Ex-Sheriff Victor Hill Plans Democratic Primary Challenge to Rep. Nikema Williams

Former Clayton County Sheriff Victor Hill, recently released from federal prison after serving time for violating detainees' civil rights, has announced plans to run for Congress, teasing a formal campaign launch on social media for June 10, 2024. Hill, convicted in 2022 for ordering inmates to be strapped into restraint chairs for hours, lost his law enforcement certification and is currently on probation, but is not legally barred from seeking federal office. While Hill has not officially filed paperwork or specified which seat he will seek, indications suggest he could challenge either Rep. Nikema Williams in Georgia’s 5th District or Rep. David Scott in the 13th District. Williams, who succeeded civil rights icon John Lewis, recently stepped down as Georgia Democratic Party chair, and Scott faces multiple primary challengers. Hill’s candidacy is expected to bring renewed scrutiny to his conviction and legal controversies, as he also faces ongoing civil lawsuits. Despite his felony record and probation, Hill claims he aims to bring 'strength and common sense' to the Democratic Party, motivated in part by encouragement from fellow inmates.