GeorgiaGeorgia Rep. Vernon Jones Switches to Republican Party00CopyFacebookXTruthGettrLinkedInTelegramEmailSavePrintGeorgia Democratic Rep. Vernon Jones addresses the virtual Republican National Convention on Aug. 24, 2020. Courtesy of the Committee on Arrangements for the 2020 Republican National Committee via Getty ImagesZachary StieberSenior Reporter1/6/2021|Updated: 1/6/2021Georgia state Rep. Vernon Jones, who was elected as a Democrat, announced on Jan. 6 that he’s joining the Republican Party.“Now more than ever, the Republican Party is in desperate need of leaders that know how to fight. I know how to fight,” he said in a statement.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentZachary StieberSenior ReporterZachary Stieber is a senior reporter for The Epoch Times based in Maryland. He covers U.S. and world news. Contact Zachary at [email protected]Author’s Selected ArticlesUSDA Urges Court to Rule Against Motion That Would Force It to Fund Food Stamp ProgramOct 30, 2025Trump’s New Surgeon General Nominee to Appear for Confirmation HearingOct 30, 2025RFK Jr. Says Officials Exploring Feasibility of Breaking Up MMR VaccineOct 29, 2025FDA Says It’s Eliminating Requirements for Generic Versions of Expensive DrugsOct 29, 2025Related TopicsGeorgiaVernon Jones
