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Trump's Georgia Rally Highlights Midterm Strategy and Physical Insults
politics2 days ago

Trump's Georgia Rally Highlights Midterm Strategy and Physical Insults

President Donald Trump held a campaign rally in Dalton, Georgia, on October 16, 2026, to support Republican Senate candidate Mike Collins and gubernatorial nominee Rick Jackson. The event featured Trump’s characteristic focus on the physical appearance of his allies and opponents, alongside a visit from former NFL star Todd Gurley. The rally underscores the divergent strategies of Georgia’s Republican candidates as they navigate a competitive midterm environment marked by high fuel prices and economic concerns.

via The Daily Beast|
#donald-trump#georgia-politics#midterm-elections
politics5 days ago

Georgia Governor Race Remains Deadlocked as Jackson Leads Bottoms by Two Points

A new poll shows Republican Rick Jackson holding a 49% to 47% lead over Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms in the Georgia governor race, a margin within the error range. Analysts describe the contest as stagnant, with record early voting turnout and strong Black voter participation keeping the race tight despite Jackson's absence from a recent debate.

via James Magazine|
#early-voting#georgia-election#keisha-lance-bottoms
Georgia GOP Candidate Rick Jackson Skips Debate, Leaving Opponent to Address Empty Podium
politics6 days ago

Georgia GOP Candidate Rick Jackson Skips Debate, Leaving Opponent to Address Empty Podium

Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson skipped a high-profile debate in Georgia, leaving Democratic opponent Keisha Lance Bottoms to address an empty podium. Bottoms used the absence to highlight Jackson’s prior stance on requiring proof of rape for abortion access. The snub occurred just as early voting began in the state.

via The Daily Beast|
#2026-midterms#debate-snub#georgia-governor-race
Georgia gubernatorial candidates clash on data centers and surveillance in final debate
politics12 days ago

Georgia gubernatorial candidates clash on data centers and surveillance in final debate

Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms and Republican Rick Jackson held their only joint debate on October 7, clashing over data centers, surveillance, and election security. Bottoms called for a pause on data center construction and a moratorium on Flock cameras, while Jackson defended his record and opposed restrictions. Both candidates avoided major gaffes, but the debate highlighted deep divides on economic policy and federal intervention in elections.

via The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|
#data-centers#election-2026#georgia-governor
Georgia Governor’s Race: Bottoms and Jackson Clash in Sole Debate
politics13 days ago

Georgia Governor’s Race: Bottoms and Jackson Clash in Sole Debate

In a tight race for Georgia governor, Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms and Republican Rick Jackson held their only scheduled debate, focusing on economic affordability, data centers, and their respective relationships with President Trump. Bottoms criticized Jackson’s alignment with the administration, while Jackson attacked Bottoms’ record as Atlanta mayor. The debate highlighted the candidates' divergent approaches to tax relief and surveillance, occurring just weeks before early voting begins.

via NBC News|
#2026-midterms#economic-policy#georgia-politics
Georgia gubernatorial race sees split law enforcement backing as registration deadline passes
politics14 days ago

Georgia gubernatorial race sees split law enforcement backing as registration deadline passes

Democratic nominee Keisha Lance Bottoms secured endorsements from 32 current and former Georgia law enforcement officials, including former Atlanta Police Chief Rodney Bryant, while Republican rival Rick Jackson previously claimed support from 104 sheriffs. The voter registration deadline passed on October 5, with early voting scheduled from October 13 to 30 ahead of the November 3 general election.

via FOX 5 Atlanta|
#2026-midterms#georgia-governor-race#keisha-lance-bottoms
Rape-Tape Fallout Hits MAGA Candidate in Georgia Governor Race
politics4 months ago

Rape-Tape Fallout Hits MAGA Candidate in Georgia Governor Race

Georgia GOP hopeful Rick Jackson is under fire after a leaked recording captured him telling a voter that women who claim rape to obtain abortion should 'prove' it; the remarks come as Jackson, a MAGA billionaire, pulled off a runoff upset over Trump-backed Burt Jones and heads toward a November race against Keisha Lance Bottoms. Democrats seized on the clip to attack conservative abortion restrictions, while Jackson's campaign insists he supports Georgia's current law, which permits rape/incest exceptions only with a police report.

via The Daily Beast|
#abortion#donald-trump#georgia
Kemp backs Burt Jones in Georgia GOP governor runoff against Rick Jackson
politics4 months 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
politics4 months ago

Kemp backs Burt Jones in Georgia GOP runoff, signaling Trump-aligned support

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp endorsed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in the GOP gubernatorial runoff, giving Jones a high‑profile boost as he faces self‑funded challenger Rick Jackson and aims to capitalize on Kemp’s influence ahead of Tuesday’s vote; the endorsement aligns Kemp with Trump in a race that features historic spending and a tight, high‑stakes contest for the state’s next governor.

via Politico|
#brian-kemp#burt-jones#georgia