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February 17, 2026

Fulton County commission chair calls ongoing baseless 2020 election claims ‘annoying and frustrating’

On Monday’s edition of “Closer Look,” Chairman Pitts talked with host Rose Scott about the timeline of events before and after the raid. He also shared his thoughts about the unsealed warrant affidavit and what he believes this situation in Georgia could mean for the election process in other states.

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February 17, 2026
Fulton County commission chair calls ongoing baseless 2020 election claims ‘annoying and frustrating’

On Monday’s edition of “Closer Look,” Chairman Pitts talked with host Rose Scott about the timeline of events before and after the raid. He also shared his thoughts about the unsealed warrant affidavit and what he believes this situation in Georgia could mean for the election process in other states.

February 13, 2026
Fulton seeks to assure voters ahead of midterm elections

Chairman of the Fulton County Board of Commissioners Robb Pitts assured residents every legal vote will be counted in the midterm elections.

February 10, 2026
'Cannot bootstrap speculative hearsay': Fulton County rips apart FBI's 'possible cause' legal basis for seizing 2020 election ballots from warehouse

The county now says the affidavit only tended to confirm what lead plaintiff Fulton County Board of Commissioners Chairman Robb Pitts said from the start. The Trump administration's seizure of election ballots, ballot images, tabulators, and voter rolls from a warehouse was a "callous" constitutional violation that plainly seeks to rewrite the story of President Donald Trump's loss to Joe Biden in 2020, the amended motion said.

February 10, 2026
Unsealed documents in Fulton raid show FBI relied on election skeptics

At a brief news conference Tuesday, Fulton County Commission Chairman Robb Pitts said he had “no doubt whatsoever” that seizing the 2020 records was politically motivated and the search warrant was built on “recycled rumors, lies, untruths and unproven conspiracy theories.”

February 10, 2026
Fulton County Chairman Robb Pitts discusses unsealed affidavit in FBI's raid of elections hub

Fulton County Board of Commissioners Chairman Robb Pitts is responding after the affidavit used to justify the search warrant served at the Fulton County elections hub was unsealed on Tuesday.

February 5, 2026
Fulton County fights to reclaim its 2020 records after FBI seizure

Fulton Commission Chair Robb Pitts told reporters the federal criminal case against the county is about more than elections in Fulton or Georgia. He said it’s about the future of the nation.

February 4, 2026
Fulton county leader says he was warned he faced arrest before FBI raid

The Fulton county commission chair, Robb Pitts, said at a press conference this morning that he received a phone call last Monday – two days before the FBI served a criminal warrant to seize 2020 election documents – to warn that he, Georgia’s secretary of state, Brad Raffensperger, former Raffensperger deputy Gabriel Sterling and others in the state were at risk of imminent arrest by federal agents.

January 31, 2026
FBI raid lays groundwork for Georgia takeover of Fulton County elections

This FBI raid is a reminder that Fulton County remains a target. We will not give an inch to those who seek to undermine the control of our elections, whether it’s the State Election Board or the president himself.

January 30, 2026
Fulton County chairperson to President Trump: ‘Leave Fulton County alone’

"Every audit, every recount, every court ruling has confirmed what we the people of Fulton County already knew: Our elections were fair and accurate and every legal vote was counted," Robb Pitts, the chairman of the Fulton County Board of Commissioners, said at a press briefing Thursday.

January 29, 2026
Fulton County Official Warns Trump Is Targeting Him With FBI Raid

“This is by no means over,” said Fulton County Commission Chairman Robb Pitts.

January 28, 2026
Fulton County hopes to change state law one year after ransomware attack

"The theory is that if the bad actors know [municipalities can't pay], they won't waste time trying to force people to pay," Chairman Robb Pitts told 11Alive.

January 23, 2026
Fulton County Commission passes $1.041 billion budget, maintains current tax rate

The Fulton County Commission passed this year’s $1.041 billion operating budget in a 4-3 vote, keeping the assumed property tax rate flat at 8.87 mills. Support came from a bipartisan voting bloc that emerged last year, including Republican commissioners in North Fulton, and longtime Democrats, Chair Robb Pitts and Vice Chair Khadijah Abdur-Rahman.

January 8, 2026
Chairman Robb Pitts discusses Fulton County's plans for FIFA World Cup

Fulton County Board of Commissioners Chairman Robb Pitts breaks down the county's plans and preparations for this summer's FIFA World Cup games.

October 29, 2025
Fulton board of commissioners chairman lays out $750K plan to provide relief as SNAP goes on pause

Fulton County Chairman Robb Pitts introduced a $750,000 "food emergency plan" to provide relief to vulnerable residents, particularly seniors, affected by recent SNAP benefit interruptions.

August 6, 2025
Fulton County maintains property tax rate at 8.87 mills, avoids proposed increase

"I'm pleased that we can provide first-class services without having to raise taxes," said Board Chairman Robb Pitts, who credited the county’s financial team for maintaining a strong fiscal position. Pitts also highlighted the county’s AAA bond rating as a sign of solid financial management.

July 16, 2025
Fulton County Chairman calls on public to participate in corporate boycotts

Fulton County Commission Chair Rob Pitts says he’s been disturbed by corporations rolling back diversity, equity and inclusion policies.

July 2, 2025
Fulton County millage rate hike is bad for residents, worse for seniors

Every year around this time, the Fulton County Board of Commissioners faces a critical decision: setting the millage rate that ultimately determines how much residents pay in property taxes.

June 4, 2025
Fulton County chairman says he was 'disinvited' from White House meeting

A scheduled White House meeting for local leaders has turned into controversy after Fulton County Commission Chairman Robb Pitts said he was unexpectedly disinvited.

June 2, 2025
'We drove them here.' Fulton County partners with Georgia company on solar panel expansion project

LISTEN: Fulton County is focusing on sustainable energy as a way to save money and decrease emissions.

May 29, 2025
New dawn rises on Fulton County government as it commits to solar power

Administrators say solar power will save local taxpayers nearly $2.5 million dollars over the next two decades, and officials say this is just the beginning of a program designed to deliver sustainability and energy savings. “And also professional, high paying quality jobs for people in the communities. that’s why I say, it’s a win, win, win,” Pitts said.

April 9, 2025
New emergency room coming to South Atlanta aims to fill health care gaps

The new ER is one piece of a response to the closures, said Fulton County Commission Chairman Robb Pitts. In 2022, through a collaboration with the Morehouse School of Medicine and an accounting firm, Fulton County sought to identify the depth of health disparities across its geography and create a report.

April 9, 2025
Grady Health System breaks ground on new emergency department in Union City

“That there was a healthcare desert in south Fulton County, and I referred to it as redlining,” Fulton County Chairman Robb Pitts said.

March 6, 2025
Fulton County guarantees job interviews for resident federal workers

Pitts said the federal job cuts are becoming a growing concern for the local economy, as an estimated 2,000 federal workers have already been laid off or resigned, affecting residents across the metro area.

May 16, 2022
More Clear Evidence Fulton County Elections are Fair, Accurate, and Transparent

A judge’s recent decision to toss out another elections lawsuit is clear evidence that elections in Georgia – particularly in Fulton County – are fair, accurate and transparent.

April 4, 2022
Fulton County is A Leader in Offering an Additional $3.9 Million in Loans to Struggling Small Businesses Impacted By COVID-19

“Small businesses are the lifeblood of our economy and many have not yet recovered from the pandemic,” said Fulton County Chairman Robb Pitts. “So many were forced to layoff employees, temporarily close and face a scary, uncertain future. We must never stop doing all we can to help them get back on their feet and ensure they succeed.”

March 30, 2022
Fulton County Commission Chairman and Fulton County Schools Superintendent Host Youth and School Safety Summit

Reducing youth violence and school safety were the top priorities discussed during the first Youth and School Safety Summit hosted by Fulton County and Fulton County Schools on Thursday, March 31, 2022 at the Fulton County Government Center.

March 12, 2022
Fulton County Board of Commissioners Approves $1 Million to Support Veterans

“I am pleased to join Commissioner Arrington and my colleagues in supporting this important initiative,” said Chairman Pitts. “I have personally witnessed the struggles that many of our veterans face. With these dollars we can make an impact and save lives.”

March 9, 2022
Looking Towards the Future – Affordable Housing and Thoughtful Density

As our community looks toward the future, the Board of Commissioners is developing plans that offer a thoughtful and strategic vision for affordable housing for Fulton County residents.

March 1, 2022
Fulton County Chairman Robb Pitts Announces Redevelopment Plans for Fulton Industrial Boulevard

“As our community looks toward the future of the Fulton Industrial District, we are now developing a plan that provides a thoughtful and strategic vison for the future of the area,” said Chairman Robb Pitts. “This plan could provide for opportunities for expanded residential and retail developments in an a blighted area that is ready for growth.”

January 21, 2022
Fulton Chairman Robb Pitts Announces His Plans for Two New Multipurpose Centers

Fulton County Commission Chairman Robb Pitts announced his support for two new multipurpose centers in Fulton County. One of the new facilities would be in the county’s southern portion, while the other would be in the northern part.

September 6, 2021
MARTA Joins Fulton County in Supporting Small, Disadvantaged & Minority-Owned Banks with COVID Relief Deposits

The brainchild of Fulton County Chairman Robb Pitts, similar legislation was approved by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners in June that has resulted in a $10 million investment with two minority-owned financial institutions in Fulton County.

August 21, 2021
'Stay the Hell Out of Fulton County’: Georgia Official Issues Warning to Marjorie Taylor Greene on CNN

Fulton County Commission Chairman Robb Pitts has warned Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene to "stay the hell out" after the state's election board unanimously approved a bipartisan panel to review the county's election operations.

June 7, 2021
Mercedes-Benz Stadium vaccination site surpasses 300,000th dose on final day

Chairman Robb Pitts said the site surpassed 300,000 doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine administered. Monday is the final day for walk-up vaccinations at the stadium.

August 14, 2020
Fulton inks $3M deal with Sean Penn group to help rid county of COVID-19

Fulton County Commission Chairman Robb Pitts said the partnership is a critical investment in public health and community trust, adding that there is no cavalry coming to solve the crisis.

May 13, 2020
Jail isolation unit, feeding kids: Fulton’s $104M plan to fight COVID

In addition to public safety spending, the plan includes roughly $500,000 to feed children living in extended-stay motels. Pitts said the county partnered with six local restaurants to prepare and deliver meals to families who lost access to school-based food programs when buildings closed.

May 9, 2020
An Amazing Project to Provide Residents Wilderness Fun in the Heart of Fulton County

As Chairman, I lead discussions on taxes, elections and much more. All of those issues are important, but let’s not overlook the beauty of our environment that we must cherish. I am proud of this initiative that will improve the quality of life for all of us in Fulton County. Importantly, this is another feather in the cap of the great future of the City of South Fulton.

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