Columbus Democratic politicians question Jackson oil deal, candidate responds

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) – Several Georgia lawmakers are raising concerns over an oil deal involving Georgia gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson as reported by Bloomberg.

The report outlines a $20-million dollar loan given to support an oil refinery in Texas. Bloomberg reports the refinery also has a pending deal to supply oil to India.

Georgia House Minority Leader Carolyn Hugley, Representative Debbie Buckner and State House candidate Marquese Averett argued at a Thursday news conference that sending fuel overseas contributes to higher costs for local families…

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