Georgia’s Primary Delayed, Special Legislative Session Called Because Of Coronavirus

Originally scheduled for March 24, Georgia’s presidential primary has been postponed until May because of the coronavirus outbreak.

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Georgia has decided to postpone its presidential primary, originally scheduled for March 24, until May because of the coronavirus.

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger made the call over the weekend, saying in-person voting presents “increased risk” to people casting ballots and working the polls.

“Events are moving rapidly and my highest priority is protecting the health of our poll workers, their families, and the community at large,” he said in a statement.