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Kemp backs Burt Jones in Georgia GOP governor runoff against Rick Jackson
politics29 days ago

Kemp backs Burt Jones in Georgia GOP governor runoff against Rick Jackson

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp endorsed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in the Republican governor runoff, describing Jones as a trusted ally as Jones competes with billionaire Rick Jackson for the GOP nomination; Kemp highlighted their joint record on economic policy and job creation, with election day Tuesday and heavy campaign advertising as the race heats up, and the winner set to face former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms in November.

via WSB-TV|
#brian-kemp#burt-jones#georgia-politics
politics1 month ago

Trump backs Collins in Georgia runoff, intensifying GOP intra-party clash

President Donald Trump endorsed Rep. Mike Collins in Georgia’s Republican Senate runoff, a move that spots Collins with Trump’s MAGA backing in the final days before Tuesday’s vote and sets up a proxy clash with Gov. Brian Kemp. The endorsement comes after Collins led in the first round and follows months of behind-the-scenes jockeying; its ultimate impact on the race remains uncertain as Georgia Republicans weigh Trump’s influence against Kemp’s power in a must-win battleground state.

via Politico|
#derek-dooley#georgia#georgia-politics
Georgia makes metro Atlanta local elections nonpartisan for 2028
politics2 months ago

Georgia makes metro Atlanta local elections nonpartisan for 2028

Gov. Brian Kemp signed HB 369 to convert most local races in Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton, and Gwinnett counties to nonpartisan contests starting in 2028. The move could complicate re-election bids for Democratic prosecutors like Fulton County DA Fani Willis and is expected to trigger legal challenges, as opponents label it racist, unconstitutional, and aimed at curbing power in Georgia’s largest Democratic-leaning region.

via AJC.com|
#atlanta-metro#court-challenge#fani-willis
politics2 months ago

Georgia’s AI data-center boom tests voters on cost and control

Georgia’s multibillion-dollar AI data-center expansion, buoyed by tax breaks and a stable power grid, is triggering bipartisan backlash as voters worry about rising electricity bills, water use, and local input on siting; the issue is shaping a pivotal governor’s race and Ossoff’s Senate bid, with Republicans emphasizing local control and incentives while Democrats push pauses or reforms, a dynamic highlighted by a Forsyth-area special election and mirrored by national debates over data-center incentives.

via Politico|
#ai-megasites#data-centers#energy-costs
Georgia mourns as longtime Rep. David Scott dies at 80
politics2 months ago

Georgia mourns as longtime Rep. David Scott dies at 80

U.S. Rep. David Scott, a Democratic longtime Georgia lawmaker who represented the 13th District, has died at age 80. The office described his passing as unexpected and said more details would be released; Scott had served about 50 years in public service and chaired the House Agriculture Committee early in Biden's term, later serving as ranking member after Republicans gained control in 2023. Tributes poured in from state leaders as he sought a 13th term in the May 19 primary.

via CBS News|
#david-scott#georgia-politics#georgias-13th-district
Georgia and Texas races heat up as GOP candidates enter Senate contests
politics11 months ago

Georgia and Texas races heat up as GOP candidates enter Senate contests

Derek Dooley, a former Tennessee football coach and son of Georgia legend Vince Dooley, is entering the Georgia Senate race as a political outsider, emphasizing his football background and Georgia roots, and positioning himself as a contrast to other Republican candidates who heavily support Trump. The race is part of a broader effort by Republicans to reclaim a Senate seat previously held by Democrats, with the primary field still evolving after Georgia's governor decided not to run.

via ABC News|
#derek-dooley#georgia-politics#georgia-senate-race
MLB All-Star Game Returns to Atlanta Amid Mixed Reactions
politics1 year ago

MLB All-Star Game Returns to Atlanta Amid Mixed Reactions

The return of the All-Star Game to Atlanta has largely gone uncriticized by top Georgia Democrats, despite their previous opposition to the 2021 election law that led to its earlier boycott, highlighting a shift in political stance or priorities. Meanwhile, Georgia voters are choosing a Democratic nominee for the Public Service Commission amid concerns about undervotes and candidate disqualifications, and other political developments include education funding debates and election procedure reviews.

via AJC.com|
#all-star-game#election-law#georgia-democrats
SEC Charges Georgia Republican with $140M Ponzi Scheme
business1 year ago

SEC Charges Georgia Republican with $140M Ponzi Scheme

The SEC has accused Georgia Republican Edwin Frost of running a Ponzi scheme that defrauded 300 investors of $140 million, misusing funds for personal expenses and political donations, and operating since 2021 with false promises of high returns. Frost has taken responsibility and pledged to repay investors, while the scheme has been shut down and assets frozen.

via The New York Times|
#business#edwin-frost#georgia-politics
politics1 year ago

Senate Divided on Arms Sales to Israel Amidst Democratic Shift

The recent U.S. Senate vote on military assistance to Israel, opposed by Senator Jon Ossoff, highlights the political challenges he faces as Georgia's first Jewish senator amid the Israel-Hamas conflict. Ossoff's stance, which aligns with a more cautious approach to arms sales, has drawn criticism from both Republicans and pro-Israel groups, potentially impacting his 2026 reelection campaign. This situation underscores the broader political dynamics in Georgia, where Republicans are poised to scrutinize Ossoff's every move in the lead-up to the next election cycle.

via The Atlanta Journal Constitution|
#bernie-sanders#georgia-politics#israel-hamas-conflict
Doug Collins Tapped by Trump to Lead Veterans Affairs
politics1 year ago

Doug Collins Tapped by Trump to Lead Veterans Affairs

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former U.S. Representative Doug Collins to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs. Collins, a close ally of Trump and a former Air Force chaplain, is known for his staunch defense of Trump during impeachment hearings and his conservative record in Congress. If confirmed, Collins will oversee an agency responsible for the care of 8.3 million veterans. His nomination is seen as noncontroversial, with supporters highlighting his military background and commitment to veterans' issues.

via The Atlanta Journal Constitution|
#cabinet-nomination#doug-collins#georgia-politics