ATLANTA - Former state representative Vernon Jones has announced he’s running to become Georgia’s next Secretary of State.

Vernon Jones for Secretary of State

What we know:

Jones, a former Democrat who switched parties in 2021, announced his campaign early Monday morning through a press release and a post on X (formerly Twitter).

In his announcement, Jones said, "I’ll protect your vote, cut red tape for small businesses, and bring accountability back to government."

Jones, 61, said his platform focuses on securing paper ballots, strengthening voter ID laws, and limiting mail-in ballots.

He pledged to "deliver accountability to the people of Georgia."

Who is Vernon Jones?

The backstory:

Jones served multiple terms in the Georgia House of Representatives, in addition to two terms

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