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Judge rejects Justice Department’s attempt to get names of 2020 election workers in Fulton County
By The Associated Press at Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· July 7, 2026
· 4 min read
Editor’s note: The video above is from previous coverage.ATLANTA, Ga. (AP) — The U.S. Department of Justice cannot have the names and personal contact information for every person who worked during the 2020 election in Fulton County, a federal judge ruled Tuesday.The Justice Department in April s...
Key takeaway Department of Justice cannot have the names and personal contact information for every person who worked during the 2020 election in Fulton County, a federal judge ruled Tuesday.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The ruling by U.S. District Judge William Ray to quash the Justice Department's subpoena for the names and personal contact information of 2020 election workers in Fulton County has significant implications for local election officials and workers. The decision protects the privacy and security of these individuals, many of whom are volunteers, from potential harassment and intimidation. In a county where election administration is already under intense scrutiny, this ruling helps to maintain the integrity of the electoral process. The fact that the Justice Department's request was deemed "grossly over broad and untethered to any reasonable need" suggests that the federal government's investigation into the 2020 election may be overly broad and lacking in focus. As the county continues to prepare for future elections, this ruling provides some reassurance that the privacy and safety of election workers will be protected.
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Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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What is this story about? Editor’s note: The video above is from previous coverage.ATLANTA, Ga. (AP) — The U.S. Department of Justice cannot have the names and personal contact information for every person who worked during the 2020 election in Fulton County, a federal judge ruled Tuesday.The Justice Department in April s...
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