in Atlanta during the 2020 presidential election. In one of the more striking moments, Caldwell references the 2020 incident where Republican poll watchers were told to leave due to an alleged water main break, allowing Democratic operatives to continue counting ballots with fewer witnesses. “They told them that it was a leak on the opposite side of the Dome… [after Republicans left] the Democrats went back in there and started counting,” Caldwell says in the video.
CAUGHT ON TAPE: Democratic Operative Details Potentially Illegal Ballot Harvesting Schemes Used to Rig American Elections; Appears to Admit 2020 Election Fraud Took Place in Georgia
MugClub Army – please be aware of this type of activity ahead of Election Day!
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— Steven Crowder (@scrowder) October 28, 2024
Confirmation of “2000 Mules” Claims
Caldwell also appeared to validate claims made in Dinesh D’Souza’s film, 2000 Mules, which details alleged illegal ballot trafficking across several states, using evidence from nonprofit True the Vote’s data. Caldwell mentioned that he recognized a union member’s vehicle in the film, allegedly used for ballot collection. In the video, he discusses how groups allegedly collected ballots from areas with high concentrations of Democratic voters, including nursing homes and senior centers, to maximize Democratic turnout.
According to his LinkedIn profile, now removed, Caldwell also works as a Communications Specialist for the Georgia AFL-CIO, a major labor union in the state. Photos on social media show him actively canvassing for prominent Democratic candidates, including Sen. Sherrod Brown and Rep. Emilia Sykes, both of whom are running high-stakes campaigns in competitive districts.
GOP Reaction to Video
The footage has sparked swift condemnation from Republican candidates and leaders. Former state senator Kevin Coughlin, running against Sykes in Ohio’s 13th Congressional District, stated, “Ohioans are already aware of Emilia Sykes’ dangerous open border policies, and now we see what she and her team support behind closed doors… She calls anyone who disagrees with her ‘racist.’” Caldwell’s comments on absentee ballot collection and drop box monitoring have reignited a debate on election integrity, with Republicans urging tighter voting restrictions, including voter ID requirements.
Allegations of Union Involvement
In the video, Caldwell also claims union involvement in ballot handling operations, noting that his organization worked with canvassers to collect ballots and deliver them to drop boxes. This practice, known as “ballot harvesting,” is illegal in many states, including Georgia, where only specific family members are permitted to deliver ballots for others. Caldwell’s comments suggest that the operations focused on manipulating voter turnout primarily in Democratic strongholds to prevent raising suspicions in historically Republican areas.
Democratic Response
The Coalition For The People’s Agenda, an advocacy group founded by civil rights leader Dr. Joseph Lowery, has yet to release an official statement regarding the video. The group is known for its voter outreach efforts, particularly in marginalized communities. Caldwell’s remarks come amid an intensified national conversation about election laws, with Democrats largely opposing new restrictions on absentee ballots and Republicans seeking to implement stricter voter ID laws.
Political analysts suggest that the video’s release could impact voter perceptions as the U.S. heads into the 2024 presidential election, where concerns over election security are expected to play a major role.
