Trump-backed election changes dealt blow by Georgia’s Supreme Court

Georgia’s highest court has struck down a slate of election proposals backed by Trump-aligned officials, ruling the measures exceeded the authority granted under state law.

The Georgia Supreme Court unanimously rejected seven rule changes advanced by members of the State Election Board, including controversial efforts to mandate hand-counting ballots, impose stricter voter ID requirements for ballot drop-offs, and compel county officials to scrutinize election documents and delay certification without a “reasonable inquiry.”

The decision comes in response to a lawsuit from advocacy groups, including Eternal Vigilance Action, who argued the board overstepped its legal bounds—delivering a sharp rebuke to Trump-backed attempts to reshape Georgia’s election process.

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