Georgia's Brad Raffensperger showcases Ponzi scheme fight as he runs for governor

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger announced Wednesday that his office had secured a $6.7 million refund to investors who lost money in an alleged $156 million Ponzi scheme, a development he is highlighting as he runs for governor. The recovery demonstrates Raffensperger's office using its regulatory authority to pursue restitution for defrauded investors, a consumer protection accomplishment that could bolster his candidacy. Raffensperger, a Republican who has emphasized his law-and-order credentials, is positioning investor protection as a key campaign message. The case underscores how statewide elected officials leverage high-profile enforcement actions during political campaigns to demonstrate competence in safeguarding constituents' finances.