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Georgia Court Blocks GOP Election Deniers' Appointment

3/21/2026

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The Georgia Court of Appeals overturned the ruling requiring Fulton County to appoint two GOP election deniers, finding the trial court overstepped by holding the board in contempt.
Fulton County, a Democratic stronghold, has been targeted by Republicans seeking to influence election administration.
The ruling reflects a national strategy to place election skeptics in voting and certification roles, supported by the Election Integrity Network, potentially affecting Georgia elections.

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The Georgia Court of Appeals overturned the ruling requiring Fulton County to appoint two GOP election deniers, finding the trial court overstepped by holding the board in contempt.
Fulton County, a Democratic stronghold, has been targeted by Republicans seeking to influence election administration.
The ruling reflects a national strategy to place election skeptics in voting and certification roles, supported by the Election Integrity Network, potentially affecting Georgia elections.