Georgia GOP in Chaos! Frost Family Scandal, and a Must-Win State Senate Race!

The Georgia Hour podcast dives into the turmoil rocking Georgia politics, from the Frost family’s alleged $140M Ponzi scheme in Coweta County to Fulton County’s defiance of a court order to appoint GOP nominees Jason Frazier and Julie Adams. Host BKP unpacks the Georgia Republican Party’s internal power struggles, the critical Senate District 21 runoff on September 23, 2025, and the push for hand-marked paper ballots. Stay tuned for insights into Brad Raffensperger’s role, Buddy Carter’s Trump-backed Senate campaign, and the high-stakes battle for election integrity in Georgia.

Frost Family Controversy in Coweta County:
The Frost family, led by Brant Frost IV, is implicated in a $140M Ponzi scheme through First Liberty Building and Loan, affecting investors aged 76 to 93.
Katie Frost remains the Third District Chair and a member of the Georgia Republican Party’s executive and state committees, maintaining influence despite the scandal.
Krista Frost serves as Second Vice Chair of the Coweta County GOP and on the state committee, while Brant Frost V resigned as Coweta County GOP Chair but retains control through a proxy, Nina Blackwelder, appointed in a meeting on August 28, 2025.
Critics, including State Rep. Josh Bonner and Maxwell Britton, call the meeting “cringe-worthy” and a “bait-and-switch,” accusing Frost loyalists of manipulating votes to keep power.
Fulton County Board of Commissioners Defiance:
The Fulton County Board of Commissioners faces a $10,000 daily fine for defying a court order to appoint GOP nominees Jason Frazier and Julie Adams to the Board of Registration and Elections, with a vote scheduled for September 3, 2025.
Democratic Commissioners Dana Barrett and Mo Ivory, backed by 23 Democratic lawmakers led by Rep. Park Cannon and gubernatorial candidates Jason Estevez and Derek Johnson, oppose the appointments, citing Frazier’s voter registration challenges and Adams’ refusal to certify 2024 primary results.
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger called the defiance “reckless,” and GOP Chair Josh McKoon demands contempt charges, potentially including jail time.
The agenda for September 3 includes public comments and a vote on Frazier and Adams’ appointments, with an executive session on litigation to follow.
Senate District 21 Runoff (September 23, 2025):
The podcast emphasizes the critical runoff in Senate District 21, where the Democratic candidate’s 39.5% in the August 26, 2025, primary (8,438 votes) gives them an edge over Republican Dickerson’s 3,707 votes.
Republicans face challenges rallying voters who supported other candidates, while Democrats need only mobilize their base, making this race pivotal for Georgia’s political landscape.
A Democratic win could be framed as a major victory, impacting future races, including the 2026 governor and Senate contests.
Push for Hand-Marked Paper Ballots:
Republican lawmakers Victor Anderson and Tim Fleming urge a voluntary test of hand-marked paper ballots for the November 2025 Public Service Commission election, awaiting approval from Brad Raffensperger.
Counties must opt-in for the pilot program, and listeners are encouraged to contact their local election boards and Raffensperger’s office to support the initiative for enhanced election security.
Buddy Carter’s Senate Campaign:
U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter is investing another $1M of his personal fortune into his Senate campaign, leveraging a Trump endorsement to counter Gov. Brian Kemp’s support for Derek Dooley.
Kemp’s alleged leaked comments suggest Mike Collins cannot win the general election due to his “too red” voting record, positioning Dooley as a less controversial candidate.
The podcast questions whether Carter should exit the race given Kemp’s influence and the financial stakes, including claims of the Kemp family’s potential $14M gain from the campaign.
Georgia Republican Party Leadership Critique:
Host BKP criticizes Georgia GOP Chair Josh McKoon for failing to address the Frost family’s influence and the Coweta County GOP’s dysfunction, calling him a “coward” with no leadership ability.
Questions are raised about McKoon’s potential ties to the Frost family’s business, including whether he referred clients to First Liberty Building and Loan or received referral fees.