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Judge rejects Fulton County's bid to reclaim 2020 ballots
A federal judge has denied Fulton County's request to have ballots from the 2020 election returned. The ballots were seized by the FBI earlier this year. The judge found that while the FBI's affidavit had some flaws, it did not show a "callous disregard" for the county's rights.
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This ruling impacts the ongoing investigation into the 2020 election and the handling of sensitive election materials.
Key Facts
- A federal judge denied Fulton County's motion to return 2020 ballots seized by the FBI.
- The judge found the FBI affidavit, while flawed, did not show "callous disregard" for the county's rights.
- The affidavit contained misleading statements and omissions regarding the 2020 ballot count.