The Georgia Hour, episode 69: Misconduct and Political Maneuvering in Georgia GOP

The Georgia Republican Party Inc.'s FEC filing reveals four $479 charges to Alloy Personal Training gym in Sandy Springs. Concerns arise about financial impropriety, with claims that an audit could lead to jail time for some. Georgia GOP Chairman Josh McKoon is seeking endorsements and making deals to secure county chairs in Pickens, Cherokee, and Bartow counties, aiming to oust 11th District Chair David Oles, who does not support him. McKoon is prioritizing control over winning 2026 elections. He favors a public standing vote at the June GA GOP Convention to intimidate opponents, as a private paper ballot would result in a more accurate election. Travis Bowden is allegedly intimidating county chairs to support McKoon, with threats of an "enemies list." McKoon’s picks are backed by the controversial Veterans for America First (VFAF). Demanding paper ballots to ensure a fair vote, citing past close elections and RNC’s private ballot practice.