Vernon Jones, a former Georgia state representative known for his outspoken support of President Donald Trump, officially announced Monday his bid for Georgia Secretary of State.

At 64, Jones brings a history of political campaigns, including runs for governor, U.S. Senate, U.S. House, and DeKalb County sheriff, though he has yet to win a statewide or federal office.

Why is Vernon Jones running for Secretary of State?

Jones said in a statement posted to X , "I'm running to be Georgia's next Secretary of State — because elections and business both depend on trust. I'll protect your vote, cut red tape for small businesses, and bring accountability back to government. Because Georgia deserves integrity — at every level."

What does the Secretary of State do?

The primary responsibil

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