State Sen. Greg Dolezal filed an emergency lawsuit in Fulton County Superior Court seeking court-ordered access to Georgia's election-night reporting center ahead of the May 19 primary. The suit targets Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger and demands real-time monitoring by credentialed observers and State Election Board members. Dolezal, a Republican candidate for lieutenant governor, argues the step will enforce public oversight of tabulation and reporting.
Lawsuit Seeks Immediate Court Order
The filing requests a temporary restraining order and writ of mandamus. These tools would open the center to live observation of verification and reporting steps. Co-plaintiffs Chris Mora, a congressional candidate, and Keli Gambrill, a Cobb County commission candidate, joined the action.
Critics have long called the facility the bunker because of its restricted access. Dolezal's complaint cites Georgia law that requires election activities to occur in public view. The suit was filed days before voters head to the polls on May 19.
Raffensperger Rejects the Claims
Raffensperger stated that votes are not counted inside the Emergency Operations Center. He said the actual work takes place at the county level across the state. The secretary accused Dolezal of seeking press attention and additional votes in the lieutenant governor race.
Raffensperger added that he expects to prevail in court once again. He has faced multiple legal challenges during his time in office. The response came through campaign channels and social media posts.
