• Investing
  • Stock
Round Table Thoughts
  • Economy
  • Editor’s Pick
Home Economy Democrat lawmakers defend character of Republican official facing investigation related to Trump-Georgia case
Economy

Democrat lawmakers defend character of Republican official facing investigation related to Trump-Georgia case

by August 23, 2023
by August 23, 2023 0 comment
Share
0
FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsapp

EXCLUSIVE: Democratic lawmakers in Georgia are coming to the defense of Republican Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, who is facing an investigation into his role in the alleged attempt to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election in the state by former President Donald Trump and his allies.

Speaking with Fox News Digital, three Democratic state senators attested to Jones’ character and willingness to work across the aisle for Georgians as lieutenant governor and as a state senator prior to his election, but would not take sides specifically on the expected special prosecutor that will be looking into his involvement in the Trump case.

‘I can’t speak to any investigation because it’s not my judgment to make, and I don’t know the details,’ state Sen. Josh McLaurin told Fox. ‘My experience with Lieutenant Governor Jones has just been serving in the Senate, where he has been straightforward in his communication and willingness to work with members of the minority party.’

State Den. Derek Mallow echoed McLaurin, telling Fox he ‘wholeheartedly’ believed in the separation of powers between the judiciary and legislative branches of the state government and wouldn’t comment on any pending legal matters, but stressed Jones’ willingness to work with Democratic members of the legislature.

‘For me personally I watched my city and county go to blows over lost negotiations and I met with the lieutenant governor after I introduced my study committee to ask him to allow the senate to study the issue,’ he said, referencing a specific piece of legislation. 

‘He not only agreed but allowed me to chair the committee. Even on issues we may disagree on I have never been silenced at the well or ignored for the opportunity to speak, and he has been straightforward on that and many other issues to me,’ he added.

State Sen. Freddie Powell Sims agreed, touting her ability to work with Jones to get things accomplished for the good of all Georgians, especially the citizens of her largely rural southwest district, but also wanted to avoid commenting on any ongoing legal processes.

‘Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones was a colleague, as well as a friend, prior to his election as lieutenant governor. We were always able to work together — in spite of political differences — for the good of all Georgians, especially matters that directly impacted District 12. As lieutenant governor, Burt Jones has continued to work with me based on the challenges and needs of District 12 constituents,’ she said.

‘He has always been a gentleman and committed family man. My conversations with the lieutenant governor have seldom involved political context or strategies, probably due to the vast differences that we exude. But those political differences never intervened when making certain that Georgians were cared for,’ she added.

Jones, seen as a likely front-runner in the race to replace current Gov. Brian Kemp in the 2026 election, was one of the 16 so-called ‘fake’ electors who claimed Trump won Georgia and attempted to conduct a secret meeting at the State Capitol on Dec. 14, 2020, in an alleged effort to overturn President Biden’s victory in the state. Three of the 16 were indicted alongside Trump last week on allegations of forgery, false statements and impersonating a public officer, among other crimes.

Jones was excluded from the investigation that led to the indictments after Fulton County Superior Court Judge Robert McBurney ordered District Attorney Fani Willis to drop him in July 2022 because she hosted a fundraiser for Democrat Charlie Bailey, who was running against Jones for lieutenant governor in the general election that November.

As a result of that order, Georgia Prosecuting Attorneys Council Executive Director Pete Skandalakis decided to wait until an indictment was handed down before choosing to appoint a special prosecutor to investigate Jones. 

In an exclusive interview with Fox last week, Jones hit back at the targeting of him and his role in connection with Trump’s alleged effort to overturn the state’s election results, as well as the indictments brought against the former president and others.

‘I haven’t done anything wrong, and the people who are being indicted in Fulton County, I don’t think they’ve done anything wrong, either,’ Jones said. ‘They were expressing their opinions in a lot of cases, and for them to be charged and booked and fingerprinted, as if they’re common criminals is something that I just — it’s a little disturbing, to be honest with you.’

Fox News’ Landon Mion contributed to this report.

Brandon Gillespie is an associate editor at Fox News. Follow him on Twitter at @brandon_cg.

This post appeared first on FOX NEWS
You Might Also Like
  • AOC endorses Biden but says things ‘could have gone better’ in certain areas
  • White House press secretary fumbles question on other Chinese surveillance flights during Biden admin
  • Global Trade War: U.S. Tariffs and China’s Retaliation
  • Doctors react after Fetterman checks into hospital for clinical depression
Share
0
FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsapp

previous post
Biden family huddles in secrecy in exclusive Lake Tahoe home amid special counsel investigation into Hunter
next post
Georgia indictment: 2 Trump co-defendants booked in Fulton County jail

You may also like

Biden campaign takes aim at Nikki Haley on education

September 7, 2023

Patty Murray went from a ‘mom in tennis shoes’ to...

October 6, 2023

House demands AI update from Pentagon as threats from China,...

June 13, 2023

McConnell tosses debt ceiling hot potato to Biden, McCarthy: ‘That’s...

January 25, 2023

Texas Gov. Abbott enters 3rd term with vow for safer...

January 18, 2023

Schumer ‘forcefully’ told Biden he should drop his re-election bid:...

July 18, 2024

Congress faces steep climb to avoid government shutdown less than...

November 4, 2023

Stock Market News UK Update: FTSE 100 & 250 Rise

March 20, 2025

Biden assails ‘predecessor’ Trump, GOP in sharply partisan State of...

March 8, 2024

FEC complaint alleges coordinated disinformation campaign from Biden’s 2020 run

November 10, 2023

    Stay updated with the latest news, exclusive offers, and special promotions. Sign up now and be the first to know! As a member, you'll receive curated content, insider tips, and invitations to exclusive events. Don't miss out on being part of something special.


    By opting in you agree to receive emails from us and our affiliates. Your information is secure and your privacy is protected.

    Recent Posts

    • What Happens Next for the S&P 500? Pick Your Path!

      July 11, 2025
    • These 25 Stocks Drive the Market: Are You Watching Them?

      July 11, 2025
    • The CappThesis Market Strength Indicator: What It’s Telling Us Now

      July 11, 2025
    • The Small Cap ‘Early Warning’ System: Use StockCharts to Time Pullbacks and Protect Profits

      July 11, 2025
    • Trump’s tariffs on Brazil could make your coffee even more expensive

      July 11, 2025

    Popular Posts

    • 1

      Biden appointee played key role in recruiting Chinese...

      June 25, 2024 3,631 views
    • 2

      Trump-era China sanctions ended by Biden may be...

      June 27, 2024 2,919 views
    • 3

      Walz’s honeymoon with China gets fresh scrutiny as...

      August 9, 2024 2,607 views
    • 4

      Shein’s global ambitions leaves some cybersecurity experts fearful...

      July 10, 2024 2,578 views
    • 5

      Harris VP pick spent years promoting research facility...

      August 29, 2024 2,451 views

    Categories

    • Economy (7,009)
    • Editor's Pick (2,172)
    • Investing (538)
    • Stock (2,666)

    Popular Posts

    • 1

      Biden appointee played key role in recruiting Chinese businesses to Delaware: ‘Longtime friends’

      June 25, 2024
    • 2

      Trump-era China sanctions ended by Biden may be revived under new House GOP bill

      June 27, 2024
    • 3

      Walz’s honeymoon with China gets fresh scrutiny as Harris camp blasts ‘lying’ critics

      August 9, 2024
    • 4

      Shein’s global ambitions leaves some cybersecurity experts fearful of Chinese spy threats

      July 10, 2024
    • 5

      Harris VP pick spent years promoting research facility that collaborated with ‘Chinese military company’

      August 29, 2024

    Latest News

    • What Happens Next for the S&P 500? Pick Your Path!

      July 11, 2025
    • These 25 Stocks Drive the Market: Are You Watching Them?

      July 11, 2025
    • The CappThesis Market Strength Indicator: What It’s Telling Us Now

      July 11, 2025

    Categories

    • Economy (7,009)
    • Editor's Pick (2,172)
    • Investing (538)
    • Stock (2,666)

    Disclaimer: RoundTableThoughts.com, its managers, its employees, and assigns (collectively “The Company”) do not make any guarantee or warranty about what is advertised above. Information provided by this website is for research purposes only and should not be considered as personalized financial advice. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendation. Any investments recommended here should be taken into consideration only after consulting with your investment advisor and after reviewing the prospectus or financial statements of the company.

    Copyright © 2024 RoundTableThoughts.com. All Rights Reserved.

    Round Table Thoughts
    • Investing
    • Stock
    Round Table Thoughts
    • Economy
    • Editor’s Pick

    Read alsox

    Israeli leaders condemn expected US sanctions,...

    April 22, 2024

    AOC dodges question on lack of...

    September 6, 2023

    The veepstakes goes ‘Apprentice’: Will Trump...

    June 26, 2024
    Sign In

    Keep me signed in until I sign out

    Forgot your password?

    Password Recovery

    A new password will be emailed to you.

    Have received a new password? Login here