“When the government does what it did here, not telling the judge all the facts … that’s a fraud on the court,” Frisch asserted.
However, the prosecution remained undeterred. Assistant U.S. Attorney F. Turner Buford staunchly defended the government’s actions, stating compliance with discovery obligations.
The Verdict’s Future
As the courtroom tension peaked, evidence of Mackey’s multifaceted strategies to mislead voters came to light. Among his arsenal was an image, particularly aimed at Black voters, which implied an easy “Vote from Home” option via text. The result? Approximately 4,900 unsuspecting individuals texted Mackey’s “Avoid the Line” number.
While the web of allegations, evidence, and rebuttals continue, Judge Donnelly has decided to mull over the matter, leaving followers of this legal drama in eager anticipation.
