Burt Jones

Lt. Gov. Burt Jones gaveled the Senate’s session to a close a little after 9 p.m., shocking many observers—and lawmakers—who are used to voting past midnight on the final day of the legislative session.

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In a feisty debate, GOP candidate for Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones defended his appearance on a slate of alternate electors supporting former President Donald Trump in the wake of the 2020 election.

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Burt Jones hovers less than one percent above 50 percent threshold.