The Republican Party filed a lawsuit in Georgia on Saturday against Fulton County for accepting absentee ballots over the weekend, claiming it violates election laws.

GOP Chairman Michael Whatley criticized local officials for not allowing poll observers and for opening election offices at the last minute, which he argues undermines public trust.

A judge ruled against the GOP, but they plan to appeal. Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger stated that the law allows counties to accept absentee ballots in person if they choose, the Washington Examiner has reported.

Fulton County, a Democratic stronghold, had previously favored Biden in the 2020 election and is a critical battleground ahead of the 2024 presidential race.

Written by B.C. Begley