Election expert testifies FBI's evidence in Fulton County ballot case 'doesn't make sense' - NBC News

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March 27, 2026
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Election expert testifies FBI evidence in Fulton County ballot case lacks logical consistency.

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An election expert testified that the FBI's evidence in the Fulton County ballot case lacks logical consistency, according to NBC News. The testimony suggests potential weaknesses in the federal investigation's conclusions about alleged irregularities in Georgia's 2020 election procedures. The expert's challenge to the FBI's evidence could undermine the prosecution's case or bolster the defense's argument depending on how the court weighs the testimony. Fulton County has been the focal point of investigations into efforts to overturn Georgia's 2020 election results. The case involves multiple defendants and has drawn significant attention as one of several legal proceedings examining post-election conduct.

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An election expert has testified challenging the logical consistency of FBI evidence presented in the Fulton County case regarding alleged post-2020 election irregularities.

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