In a stunning turn of events, the Arizona electors case has been sent crashing back to the grand jury, marking a significant blow to the prosecution led by Democrat Attorney General Chris Mays. A superior court judge has ruled that the state failed to properly instruct the grand jury on the critical provisions of the Electoral Count Act, a misstep that has sent shockwaves through the legal landscape.

This ruling comes as a major embarrassment for Mays, who has faced fierce criticism for her handling of the case against prominent Republican figures, including Christina Bob, a key defendant and former Trump attorney. Bob, who was facing nine felony indictments, celebrated the judge’s decision as a victory, asserting that the prosecution’s case was fundamentally flawed from the start. “The judge got it exactly right,” she stated, underscoring the weight of the ruling that demands a complete restart of the proceedings.

The judge’s decision highlights a critical failure by the prosecution: the grand jury was not provided with the text of the Electoral Count Act, which is central to the defense’s argument that the defendants acted lawfully. This oversight raises serious questions about the integrity of the prosecution’s case and has opened the door for potential dismissal of the charges altogether. Mays has vowed to appeal the ruling, but legal experts warn that such a reversal could be a “death knell” for the prosecution’s efforts.

“This is partisan politics at its worst,” Bob declared, echoing sentiments shared by many Republicans who believe the case was a politically motivated attack. The ruling not only underscores the challenges facing Mays and her team but also signals a broader struggle within the legal system as prosecutors in multiple states pursue cases against Republican officials following the 2020 election.

As the dust settles, the implications of this ruling could reshape the narrative around election-related prosecutions in Arizona and beyond. With Mays’ credibility now in question and the prosecution’s strategy in disarray, all eyes will be on the next steps taken in this increasingly contentious legal battle.