Former Democratic candidate Patty Durand was arrested by Georgia Capitol Police after Georgia Power accused her of stealing confidential documents during a Public Service Commission hearing. Surveillance video reportedly shows Durand taking a booklet related to Georgia Power\u2019s proposed energy expansion plan. Durand, a longtime utility watchdog, has criticized the company\u2019s data center contracts and potential rate increases. Authorities are investigating the incident, while Georgia Power is cooperating with law enforcement.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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