Politics

A Fulton County judge Wednesday struck down several controversial Georgia State Election Board rules that were set to take effect for the Nov. 5 general election.

The first day of early voting Tuesday has already set a new record for the first day of advanced voting, according to Georgia Secretary of State officials.

A coalition of 16 attorneys general is urging the head of the Department of Homeland Security to protect the upcoming elections by verifying the immigration status of any registered voter upon request.

A Fulton County Superior Court judge ruled Tuesday that vote certification is mandatory, and election officials cannot delay or deny the process.