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Ossoff dominates Georgia Senate debate with personal attacks on Collins
politics4 days ago

Ossoff dominates Georgia Senate debate with personal attacks on Collins

In the first U.S. Senate debate in Georgia, incumbent Democrat Jon Ossoff aggressively challenged Republican challenger Mike Collins on his ties to white nationalists and support for President Trump’s policies. Despite leading in polls by 8 to 11 points, Ossoff adopted an underdog stance, accusing Collins of being a 'bigot' and a 'trust-fund kid.' Collins countered by attacking Ossoff’s wealth and voting record during the Biden administration. The debate highlighted the race’s shift from a close contest to a likely Democratic win, as national Republicans have redirected resources to other states.

Georgia Senate Debate Highlights Economic and Foreign Policy Divides
politics5 days ago

Georgia Senate Debate Highlights Economic and Foreign Policy Divides

The first debate in the Georgia Senate race featured sharp exchanges over the economy, tariffs, and foreign policy. Democratic incumbent Jon Ossoff criticized Republican challenger Mike Collins for supporting President Trump’s unpopular policies, while Collins blamed former President Biden for inflation. The debate also touched on election integrity and campaign controversies.

politics3 months ago

Kemp’s Georgia Gamble Tests His Political Reach

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp’s influence is put to the test in Tuesday’s runoffs: he backed Derek Dooley in the U.S. Senate race while Trump endorsed Mike Collins, and Kemp separately endorsed Burt Jones for governor as spending from Rick Jackson reshapes the contest. The outcomes will gauge whether Kemp can steer Georgia Republicans toward a broad, win-ready coalition that could matter for his 2028 ambitions, or whether Trump’s MAGA influence prevails in the state.

Former Coach Derek Dooley Launches Georgia Senate Bid
politics1 year ago

Former Coach Derek Dooley Launches Georgia Senate Bid

Derek Dooley, a former football coach and ally of Georgia Governor Brian Kemp, has entered the Republican primary to challenge Senator Jon Ossoff in Georgia, emphasizing his support for Trump and positioning himself as an outsider. The race is becoming increasingly crowded and contentious, with candidates vying for the Trump endorsement and navigating complex relationships with party leaders. Democrats see the primary chaos as beneficial for Ossoff's re-election prospects.

Georgia and Texas races heat up as GOP candidates enter Senate contests
politics1 year 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.

Senate Ethics Committee publicly admonishes Lindsey Graham for campaign fundraising on Capitol grounds.
politics3 years ago

Senate Ethics Committee publicly admonishes Lindsey Graham for campaign fundraising on Capitol grounds.

The Senate Ethics Committee issued an "admonishment" to Senator Lindsey Graham for violating Senate rules by soliciting campaign donations for Hershel Walker's Senate campaign in Georgia during a Fox News appearance in the rotunda of the Russell Senate Office building. The committee noted that Graham had also solicited donations in a media interview in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in October 2020. While the committee opted not to sanction Graham, they emphasized the importance of upholding the public trust and confidence in the United States Senate.