The Georgia Supreme Court unanimously rejected an emergency appeal by the Republican National Committee (RNC) to reinstate controversial election rules deemed 'illegal, unconstitutional, and void' by a lower court. The rules, introduced by Georgia's GOP-majority State Election Board, included requirements for hand-counting ballots and expanded poll watcher access, which critics argued could lead to election delays and errors. Despite the RNC's effort to expedite the appeal, the Supreme Court decided that the case will proceed in the ordinary judicial process after the November election. This ruling marks a significant setback for the Republican Party, which sought to implement these rules in time for the upcoming general election. The court's decision is a victory for voting rights advocates and election officials who were concerned about the practical implications and legality of the proposed changes. Georgia remains a pivotal swing state with high voter turnout and a tight race between Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and former Republican President Donald Trump.