THE FUZZY PEACH—10.9.2026—Jon Ossoff, Mike Collins Debate—Rick Jackson, Keisha Lance Bottoms Debate—Much More

THE FUZZY PEACH—10.9.2026—Jon Ossoff, Mike Collins Debate—Rick Jackson, Keisha Lance Bottoms Debate—Much More

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James Swafford
James Swafford
October 9, 2026

Georgia's Gubernatorial and Senatorial Candidates Face Off  in New Debates

Representative Mike Collins (R-GA) and Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) faced off in a debate over who should represent Georgia in the U.S. Senate. The two candidates clashed over immigration, tariffs, President Donald Trump, and personal disputes.

Rick Jackson and Keisha Lance Bottoms faced off in a town hall debate and answered questions directly from voters. The Republican and Democratic candidates for Georgia Governor clashed over President Donald Trump, healthcare, and data center construction.

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Garrison Douglas, Rick Jackson Campaign Spokesman, on the Gubernatorial Debate: “Keisha Lance Bottoms could not outrun her record as mayor of Atlanta tonight, and when asked to answer for it she deflected with false and misleading attacks because the truth about what she did to that city cannot be defended."

Rep. Mike Collins Calling Out Sen. Jon Ossoff for his Donor Connections: “One of his mega donors is data center billionaire Reid Hoffman, one of Epstein’s buddies out there. [Sen. Ossoff] has got to answer to those people. He doesn’t have to answer to local people.”

Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) on Expanding the State of Emergency: "With our farmers and truckers under heavy pressure, we're leaving no stone unturned when it comes to giving them relief, along with the hardworking Georgians who rely on the goods they produce and deliver."

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Raphael Warnock, Jon Ossoff Secure $11 Million for Infrastructure in Savannah -- By Dome Politics' James Swafford -- Senators Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Jon Ossoff (D-GA) recently secured more than $11.3 million in federal funding for the Freight Mobility, Military and Workforce Readiness Corridor Project on DeRenne Avenue in Savannah, Georgia.

Clay Fuller Celebrates $6 Million in EPA Funding for Northwest Georgia -- By Dome Politics' James Swafford -- Representative Clay Fuller (R-GA) recently joined the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)  and local community leaders in announcing a $6 million federal investment through brownfield funding across Northwest Georgia.

Brian Jack Welcomes SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler to Harris County -- By Dome Politics' James Swafford -- Representative Brian Jack (R-GA), Chairman of the Small Business Subcommittee on Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Workforce Development, recently welcomed Small Business Administrator Kelly Loeffler to Harris County.

Rick Jackson and Keisha Lance Bottoms Clash for the First Time at Town Hall Debate -- By Dome Politics' James Swafford

Governor Brian Kemp Expands State of Emergency, Suspends Diesel Penalties -- By Dome Politics' James Swafford -- Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) recently announced an amendment to the State of Emergency Order issued last week to include waiving penalties for the use of off-road "dyed" diesel, providing further relief to Georgia's truckers and farmers.

Rich McCormick Calls for Investigation into Suspected H-1B Visa Fraud -- By Dome Politics' James Swafford -- Representative Rich McCormick (R-GA) sent a letter to the Trump Administration calling for an investigation into suspected H-1B visa fraud and abuse in and around Georgia’s 7th Congressional District.

Brian Kemp Announces 320 New Hyundai Jobs Coming to West Point -- By Dome Politics' James Swafford -- Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) today announced that Hyundai Transys will invest nearly $560 million to expand its manufacturing capabilities in West Point, Georgia.

Mike Collins and Jon Ossoff Face Off in Heated Senatorial Debate -- By Dome Politics' James Swafford

James Swafford

James Swafford

James Swafford is a digital reporter Dome Politics specializing in congressional politics and state government. Swafford graduated from Georgia State University with a bachelor's degree in Political Science and a concentration in International Affairs and Comparative Politics. Swafford now has a year of experience following the Georgia General Assembly and was on the ground covering Vice President JD Vance's visit to Georgia. He also recently interned for former Senator Kelly Loeffler’s Greater Georgia political committee and is now working towards a graduate degree.

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