RNC, Arizona AG nominee file lawsuit contesting certified results, point to 'errors and inaccuracies'

Republicans in Arizona have filed a lawsuit again alleging incompetence from election officials influenced the midterm election results, after a previous legal challenge was dismissed.

Abraham Hamadeh, the Arizona Republican nominee for attorney general, joined with the Republican National Committee in a lawsuit filed against several election officials in Mohave County on Friday. The lawsuit comes after a previous lawsuit, filed on Nov. 22, was dismissed as a judge argued the voting results had not yet been certified.

The Republicans said they "are not, by this lawsuit, alleging any fraud, manipulation or other intentional wrongdoing that would impugn the outcomes of the November 8, 2022, general election."

The lawsuit, however, alleges "errors and inaccuracies" in areas like Maricopa County resulted in Hamadeh losing to Democrat Kris Mayes by 511 votes or a "margin of 0.02%."

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"The cumulative effect of these mistakes is material to the race for Arizona Attorney General, where after the first canvass the candidates are separated by just 511 votes out of more than 2.5 million ballots cast—a margin of two one-hundredths of one percent (0.02%)," the lawsuit read.

Kari Lake, the Republican nominee for Governor, also filed a 70-page lawsuit on Friday, echoing many of the same complaints. 

"The eyes of the country are on Arizona," the lawsuit read. Lake also fell to her Democratic opponent, Katie Hobbs, by about 17,000 votes.

Hamadeh announced the lawsuit on Twitter Friday, saying "every legal vote deserves to be counted."

"Today my campaign along with the Republican National Committee has filed an election contest lawsuit," Hamadeh said. "At 511 votes out of 2.5 million our race is the closest statewide race in Arizona history, it is currently undergoing a recount."

"I jumped in this race because I know how important the rule of law is for a civilized society," he added. "I urge all Arizonans to have patience during this time. Laws exist in order to provide justice and the courts are the guardians of justice."

Hamadeh also said: "If we lose hope in our system we will no longer be that shining city upon a hill. I am fighting this fight to win and to make sure we regain confidence in our elections now and forever. Arizona, I will never stop fighting for you."

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These sentiments were shared by RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel.

"Arizonans deserve fair and accurate election results," she said. "Incompetence by election officials can cost votes, and Abraham Hamadeh’s election is razor-thin. Proud to join with his campaign in filing this election contest."

Hamadeh continues to argue problems, such as those in Maricopa County, Arizona, contributed to mistakes that affected the outcome of the election.

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"If a rural county had as many problems as Maricopa County did on Election Day every elected official and the media would demand an investigation," the Republican nominee said. "It’s a shame and pains me to say that left-wing Pima County was better prepared and ran a more competent election than Maricopa."

He also pointed to a judge extending voting hours in Apache County and delays at voting centers in Maricopa County.

Maricopa County Supervisor Bill Gates has admitted to and apologized for many of their polling sites experiencing problems with tabulation machines reading ballots, which persisted for hours on Election Day.

FOX Bet Super 6: Win Terry's $100K prize in Week 14 NFL Sunday Challenge

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Texans at Cowboys (1 p.m. ET Sunday, FOX)

The two NFL teams from Texas face off in a matchup that will easily go to the Cowboys.

Houston is 1-10-1 on the season. The Texans' lone victory came against the Jaguars — a squad with only four wins this year.

The Cowboys could Texas two-step into this game, eyes covered with bandanas, hands tied with lassos and still get the W. And that's because Dallas does so much well. The Boys rank third in the league in points scored per game, third in scoring defense and seventh in rushing offense.

From Dak and Tony Pollard on offense to sack monster Micah Parsons on defense, is there any reason for Houston to even get off the plane? 

Dallas rolls.

Prediction:
Cowboys by 8 to 10 points

Browns at Bengals (1 p.m. ET Sunday, CBS)

In Deshaun Watson's first NFL game in 700 days, Cleveland's QB1 went 12-of-22 for 131 yards, no touchdowns and one interception in the Browns 27-14 win over the Texans. It was a lackluster offensive showing for Deshaun that still ended with a Cleveland victory. 

But Brown won't be so lucky against the Bengals in Week 14.

Cincinnati enters this contest after a thrilling 27-24 victory over the red-hot Kansas City Chiefs.

At FOX Bet, the Bengals — the home team — are currently favored by 6 points. And Joe "McCaulay Culkin" Burrow is 6-4 against the spread (ATS) and 7-3 straight up (SU) as a starter in his career when he's a home favorite. 

Also, Cincinnati is on a four-game winning streak, racking up an average of 26 points per game as the NFL's seventh-best scoring offense and is one of the league's least-penalized squads. In other words, the Bengals don't beat themselves.

Cincy wins this all-AFC showdown.

Prediction:
Bengals by 11 to 13 points

Vikings at Lions (1 p.m. ET Sunday, FOX)

Kirk Cousins & Co. are 10-2 SU this season and are a perfect 9-0 in one-score games. And despite the fact FOX Bet has the Lions as 2.5-point favorites, the Vikings will keep the good thing they've got going in Week 14. 

However, don't completely count out Detroit. At least when it comes to the spread.

This season, Big D is 8-4 ATS. The squad absolutely pummeled the Jaguars in Week 13, 40-14. Just don't expect another straight-up win for the Lions this week.

Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson has been one of the most explosive offensive weapons in the NFL this season. JJ's 88 catches rank third in the NFL, and his 1,277 receiving yards come in second. Detroit's last-ranked defense cannot stop that kind of firepower from a Minnesota team that proves every week that it knows how to win.

Prediction:
Vikings by 1 to 2 points

Eagles at Giants (1 p.m. ET Sunday, FOX)

We really wanted to make this our upset pick of the week and go G-Men over the Birds, but we can't. 

New York has lost two of its last three and tied with the Commanders for a score of 20 in Week 13. The Giants scoring offense and their total defense both rank in the bottom third of the league. Philly's offense is on the opposite end of the spectrum. The Eagles offense ranks second in the league — behind only Kansas City — in scoring. And Philly has a top-10 defense when it comes to opponents' rushing attempts per game. 

This means that NY's Saquon Barkley, one of the team's biggest impact players, will have his work cut out for him against this unit.

Also, the Eagles have been solid against the spread this season, as they've gone 7-5 ATS. Philadelphia is currently a 6.5-point favorite in this matchup. We like the Eagles to win and cover.

Prediction:
Eagles by 8 to 10 points

Ravens at Steelers (1 p.m. ET Sunday, CBS)

From colossal fourth-quarter collapses to Lamar Jackson's knee injury that he suffered in the first quarter last week against the Broncos, what a year it has been for the Ravens. But at 8-4 and as division leaders, they're firmly positioned for a playoff run. At least, that's the case currently.

Coach John Harbaugh admitted that Lamar's availability is week-to-week, so with that information, Baltimore's chances at winning games each week will also be in jeopardy. The squad went 1-4 last season when QB1 didn't start. If No. 8 doesn't suit up this weekend, we like the Steelers at home.

And FOX Bet gives the edge to Pittsburgh, too. Oddsmakers currently have Black and Yellow listed as 2.5-point favorites. 

While the jury is still deliberating on how successful Steelers rookie QB Kenny Pickett will be as a starter in the league, he has helped lead the Steelers to a 3-1 record since the bye.

Prediction:
Steelers by 4 to 5 points

Buccaneers at ​Niners (4:25 p.m. ET Sunday, FOX)

Tom Terrific did it again on Monday Night Football when all was seemingly lost. He rallied his squad to a huge fourth-quarter comeback and defeated the lowly Saints 17-16. That game marked Brady's 44th career win when trailing in the fourth.

However, don't get it twisted; the Bucs still stink. But will it work in their favor that they're facing a Niners team that's starting — checks notes — Brock Purdy?

The 2022 NFL Draft's Mr. Irrelevant, Purdy is playing with house money. So it was nothing for him to go for 276 yards and two TDs in last week's 33-17 win over Miami. But San Fran is so well-rounded that the team's success doesn't rely solely on QB play.

The team's offense also features Christian McCaffrey and Deebo Samuel. And the rushing defense ranks third in the league. So all is not lost for the Niners while they await Jimmy's return, and all is not lost for them as they face a very subpar Tampa Bay team.

Prediction:
Niners by 4 to 5 points

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