[Dr. Franklin]

Are you saying a US code overrules the US Constitution?

No. The U.S. Constitution does not provide a mechanism to determine which slate of electors should be recognized from a state, if two competing slates are sent. 3 U.S. Code § 15 does. Pence as the presiding officer of the joint session of Congress might ignore the U.S. Code with a ruling from the chair, but then that is subject to collateral attack in the courts, if he isn't reversed by both houses of Congress.

[Golden Eagle]

Thanks for the heads up for where this might head next, as there is little discussion and media coverage of the various angles and potential outcomes.

As of today, I have not heard of this possibility but will certainly look into it. I would also expect that Pence would side with Trump, as you stated could happen, should your scenario actually come to pass. Thanks again.