Crime & Safety
DeKalb Sheriff Stepping Down for U.S. Congressional Bid
Sheriff Thomas Brown plans to run against four-term U.S. Rep. Hank Johnson.
DeKalb County Sheriff Thomas Brown, who announced last fall that he is planning a congressional run, will step down from his post early next month.
Brown, who has served since 2001, plans to run against four-term U.S. Rep. Hank Johnson (D-Lithonia).
Brown has opened a campaign headquarters in Tucker.
Qualifying for state and federal races will be held in the county between March 3 and 7.
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