Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat appears to have secured a second term in the recent elections, overcoming concerns raised by criminal justice advocates regarding inmate deaths in his custody. Labat faces ongoing tensions with the county's Board of Commissioners, with plans to sue them over budget control issues. Meanwhile, incumbent sheriffs in Cobb and Gwinnett counties, Keybo Taylor and Craig Owens, are also on track to win reelection despite facing controversies, including allegations against Taylor of extortion related to campaign donations. Voter turnout is a critical issue in Atlanta's 30314 ZIP code, where many residents face barriers such as transportation challenges, contributing to historically low participation rates in elections. As the election results unfold, local communities are grappling with the impact of these races on their governance and representation. The 2024 elections are pivotal, especially in swing states like Georgia, where every vote counts significantly.