Jackson drops lawsuits against Jones in push for endorsement
Georgia Republican gubernatorial nominee Rick Jackson dropped lawsuits against his primary rival, state Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, as the candidate courts an endorsement in the race to the general election against Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms.
TL;DR
- Rick Jackson, the Republican gubernatorial nominee, dropped lawsuits against primary rival Burt Jones.
- Two lawsuits were filed by Jackson against Jones during the primary election.
- One lawsuit was for libel, and the other alleged unfair campaign fundraising advantage.
- Jackson won a runoff election against Jones.
- Jackson is now seeking an endorsement from Jones for the general election against Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms.