Special prosecutor Pete Skandalakis announced that Georgia Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones will not face criminal charges related to his role as an alternate elector in the 2020 presidential election. Skandalakis concluded that there was no evidence of criminal intent, asserting that Jones acted within his duties as a senator and relied on legal advice when participating in the electoral process. The case against Jones was previously complicated by a ruling that barred Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from prosecuting him due to her political donations to his opponent. Jones, who has expressed interest in a future gubernatorial run, welcomed the decision and stated it would allow him to focus on his elected responsibilities. Despite a grand jury's recommendation for charges, the special prosecutor deemed the matter closed, emphasizing that reliance on legal counsel should not lead to punishment. This outcome marks a significant moment in ongoing investigations into the actions surrounding the 2020 election results in Georgia.