Judge denies Mark Meadows' bid to move Georgia election case to federal court

Meadows argued charges should be heard in federal court because he was acting as a federal official at the time

Judge rules allegations against Meadows not related to his official duties as White House chief of staff

Judge's ruling is a setback for Meadows, could make it more difficult for him to avoid prosecution

Case against Meadows is part of a wider investigation into Trump's efforts to overturn election results in Georgia

Judge's ruling is a victory for Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, who is leading the investigation

Case is still ongoing, it is not clear when Meadows will go to trial

Ruling could have implications for other cases related to Trump's efforts to overturn election

Case a reminder of legal challenges facing Trump and his allies

Case also a reminder of importance of free and fair elections