I agree, that’s why the Nicaraguan guy has “stand-ins” in states where he can’t get on the ballot.
But can he direct the electors? Electors are under state law, and most states mandate electors to follow the popular vote.
The states have no jurisdiction over the electoral college. Even if the state has laws, the electors are free to vote for anybody they want. State laws mandating that electors follow the popular vote are unconstitutional. The state sends a delegate of electors and they are free to do as they please.