DOJ's Shocking Georgia Raid: What They Found in 2020 Ballots Will Leave You Speechless!

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, a Republican, recently reassured voters that Georgia is "the safest and most secure place to vote," in a statement to USA TODAY. This statement comes amidst heightened scrutiny regarding the integrity of the state’s election processes, particularly following a controversial raid at the Fulton County election center near Atlanta.

On January 28, the FBI, part of the Justice Department, executed a search warrant at the facility to seize ballots and records related to the 2020 presidential election. This action intensified ongoing efforts by some factions to question the legitimacy of President Joe Biden's victory over former President Donald Trump.

The rationale behind the raid was clarified on February 10 when the Justice Department released a document detailing the arguments made to obtain the warrant. In an affidavit, FBI Special Agent Hugh Raymond Evans stated that following the November 3, 2020 election, "there were many allegations of electoral impropriety relating to the voting process and ballot counting in Fulton County." Evans also indicated that while some allegations have been disproven, others were substantiated, including admissions by Fulton County officials.

Significantly, Evans disclosed that the FBI’s inquiry was initiated based on a referral from Kurt Olsen, a Trump appointee and former "Director of Election Security and Integrity." The investigation focuses on whether any alleged improprieties constituted intentional violations of federal law. This has raised alarms about the politicization of election oversight, especially given the heightened tensions surrounding the aftermath of the 2020 election.

In the wake of the raid, Raffensperger defended Georgia’s election integrity. "Instead of wasting time and tax dollars trying to change the past with baseless and repackaged claims, let’s focus our efforts on building a safer, more affordable future for all hardworking Georgians," he stated.

The FBI's investigation revolves around potential violations of two federal statutes: one requiring election officials to retain voter registration records for 22 months post-election, and another prohibiting coercion or fraud in voting processes. Reports indicate that approximately 656 boxes of original election records were seized. Fulton County officials have since filed a court motion to recover these records.

In terms of specific deficiencies in the November election, Evans noted issues such as missing scanned images of ballots and discrepancies in hand-counted tallies. If these problems were found to be intentional, they could serve as evidence of criminal activity, justifying the FBI's intervention.

The background of the investigation reveals deeper connections to Trump's efforts to contest the election results. Olsen's history includes attempts to halt the certification of Biden’s victory in critical swing states, a move that has drawn widespread criticism. A federal judge previously sanctioned him for filing a baseless lawsuit that misrepresented facts regarding voting machines in Arizona.

Compounding the situation, Tulsi Gabbard, the Director of National Intelligence, reportedly attended the raid and facilitated communication between Trump and FBI agents involved. This controversy has led to questions from Democratic leaders regarding the appropriateness of her involvement, particularly in a matter concerning American electoral processes. Senator Mark Warner expressed concerns about the potential for political interference in future elections.

Trump has not shied away from discussing the raid. During a recent podcast appearance, he suggested that the forthcoming revelations from Georgia would be "interesting," hinting at ongoing investigations that he believes will vindicate his claims about the election.

Fulton County, the largest in Georgia by population, played a pivotal role in Biden's victory, contributing to his overall electoral win. Despite Trump’s numerous attempts to overturn the election results in Georgia, including a recorded phone call with Raffensperger urging him to "find" 11,780 votes, all legal challenges have failed to produce evidence of widespread voter fraud.

This evolving story highlights not only the contentious environment surrounding the 2020 presidential election but also the ongoing debates over election security and integrity in America. As investigations proceed, the implications for future elections and public trust in the electoral process remain significant.