"Investigation into Georgia's Lieutenant Governor's Role in Trump Case: Who's in Charge?"

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"Investigation into Georgia's Lieutenant Governor's Role in Trump Case: Who's in Charge?"
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Georgia's Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, a Trump supporter and one of the "fake electors" attempting to overturn the 2020 election results, is to be investigated for election interference. However, the selection of a special prosecutor by the head of the Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council of Georgia, Peter J. Skandalakis, is complicated by partisan concerns and a previous judge's ruling of conflict of interest for the Fulton County district attorney. The search for an impartial investigator continues amidst political tensions and resource constraints, with Jones potentially eyeing a gubernatorial run in 2026.

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