Brad Raffensperger.
Secretary of State of Georgia since 2019
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Brad Raffensperger disputes the accuracy of election files analyzed by Mark Davis in Georgia.Some support2 reports
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Donald Trump pressured Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger regarding the vote count.Some support2 reports
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Brad Raffensperger oversees the state voting process in Georgia while receiving counsel from Drew Ferguson.Some support1 report
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Raffensperger addresses election administration issues, including late opening in Mitchell County and ballot rescanning in Fulton County.Some support1 report
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A legal case is underway in Fulton County, Georgia, involving Donald Trump, Fani Willis, and Brad Raffensperger regarding election records and voter list issues.Well supported5 reports8 developments inside
Earlier this month
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The article describes the roles of election officials in Georgia, noting Atlanta's status and Cherokee County's election workers.Well supported3 reports
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Officials in Georgia, including Brad Raffensperger and Markwayne Mullin, were questioned about specific vote counts for Trump and faced threats over election compliance issues.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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James Mills is urging officials, including the Attorney General, Homeland Security Secretary Mullin, and Civil Rights head Dhillon, to hold Brad Raffensperger accountable.Some support2 reports
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Brad Raffensperger serves as Georgia Secretary of State and faces challenges to mail-in voting practices.Well supported6 reports3 developments inside
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As Georgia Secretary of State, Brad Raffensperger is advocating for the General Assembly to pass stricter laws regarding election processes.Some support1 report
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Secretary of State announced an investigation into a candidate in Georgia.Some support1 report
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Secretary of State issues guidance to election workers in Georgia.Well supported6 reports
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Dominion Voting Systems refuses to patch a flaw in voting scanners in Georgia.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Georgia leaders, including Brad Raffensperger, joined a coalition appealing to the Supreme Court to freeze election rules.Some support3 reports
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Brad Raffensperger discusses election integrity with a news network and appoints a Secretary of State to lead the initiative in Georgia.Some support3 reports3 developments inside
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Secretary of State highlights audit findings concerning state systems in Georgia.Some support1 report
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Secretary of State invites business owners in Georgia.Some support1 report
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Brad Raffensperger and Angie Nixon are both involved in political races.Some support1 report
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Raffensperger's office in Georgia is concerned about potential cyber threats, specifically from Russian hackers, regarding election security.Some support1 report
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An election task force has been formed in Muscogee County, Georgia, involving Shirley Franklin, Brad Raffensperger, Saxby Chambliss, Drew Ferguson, and Roy Barnes.Some support1 report
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Brad Raffensperger announced an audit proving the election outcome in Georgia.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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A new program, Georgia's Safe at Home Program, has been launched to protect survivors of various crimes in the state.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Georgia officials, including Raffensperger and Kemp, addressed lawmakers regarding election system criticism fueled by Donald Trump's 2020 loss.Well supported3 reports
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Georgia officials are investigating third-party organizations concerning voter rolls.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Georgia officials are investigating mailings from unreliable commercial databases related to voter rolls.Some support2 reports
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Official findings related to a legal case involving Brad Raffensperger were explained through expert testimony.Some support1 report
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The new event involves multiple disparate threads: Trump's primary challenges, the potential release of files involving Massie, and an unnamed international war.Some support2 reports
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What's reaching Brad Raffensperger
Events traced to Brad Raffensperger, step by step, newest first- How could the Democratic electoral sweep in Georgia affect Brad Raffensperger?The Democratic electoral sweep may shift administrative focus for Georgia's election chief.Possible
- Brad Raffensperger's office faces increased political pressure from intense election contestation in GeorgiaBrad Raffensperger's office faces increased political pressure from intense election contestation in GeorgiaPossible
- How could competitive elections and high turnout affect Brad Raffensperger's office?High-stakes Georgia elections increase operational demands on Secretary of StateLikely
- Brad Raffensperger faces increased operational demands during Georgia's election cycleBrad Raffensperger faces increased operational demands during Georgia's election cycleLikely
- How could the federal restriction on hemp affect Brad Raffensperger's regulatory duties?Federal hemp ban forces Georgia regulators to manage massive industry contractionLikely
- How could the Georgia election interference cases affect Brad Raffensperger?Trump's legal battles may challenge Georgia election integrity oversightPossible
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- Brad Raffensperger may oversee a complex, long-term voting machine transitionBrad Raffensperger may oversee a complex, long-term voting machine transitionPossible
- Brad Raffensperger may manage new voting systems as Georgia seeks replacementsBrad Raffensperger may face long-term operational changes managing new voting systemsPossible
- Brad Raffensperger may face increased administrative demands managing state response to floodingBrad Raffensperger may face increased administrative demands managing state response to floodingPossible
- How could the high-spending gubernatorial race affect Brad Raffensperger's office?High-spending Georgia race increases administrative demands on Secretary of StatePossible
Around Brad Raffensperger this week
News at the entities that move Brad Raffensperger most-
Georgia StructuralWeather service in Atlanta reported rainfall data on November 6, 2026.Moves Brad Raffensperger
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Donald Trump OperationalNPR investigated a detention plan implemented by the Trump administration, involving DHS policy officials.Moves Brad Raffensperger
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supreme court OperationalJudicial review of draft laws is required by the Supreme Court.Moves Brad Raffensperger
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Angie Nixon OperationalNew election results in Leon County established a 3-2 working majority.Moves Brad Raffensperger
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Fulton Shared contextFulton hopes to leverage Micron's semiconductor development efforts.Moves Brad Raffensperger
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David Becker OperationalDavid Becker helped build the Electronic Registration Information Center (ERIC) and pitched ELLY as an alternative to ERIC.Moves Brad Raffensperger
Connections
The 28 strongest of 35, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Georgia Structural
Brad Raffensperger serves as the mandated Secretary of State, executing official governmental and election-related functions for the State of Georgia.
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Donald Trump Operational
Trump consistently pressures Raffensperger regarding election results, while Raffensperger actively resists and counters these claims.
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Drew Ferguson Operational
Drew Ferguson actively participates in election task forces and counsels Brad Raffensperger in his role as Secretary of State.
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Joe Biden Operational
Raffensperger's official actions, such as confirming leads and denying requests, directly influence Biden's political standing.
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Angie Nixon Operational
The relationship is characterized by active competition between the two individuals within the political races.
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supreme court Operational
Brad Raffensperger joined a coalition to ask the Supreme Court to freeze rules.
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Dominion Voting Systems Structural
Brad Raffensperger's office regulates Dominion Voting Systems regarding the refusal to patch software flaws.
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Mark Davis Operational
Brad Raffensperger actively disputes the accuracy of Mark Davis's claims.
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David Becker Operational
The two individuals are involved in explaining official findings through expert testimony.
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Justin Gray Operational
Brad Raffensperger and Justin Gray engaged in a conversation regarding voting times.
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general assembly Operational
Brad Raffensperger actively pressures the General Assembly regarding legislative action and inaction.
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Burt Jones Operational
Burt Jones and Brad Raffensperger were political candidates who competed against each other for the gubernatorial bid in Georgia.
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Blanche Shared context
Brad Raffensperger is associated with the location Blanche in a political context.
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Shirley Franklin Mentioned together
The evidence suggests both individuals are linked through participation in a shared election task force.
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Scripps News Operational
Scripps News discusses election integrity issues, likely covering topics related to Brad Raffensperger's public role.
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Astead Herndon Mentioned together
Astead Herndon referenced Brad Raffensperger's involvement in a political event involving Donald Trump.
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Atlanta Shared context
Brad Raffensperger is observed operating in or originating from the geographic context of Atlanta.
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Rick Jackson Operational
Rick Jackson actively attacked Brad Raffensperger regarding the 2020 election.
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Cherokee County Shared context
Brad Raffensperger toured the county election headquarters in Cherokee County.
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Fulton Shared context
Brad Raffensperger addresses electoral issues occurring within Fulton County.
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state Shared context
Brad Raffensperger performs official duties within the jurisdiction of the state.
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Saxby Chambliss Shared context
Both individuals are linked through participation in election-related task forces in Georgia.
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Arizona Shared context
The relationship is observed in the context of election integrity discussions.
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Mitchell County Shared context
Brad Raffensperger commented on an event occurring within Mitchell County.
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Bartow County Shared context
Brad Raffensperger spoke during a demonstration held in Bartow County.
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Eleanor Ross Mentioned together
No evidence provided to establish a relationship between Brad Raffensperger and Eleanor Ross.
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Roy Barnes Mentioned together
No direct relationship between Brad Raffensperger and Roy Barnes was observed in the provided evidence.
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Augusta Mentioned together
The provided evidence does not describe a relationship between Augusta and Brad Raffensperger.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
4 events- Donald Trump pressured Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger regarding the vote count.
- Brad Raffensperger oversees the state voting process in Georgia while receiving counsel from Drew Ferguson.
- Raffensperger addresses election administration issues, including late opening in Mitchell County and ballot rescanning in Fulton County.
- The Georgia Secretary of State, Brad Raffensperger, is from Atlanta.
October 2026
4 events- Brad Raffensperger disputes the accuracy of election files analyzed by Mark Davis in Georgia.
- Ballotpedia provides election guides while Brad Raffensperger serves as Secretary of State in Georgia.
- The article describes the roles of election officials in Georgia, noting Atlanta's status and Cherokee County's election workers.
- James Mills is urging officials, including the Attorney General, Homeland Security Secretary Mullin, and Civil Rights head Dhillon, to hold Brad Raffensperger accountable.
September 2026
6 events- Brad Raffensperger serves as Georgia Secretary of State and faces challenges to mail-in voting practices.
- As Georgia Secretary of State, Brad Raffensperger is advocating for the General Assembly to pass stricter laws regarding election processes.
- Secretary of State announced an investigation into a candidate in Georgia.
- Secretary of State issues guidance to election workers in Georgia.
- Georgia leaders, including Brad Raffensperger, joined a coalition appealing to the Supreme Court to freeze election rules.
- Secretary of State highlights audit findings concerning state systems in Georgia.
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August 2026
6 events- Dominion Voting Systems refuses to patch a flaw in voting scanners in Georgia.
- Brad Raffensperger discusses election integrity with a news network and appoints a Secretary of State to lead the initiative in Georgia.
- Secretary of State invites business owners in Georgia.
- Brad Raffensperger and Angie Nixon are both involved in political races.
- Raffensperger's office in Georgia is concerned about potential cyber threats, specifically from Russian hackers, regarding election security.
- An election task force has been formed in Muscogee County, Georgia, involving Shirley Franklin, Brad Raffensperger, Saxby Chambliss, Drew Ferguson, and Roy Barnes.
July 2026
5 events- Officials in Georgia, including Brad Raffensperger and Markwayne Mullin, were questioned about specific vote counts for Trump and faced threats over election compliance issues.
- A new program, Georgia's Safe at Home Program, has been launched to protect survivors of various crimes in the state.
- Georgia officials are investigating third-party organizations concerning voter rolls.
- Georgia officials are investigating mailings from unreliable commercial databases related to voter rolls.
- Official findings related to a legal case involving Brad Raffensperger were explained through expert testimony.
June 2026
4 events- A legal case is underway in Fulton County, Georgia, involving Donald Trump, Fani Willis, and Brad Raffensperger regarding election records and voter list issues.
- Brad Raffensperger announced an audit proving the election outcome in Georgia.
- Georgia officials, including Raffensperger and Kemp, addressed lawmakers regarding election system criticism fueled by Donald Trump's 2020 loss.
- The new event involves multiple disparate threads: Trump's primary challenges, the potential release of files involving Massie, and an unnamed international war.