Fulton County Challenges FBI Election Record Seizure

Fulton County in Georgia has initiated a legal challenge against the FBI's seizure of election records from a facility, aiming for their return and unsealing of related affidavits. This development is part of ongoing efforts surrounding allegations of election fraud linked to Donald Trump's 2020 election defeat.

Georgia's Fulton County has filed a legal challenge seeking the return of election records seized by the FBI, questioning the legality of the search and warrant. The FBI investigation is connected to false claims by President Donald Trump that the 2020 election was marred by widespread voting fraud.

The county is asking a federal court to restrict the scope of the warrant to enable a forensic audit on the documents. Fulton County Commissioner Marvin Arrington Jr. expressed concerns over possible data loss or record tampering due to the lack of proper inventory management during the seizure.

The FBI's recent search at the Fulton County Election Hub and Operation Center aimed at gathering items related to the 2020 election results. This action precedes the upcoming midterm elections, where Republicans are focused on maintaining congressional control.

(With inputs from agencies.)