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The Lead with Jake Tapper
Panel recommended charging Graham, Perdue, Loeffler
Sep 8, 2023
Prominent figures like Sen. Lindsey Graham narrowly escaped indictment in the alleged conspiracy to steal electoral votes. They discuss charges brought against individuals for violating Georgia law, release of the report and impact on democracy, a case involving a police officer shooting, actions to help women leave the country, Trump's rally, and Lindsey Graham's phone call to election officials. The special grand jury recommends charges for individuals involved in stealing electoral votes in Georgia. They also mention Nancy Pelosi's decision to run for office again and Republican criticism, an investigation into prison escape and Scientology's role in a rape trial, and breaking news on Georgia's election subversion case.
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- A special grand jury in Georgia recommended charges against 39 individuals, including prominent names like Lindsey Graham, David Perdue, and Kelly Loeffler, shedding light on the alleged conspiracy to steal Georgia's 16 electoral votes in the 2020 presidential election.
- The decision not to indict Senator Lindsey Graham highlights the complex role of lawmakers in election processes and raises questions about potential interference.
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Special Grand Jury Report Reveals Recommended Charges Against 39 People in Georgia Election Case
A special grand jury in Georgia recommended charges against 39 individuals as it investigated efforts to steal Georgia's 16 electoral votes in the 2020 presidential election. Among the prominent names on the list were Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, former Senators David Perdue and Kelly Loeffler, and several Trump allies such as Michael Flynn and Boris Epstein. The grand jury report revealed varying vote counts for each individual, suggesting that the grand jurors took their responsibility seriously. While charges were not brought against all of the named individuals, the report sheds light on the extensive investigation into the alleged conspiracy and electoral fraud. Prosecutors will weigh the evidence and make decisions based on the legal standards of proof beyond a reasonable doubt.
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