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A new poll shows Republican Rick Jackson holding a 49% to 47% lead over Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms in the Georgia governor race, a margin within the error range. Analysts describe the contest as stagnant, with record early voting turnout and strong Black voter participation keeping the race tight despite Jackson's absence from a recent debate.
Fulton County officials in Georgia are asking the court to return about 700 boxes of 2020 ballots seized by the FBI, arguing the raid showed a callous disregard for voters’ and county officials’ constitutional rights. Judge Boulee set a Tuesday deadline for the DOJ to publicly file its justification for the search warrant and to unseal the affidavit with redactions, while the investigation’s precise focus remains unclear. Democratic lawmakers criticized the raid, the FBI defended it as standard procedure, and POLITICO and other outlets seek unsealed records as civil lawsuits challenge the seizure.
FBI agents executed a court-authorized search at Fulton County’s election center in Georgia, seizing ballots, tabulator tapes, digital data and voter rolls tied to the 2020 vote. Experts describe the move as unprecedented and warn it signals greater federal involvement in state-run elections, while local officials say materials were lawfully obtained and may face court challenges amid continuing scrutiny of the 2020 election.
Rudy Giuliani lashed out at a federal judge in court after being ordered to turn over assets to two Georgia women who won a $148 million defamation verdict against him. The judge, Lewis Liman, threatened to hold Giuliani in contempt for missing deadlines to surrender assets, including a vintage car. Giuliani, who falsely accused the women of election fraud, criticized the judge as biased and continued his tirade outside the courtroom. Giuliani also faces a contempt hearing for repeating false claims related to the defamation case.
Former Georgia election workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss have asked a federal judge to hold Rudy Giuliani in contempt for repeating false claims about them counting fraudulent ballots in the 2020 election, despite a previous $148 million defamation judgment against him. Giuliani, who has declared bankruptcy, has been ordered not to repeat these claims but did so on his podcast, prompting the request for new penalties. The case is now with U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell, who may impose fines to ensure Giuliani's compliance.
Rudy Giuliani has turned over a luxury car, watches, and other assets to Georgia election workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss, whom he defamed with false election fraud claims after the 2020 election. This follows a federal jury's order for Giuliani to pay nearly $150 million in damages. Despite complying with the asset turnover, Giuliani's attorney argues that some items should be exempt and is contesting the inclusion of certain assets. The court has warned Giuliani of contempt if he fails to comply fully.
The Supreme Court has rejected Mark Meadows' appeal to move his Georgia election interference case to federal court. Meadows, former White House chief of staff, argued for the transfer on the grounds of acting as a "federal officer" during the events in question, seeking immunity from prosecution. However, lower courts, including the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, ruled against him, stating that the actions were not related to his official duties and he is no longer a federal official. Meadows, along with 18 other defendants including Donald Trump, faces charges related to efforts to overturn the 2020 election results.
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis faces two significant setbacks in her prosecution of Donald Trump and others accused of trying to overturn the 2020 election results in Georgia. A judge ruled that Willis can remain on the case if special prosecutor Nathan Wade resigns, and Trump's appeal against this ruling is set for October, likely delaying the trial until after the November election. Additionally, co-defendant Harrison Floyd has secured an appeal, further complicating the case.
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis testified in a dramatic hearing, accusing the prosecution of lying and dropping her objection to a subpoena in a case concerning Donald Trump's alleged interference in the 2020 election in Georgia. Meanwhile, Trump appeared in court in New York for a pre-trial conference on charges related to hush money payments. Additionally, Nikki Haley renewed attacks on Trump's mental fitness, and Trump demanded Biden's impeachment in retaliation for his own criminal charges. Vladimir Putin expressed preference for Joe Biden over Trump, and a misconduct hearing in Georgia raised questions about the timing of Willis' relationship with a prosecutor involved in the case.
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, facing a $148 million defamation judgment from two Georgia election workers, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, seeking to appeal the verdict and halt collection of the damages. The workers accused Giuliani of using the bankruptcy system to avoid paying and continue his campaign of defamation and harassment against them. They have also filed a lawsuit seeking to permanently bar Giuliani from spreading further lies about them. Giuliani, who has pleaded not guilty to charges related to efforts to overturn the 2020 election, is facing financial troubles from lawsuits stemming from his actions during that time.
Ruby Freeman, a former Georgia election worker, testified in a trial against Rudolph Giuliani, stating that her life has been severely impacted since Giuliani directed his social media followers to watch a video accusing her and her daughter of cheating in the 2020 election. Freeman faced threats, racism, and harassment, leading to her feeling unsafe in her own home and having to change her identity. A professor estimated the damages to be between $17.4 million and $47.4 million. Despite being cleared of wrongdoing, Freeman continues to suffer the consequences, while Giuliani's defense is expected to begin on Thursday.
Former Georgia election worker Wandrea "Shaye" Moss testified in a defamation trial against Rudy Giuliani, stating that his false accusations of fraud caused her to fear for her life. Moss described suffering from panic attacks, nightmares, and receiving threatening and racist messages. She expressed concern for her safety and the impact on her son. Moss and her mother are seeking tens of millions of dollars in damages. Giuliani has already been found liable and acknowledged making false claims. The trial will determine the amount of damages to be awarded.
Former Trump campaign lawyers Jenna Ellis and Sidney Powell, who have pleaded guilty in the Georgia 2020 election subversion case, were questioned by prosecutors. Videos obtained by ABC News reveal Ellis and Powell discussing their intention to "stay in power" during the questioning.
Former Trump campaign lawyer Sidney Powell's guilty plea in the Georgia election subversion case will have significant implications for ongoing state and federal prosecutions against Donald Trump. Powell's plea deal requires her to testify truthfully against her co-defendants, including Trump himself. This breakthrough for prosecutors could potentially hurt Trump's defense and implicate others who worked with Powell to overturn the election. Powell's admissions could also strengthen defamation allegations against right-wing media figures and provide new evidence for federal investigators. Additionally, Powell's status as an unindicted co-conspirator in Trump's federal indictment puts her at risk of potential federal charges.
A federal judge expressed skepticism towards former Trump-era Justice Department official Jeffrey Clark's attempt to move his Georgia election subversion case to federal court. Clark, who is charged with violating Georgia's racketeering law and attempting to make false statements, argued that his actions were within the scope of his federal duties. However, the judge refused to accept a sworn statement from Clark as evidence and seemed frustrated during the hearing. The judge did not provide a timeframe for his ruling. Clark's bid differs from that of Trump's former chief of staff, Mark Meadows, and former Justice Department officials believe it is a tossup.