If elected, how will you use your authority to influence abortion access or enforcement of abortion restrictions? He said the media wanted the more dramatic narrative that we wanted to overturn the elections.. I appreciate everything youre doing, and so does this big crowd, Trump said during his speech. The son of Martha and Bill Jones, the state senator grew up in a family of public servants. Jones, who played for Richt and the Bulldogs, started out as a walk-on player. or anything. But, some online reports estimate it to be around $91 million. 2023 Complexity shuts you out, ACC opens the door for you. During my time in the state Senate, Ive had a great relationship with my colleagues on the other side of the aisle. Many are asking what happened to Burt Jones, the out-spoken champion of investigations following the 2020 Elections. Be Proactive. It seemed inevitable, and the endorsement was coming. Campaign trail.one color. Ill stand with our men and women in law enforcement to crack down on violent crime, increase pay and benefits for our first responders, and keep our communities safe. State of Georgia government websites and email systems use "georgia.gov" or "ga.gov" at the end of the address. On abortion: Jones said he has no intention of pushing for further abortion restrictions. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. William Burton Jones (born April 25, 1979) is an American politician and businessman who is serving as the 13th lieutenant governor of Georgia, since 2023. When theres not a lot of confidence, if people do not trust the system, its hard to convince them otherwise. Choose wisely! [20], Jones announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for lieutenant governor in August 2021. and second as a candidate. The sheer fact there was no appropriate agency that did a deep dive, particularly in 2020, in Fulton County is why people are still talking about it and upset about it., He said the issue was particularly crucial because Georgia was the only state in the country with two Senate seats on the line. He and others pushed for a more secure signature verification system and an investigation into fraud allegations, but he says the media did not accurately portray what they were trying to do. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. Don't Threaten. The bottom line: Jones said his office plans to take a more collaborative approach with the state senate. Please log in, or sign up for a new, free account to read or post comments. But when you have people who have potentially violated the law, they need to be held accountable. I have been editor of the Rockdale Citizen since 1996 and editor of the Newton Citizen since it began publication in 2004. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson, Pool) In the weeks after the 2020 election, Republican State Sen. Burt Jones joined a fake slate of electors for Donald Trump after Joe Biden won the 2020 election in Georgia. Every Monday, find a list of upcoming events in your email inbox. Jones attended the University of Georgia from 1999 to 2003. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); What happened to Burt? 327-A CLOB Atlanta burt.jones@senate.ga.gov 4046560082 GA 327-A CLOB 30334 April 25 University of Georgia Jones Burt Jones Insurance Agent Owner Jan Document https: . Burt has only been on the job for less than a couple of weeks. Burt Jones addresses the General Assembly. I am also currently executive editor of the Clayton News Daily, Henry Daily Herald and Jackson Progress-Argus. As per his profile on Wikipedia, Burt ran a successful Insurance Company before entering politics just after college. 920 Green Street SW, Suite A1 During Jones 13-year tenure on the Board, he was absent at 41% of the 138 Board meetings. Right now, health care is too expensive and, in some cases, inaccessible. Jones was first elected to the State Senate in 2012, upsetting the incumbent Milledgeville man Johnny Grant and becoming the first non-Baldwin County resident to represent District 25 in the State Senate in at least 75 years. He is married to Jan Boswell Jones and has 2 children. An official website of the State of Georgia. In fact, Burt played an integral role in the passage of the Election Integrity Act (S.B. His style is to air differences behind closed doors, not in press conferences and press releases. Please help update this article to reflect recent events or newly available information. Please do not publish my email address. The politician made headlines recently for being endorsed by the former President of the United States Donald Trump. blessings and prayers from us to you in this time of grief. I'd have to say my father, Bill Jones. What he's saying: "There's not one group of people that have a patent on good ideas," Jones told Axios. He only had 15 minutes for his inaugural speech. As a father and husband, I know how precious the gift of life is and Ill always be someone who supports and protects innocent life. If you are elected (or re-elected), what problems will you spend the most time solving and why? Despite the lies and smear tactics of my opponent, Ive been crystal clear on this issue. In June 2021, Jones flew along with Brandon Beach and others to Arizona to learn about the Maricopa audit and gather a blueprint for a similar approach in Georgia. Im hopeful, he added. Nathan Deal and others. Let others know about your loved one's death. We'd love to hear eyewitness State Sen. Burt Jones (R-Jackson), an ardent Trump supporter and self-described "underdog," launched his campaign for lieutenant governor of Georgia by vowing to eliminate the state's income tax and electronic voting machines. The first round of plus-sized BURT JONES FOR GEORGIA signs recently began rolling out. Im for clean energy, but the market will determine when those other forms of energy are sustainable. [11][12] In December 2020, Jones was one of four state Senate Republicans who signed a petition calling on the Georgia General Assembly to overrule the outcome of democratic elections within the state and "take back the power to appoint electors. [16] In July 2021, Jones was featured at a pro-Trump convention in Rome, Georgia, centering on Trump's false claims of election fraud. Jones is a 1998 graduate of Woodward Academy and a 2002 graduate of University of Georgia, where he played football and majored in history. Jones filed paperwork Friday, Aug. 6, 2021, to campaign for lieutenant governor in 2022, launching another Republican candidacy that will be closely tied to denying Donald Trump's 2020 loss of Georgia . Under what circumstances would you expand Medicaid in Georgia? How will you work to represent Georgians whose political views differ from your own? A sixth-generation Jackson native, Burt works with his familys business, Jones Petroleum, where he has served as an integral part of growing the diverse, multi-faceted company, employing nearly 2,000 Georgians. Instead he choses to work with them, not openly combative. After his endorsement by Donald Trump, Burt Jones came into the national limelight. Burt Jones is a successful businessman, community leader, former State Senator and the 13th Lieutenant Governor of the state of Georgia. Burt Jones is a small business owner and job creator, successful State Senator, husband, father, believer, and 6th generation Georgia native. 2, Lakers' Anthony Davis (foot) ruled out vs. Thunder, Bruins return home vs. Sabres fresh off road sweep, Conyers/Rockdale Planning Commission recommends denial of Honey Creek rezoning, Officials: Driver in fatal hit-and-run commits suicide, Rockdale County Sheriff's Office conducts active shooter training, Rockdale County residents urge leaders to deny high-density residential rezoning, Rockdale County girls basketball team advances to Elite Eight, Conyers native Cooper Jones to head up University of Mary athletic program, LETTER: Officials should slow residential growth in Rockdale County. I also work to rein in the costs of higher education. Former President Donald Trump put his thumb on the scale of Georgia Republican politics again Thursday, endorsing state Sen. Burt Jones in the GOP primary for lieutenant governor and reiterating his support for newly declared U.S. Senate candidate Herschel Walker. Get the latestobituaries delivered to your inbox every weekday morning. In 2014, the university named Jones a Distinguished Alumni and named him to its 40 Under 40 list. Editors note: This is the first in a series of interviews of candidates for Georgia lieutenant governor. [22] Donald Trump endorsed Jones. Call Us. William Burton-Jones was born on April 25, 1979, and is an American politician and businessman. A businessman and a Patriot, Burt will always stand for America First, and will help bring back Energy Independence, a Strong Border, Low Taxes, Great Education, and Safe Cities. Get the Rockdale and Newton Citizen e-editions delivered directly to your email inbox every Wednesday and Sunday morning. They are the parents of Stella, 12 and Banks, 9, and will soon celebrate their 15th wedding anniversary. ATLANTA |Today, Lt. Its going to send us into a recession if we dont change course., Immigration. At this point, an endorsement from Trump seems to be a matter of when, as opposed to if. Feel added pressure replacing the living legend? Georgia Senate President Pro Tem Butch Miller has conceded the race to frontrunner State Sen. Burt Jones, who was back by former President Trump. I grew up around the political process, and his dedication to public service was evident to me at a young age. These are the things we can accomplish working together and these are the things Ill be focused on delivering for every single Georgia resident. No one has fought harder for Election Integrity than Burt, and no state needs it more. Burts successful campaign for Lieutenant Governor focused on lowering taxes, improving our K-12 and higher education system, standing with law enforcement to strengthen public safety, and create more opportunities for every family in Georgia to succeedall things he will work to accomplish as our next Lieutenant Governor. Lt. Gov. I believe the 2022 elections will be the most accessible, fair and secure elections in our states history, and look forward to the results. Here are six races to look out for on Tuesday in the Georgia primaries. He is a small business . Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Get news alerts and breaking news stories from the Rockdale Citizen and Newton Citizen delivered to your email. On December 3, 2020, Burt Jones Chaired Georgia State Senate Hearings following the 2020 election. The concept of not having to pay excessive fees for expenditures* such as: travel amenities, cable and internet service, credit card and/or concert tickets; is being considered. As a former walk-on, Senator Jones was elected permanent team captain for the 2002 season, helping to steer the team to its first SEC Championship in 20 years. Im not a fan of keeping the machines in place because of the lack of confidence.. He earned a bachelors degree in history at UGA. I am confident you and Georgians will be delighted with actions they witness in this legislative session. Call 1-800-GEORGIA to verify that a website is an official website of the State of Georgia. [27] He went on to defeat Democratic nominee Charlie Bailey in the November 8th general election, by 5%.[29]. Among other things, the new law requires absentee ballot voters to provide identification; stops Fulton County from using mobile voting buses for casting votes; stops election offices from receiving direct funding from philanthropic groups and states drop boxes will be in every county in the state and located inside early voting sites. Buckhead City takes major step forward. Burt Jones is a small business owner and job creator, successful State Senator, husband, father, believer, and 6th generation Georgia native. Wrote the former president: State Senator Burt Jones is a Conservative warrior running for Lieutenant Governor in Georgia. He served on former president Trump's false slate of electors after the 2020 election, pushed for a special session on "voter fraud" and lost a committee chairmanship as a result. Other edits were made to make sure readers can fully follow and understand the candidate responses. October 31st, 2022. I am always up for a challenge and love to work hard to achieve my goals. Support local journalism by becoming a member. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. As a former walk-on, Senator Jones was elected by his teammates as permanent team captain for the 2002 season, helping guide the team to its first SEC Championship in 20 years. After attending Jackson Elementary School, Piedmont Academy and Monroe Academy, Jones graduated from Woodward Academy in College Park in 1998. Answering a call to service, Burt was elected to the State Senate for Georgias 25th District in 2012. Burt lives with his wife, Jan, and their two children, Stella and Banks, in Butts County, Burt and his family are active members of Rock Springs Church in Milner. From Jackson in Butts County, Jones has represented District 25 in the Georgia Senate for four two-year terms, having first been elected in 2012. At the same time he sticks firmly to his principles, no compromises. Burt also founded JP Capital & Insurance, Inc., a risk-management company specializing in retail insurance brokerage. Primary: (404) 656-5030. Before sharing sensitive or personal information, make sure youre on an official state website. A sixth-generation Jackson native, Burt works with his familys business, Jones Petroleum, where he has served as an integral part of growing the diverse, multi-faceted company, employing nearly 2,000 Georgians. However, the elder Jones was a Democrat. [14], On January 19, 2021, Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan stripped Jones of his chairmanship and membership of the state Senate Insurance and Labor Committee. While Jones was young when his father was getting out of politics, he says he too has been drawn to public service. Photo illustration: Brendan Lynch/Axios. Shortly thereafter, Jones outspoken position on the need for a Statewide forensic audit reportedly became significantly subdued. [7], In January 2022, the Justice Department began a criminal investigation into Jones' as one of the false electors who attempted to forge electoral certificates for the State of Georgia after the 2020 election. Enforce a legal immigration system that puts the lives and livelihoods of hardworking Georgians first and foremost., Public Safety. Jones, who faced Democrat Charlie Bailey, did not merely embrace lies about the 2020 election in Georgia. He was a state representative from 1976 to 1984. But, Jones has not disclosed his exact age. Georgia is a diverse, growing state and, as lieutenant governor, Ill be focused on policies that lift up every person in our state, regardless of their background, religion, color or creed. Breaking it down: This year, Jones says his priorities include: Yes, but: Jones also plans to uphold a campaign promise of eliminating the state income tax. Get headlines from the Rockdale Citizen delivered daily to your email inbox. In 2014, UGA named Burt a Distinguished Alumni and named him to its 40 Under 40 list. Were at 5.7%. Burt has a proven record of creating jobs, growing a successful business, and delivering results for Georgia families. Attempt to overturn 2020 presidential election results, Last edited on 23 February 2023, at 02:12, attempts to overturn the 2020 United States presidential election, 2022 Georgia lieutenant gubernatorial election, "Alumni Information: William Burton Jones", Republican Burt Jones officially launches lieutenant governor campaign, Burt Jones will run for Georgia lieutenant governor, Georgia 2018: Burt Jones won't run for higher office, Georgia Republicans center campaigns on false claims of election fraud, GOP State Sen. Burt Jones Launches 'Underdog' Lt. Gov. In short, I have not seen or heard a thing to justify a conclusion he has changed his position on election integrity, education, CRT or law enforcement. Each candidate was allotted 150 words for each answer and some answers were trimmed in order to abide by that length requirement. A Georgia judge on Monday blocked Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from investigating Burt Jones, a Republican state senator, as part of the investigation into efforts by former. [17] His style to help accomplish his goals is to not be combative. Kari lakes Net Worth & Personal Life (Updated), Tim Michels the 2022 Wisconsin gubernatorial election candidate, Truth Social app for android release date, Burt Jones is married to Janice L. Boswell, WATCH LIVE 247- Mike Lindell Tv and Brannon Howse, Frankspeech Live TV, WATCH LIVE 247- Steve Bannons, War Room Pandemic, WATCH LIVE 247 Real Americas Voice RAVTV Live Stream, Free Government iPhone Everything you need to know, Free Cell Phone Service for Life Unlimited Everything 2023. His motive is to serve to make things better in our State. Although much can change between now and next spring's Republican primary, the endorsement makes Jones a prohibitive favorite to win the GOP primary and become the Republican candidatein the November 2022 general election. Campaign, "Georgia State Senator Burt Jones (Republican 25)", "In Georgia, 'concerted' GOP pushback blocks Trump attempts to overturn election", "The Jolt: Election deniers in state Senate stripped of chairmanships", Kemp tells lawmakers they can't overturn results of Georgia's election, "Inside the campaign to undermine Georgia's election", "The Jolt: The new power players in Georgia's new politics", "Why fake Trump 'electors' from Georgia could face criminal scrutiny", "Prosecutor Warns Georgia Officials They May Face Charges in Trump Inquiry: The investigation could prove to be one of the most perilous legal problems facing the former president and his allies", GOP strife, Democratic crowd in Georgia lt. governor race, "Georgia Sen. 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