Georgia Secretary of State calls for suspension of Macon County elections supervisor after indictment
Call comes after federal indictment tied to health care fraud case
MONTEZUMA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is calling for the immediate suspension of Macon County Election Supervisor Tarshea Fudge-Riley following her federal indictment.
According to an indictment filed in U.S. District Court, Fudge-Riley is among several individuals accused of organizing fraudulent billing for mental health services that were not provided.
The indictment alleges the group used falsified documentation and coordinated efforts to bill public and private health benefit programs.
Prosecutors say the scheme involved billing for services that were never delivered, impacting taxpayer-funded programs, and insurers.
Raffensperger calls for action
“Georgians deserve absolute integrity from their election directors and staff,” Raffensperger said in a statement. “These are serious charges that jeopardize public trust.”
Raffensperger said Fudge-Riley should step aside while the legal process moves forward, adding that it is “troubling” she has not done so voluntarily.
Raffensperger also criticized the Macon County Commission for what he described as a lack of immediate action.
“It is deeply disappointing that the Macon County Commission has not acted swiftly in response to these developments,” Raffensperger said. “This lack of urgency undermines confidence in local election administration.”
State offers support ahead of midterms
Raffensperger said his office is prepared to assist Macon County as the 2026 midterm elections approach.
“Our office stands ready to assist Macon County in ensuring continuity of operations and upholding the integrity of its elections,” he said.