Bondi Orders DOJ to Dismiss Lawsuit Against Georgia Election Law

Attorney General Pam Bondi has directed the Department of Justice to dismiss a lawsuit challenging Georgia's SB 202 election law, which was previously alleged to suppress Black voters. Bondi criticized the Biden administration's claims of voter suppression, asserting that Black voter turnout actually increased under the new law, which introduced measures like photo ID requirements for absentee ballots and restricted ballot dropbox locations. Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger praised the dismissal as a reaffirmation of election integrity. The law, passed in 2021, faced backlash from various organizations and led to economic consequences for the state following boycotts. Critics argue that the law disproportionately affects Democratic-leaning areas, particularly those with significant Black populations. Supporters, however, argue that the law is a necessary step for secure elections and refute claims of intentional voter suppression.