[Emperor Palpatine]

An old bomber pilot, (my da), once told me that you get the most flak when you're right over the target.

[Eye of Unk]

Same thing when using a Geiger counter.

They know they elected a fraud and they fear the implications of exposure.

They know that this will haunt them for decades of their involvement and support of an illegal nominee to become President.

And if it takes decades it will, and they will be brought to trial.