In a landmark ruling that threatens to upend elections in a battleground state, a federal judge has delivered a devastating blow to voting rights. The decision restricts access to mail-in voting, curtailing a crucial lifeline for countless voters. The move has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, casting a shadow over the integrity and fairness of upcoming elections. As the court’s verdict reverberates through the state, both sides brace for a contentious battle over the fundamental right to vote.
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Georgia GOP threatens lawsuit against deep-blue Fulton County over extended absentee voting
The Georgia Republican Party has threatened to sue Fulton County over its plans to extend absentee voting in the upcoming midterm elections. Fulton County is one of the most populous counties in Georgia and is considered a Democratic stronghold. The GOP argues that extending absentee voting would lead to increased voter fraud. However, Fulton County officials have defended their decision, saying that it is necessary to ensure that all eligible voters have the opportunity to cast their ballots. The lawsuit is likely to be the latest in a series of legal challenges to voting rights in Georgia.