DOJ Defends Gabbard’s Role in Atlanta Election Ballot Search

DOJ Deputy AG Todd Blanche defended Tulsi Gabbard’s presence at the FBI-led search of Fulton County ballots from the 2020 election near Atlanta, saying her involvement reflects her role in national security and election work; the warrant allowed seizure of ballots as part of an election-law probe, though prosecutors have not disclosed all evidence presented to the judge; Democrats on the intelligence committees have demanded she explain the legal basis for her participation, while the White House emphasizes her focus on election security and interagency coordination.