First: The networks called the races based on the numbers each state’s election officials gave them. Just as they have for EVERY SINGLE ELECTION since networks existed.

Second: Actually, most states do have laws mandating that their electors must vote according to whoever won their state (or are awarded based on percentages).

But yes, with this regime doing everything they can — legally or otherwise — to try and overturn a democratic election, things aren’t settled until Jan. 6.