A judge appointed by former President Donald Trump quashes a subpoena aimed at obtaining information related to Georgia election workers, according to reports. The subpoena was sought as part of a Justice Department effort to gather information connected to claims about the 2020 election. The judge rejects the government’s request for records described as “private and sensitive,” saying it is pursued without a legitimate law enforcement purpose, as characterized by the decision. The ruling criticizes the Department of Justice for seeking information from individuals involved in Georgia’s election process rather than demonstrating a lawful basis for the demand. The judge’s decision limits the government’s ability to compel the requested material, effectively halting that part of the subpoena campaign tied to election-related allegations. The case centers on the scope and justification for information gathering and whether the government can require such data from election workers without a specific, lawful enforcement rationale. The ruling reflects ongoing disputes over investigative tools and legal thresholds for obtaining personal information in politically charged election matters.