Mark Meadows Testifies in Georgia Election Interference Case

Meadows Asked Supreme Court to Recognize 'Just Following Orders' Defense

Right-Wing Justice Expresses Skepticism

Former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows testified in a federal courtroom in Georgia on Monday, where he argued that the Fulton County District Attorney's 41-count indictment against him should be dismissed because he was "just following orders" from former President Donald Trump.

However, Judge William Alsup, a Trump-appointed conservative, expressed skepticism about Meadows's defense. Alsup said, "I am not sure I really understand the 'just following orders' defense."

Meadows's testimony comes as part of the ongoing investigation into Trump's alleged efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election in Georgia. The indictment alleges that Meadows and 18 other defendants conspired to pressure local officials to change the outcome of the election in Trump's favor.

Meadows has denied any wrongdoing and has argued that he was acting on behalf of Trump when he pressured Georgia officials. However, prosecutors have presented evidence that Meadows made false statements about the election and sought to interfere with the counting of ballots.

The trial is expected to continue for several weeks. If convicted, Meadows could face up to 15 years in prison.