The State Election Board has launched an investigation into eight counties in Georgia following allegations of irregularities in the 2020 election. The board, led by Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, is looking into possible violations of state law related to absentee ballot processing and signature verification.
The investigation focuses on Fulton, Gwinnett, Cobb, Cherokee, Douglas, DeKalb, Clarke, and Henry counties, where the majority of the alleged irregularities occurred. These counties have been accused of not properly verifying signatures on absentee ballots and not following proper procedures for processing and counting votes.
The State Election Board is empowered to investigate and impose sanctions if it finds evidence of wrongdoing. This can include fines, suspending election officials, or invalidating election results. The investigation is part of ongoing efforts to ensure the integrity of the election process in Georgia and address concerns raised by both Republicans and Democrats about the handling of the 2020 election.
Secretary of State Raffensperger has faced criticism from both sides for his handling of the election, with some Republicans accusing him of not doing enough to address alleged fraud, while some Democrats claim he has perpetuated baseless claims of voter fraud. Raffensperger has defended his actions, stating that he is committed to upholding election laws and ensuring fair and transparent elections.
The investigation comes as Georgia remains a focal point for election integrity discussions following the highly contested 2020 presidential election and the upcoming midterm elections. The State Election Board’s findings will be closely watched by both political parties and the public as they could have significant implications for future elections in the state.
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