The scene outside the Fulton jail ahead of Trump surrender

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution has a team of reporters and photographers at the Fulton County Jail to cover the events leading to the surrender of former President Donald Trump.

Good morning Atlanta — I’m posted at the Fulton County Jail this morning to cover the lead-up to this afternoon’s anticipated surrender and booking. Stay with @ajc for updates.https://t.co/lV9jy8mzLm pic.twitter.com/p4ohTE7i91
— Zachary Hansen (@zach_ehansen) August 24, 2023

Rice Street has been completely blocked off outside the facility, and only members of the media have been granted access. We expect more demonstrators to make their way to the area Thursday, with a rally in support of the former president planned for 10 a.m. outside the jail.

The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office announced a “hard lockdown” around the jail will be in effect during the time Trump surrenders, meaning no one will be allowed in or out. The FAA has issued temporary flight restrictions around the jail starting at 6:45 p.m.

So far, the only people outside the Fulton County Jail are members of the media. We anticipate more protestors, onlookers, etc. as the day continues and we get closer to the anticipated surrender and booking for former President Donald Trump. Stay with @ajc for more. pic.twitter.com/a1QokQ44pW
— Zachary Hansen (@zach_ehansen) August 24, 2023

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Zachary Hansen

Zachary Hansen, a Georgia native, covers economic development and commercial real estate for the AJC. He's been with the newspaper since 2018 and enjoys diving into complex stories that affect people's lives.

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