2026 gubernatorial election

Georgia Lawmakers Divided on the War Against Iran Georgia Democrats have all called for an immediate vote from Congress on a War Powers Resolution. To them, President Trump has acted beyond his authority and must be checked as soon as possible. Georgia Republicans praised the President for taking on the Iranian regime and strengthening America’s position […]

Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) joined the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) in announcing that the state has made history again by surpassing $60.2 billion in exports in the 2025 calendar year.  Gov. Kemp attributed this new record to the state’s logistics industry and its legion of hardworking small businesses. With these in hand, the […]

Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) celebrated the advancement of the True Patriotism and Universal Student Access Act this week after the Georgia Senate passed the bill with a bipartisan vote of 46-7. Also known as Senate Bill (SB) 552, the bill was sponsored by Senator Ben Watson (R – Savannah) and is now headed to […]

Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA), joined by Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA), Speaker Jon Burns (R-159), House and Senate Appropriations Chairmen Blake Tillery (R-19) and Matt Hatchett (R-155), and members of the Georgia General Assembly, signed HB 973, the Amended Budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026. In his remarks, Gov. Kemp stressed that this budget will […]

The Georgia governor's race officially starts today with all candidates being required to submit their paperwork by Friday to get their names on the ballot for the May 19 primary election. The race comes as current Georgia Governor Brian Kemp ends his second consecutive term in office, as Georgia law prohibits Governors from serving more […]

Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) and the Georgia Senate recently took a decisive step toward ensuring transparency and lawfulness in the state’s judicial system by passing Senate Bill (SB) 218.  In a statement, Lt. Gov. Jones expressed pride in advancing the bill alongside State Senator Randy Robertson (R-29). He confirmed that the bill is meant […]

Attorney General Chris Carr recently announced that he is leading a 19-state coalition in fighting to preserve access to automatic license-plate readers (ALPRs), a critical law enforcement tool that has helped to solve murders, kidnappings, and armed robberies. AG Carr made a case as to why law enforcement needs access to ALPRs, saying that they […]

Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) recently announced a new priority for the 2026 Legislative Session, the True Patriotism and Universal Student Access (TPUSA) Act. The legislation is sponsored by Senator Ben Watson (R – Savannah) and is set to be introduced today.  While promoting the bill on X, Lt. Gov. Jones stated that this will […]

Attorney General Chris Carr recently launched an investigation into Roblox, an online gaming and chat platform used by millions of children and teens, to determine whether the company is violating state consumer protection laws and putting children at risk. In a statement, AG Carr remarked on the changing nature of predatory activity. As a father […]

The National Lieutenant Governors Association (NLGA) has opened the application period for the fifth annual Lt. Governors’ STEM Scholarship Program, awarding up to $1,000 for 12 schools in an effort to support STEM-related activities for youth.  Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) has publicly invited all Georgia schools to apply for this program and expressed pride […]

Leading Georgia Republicans are celebrating the recent passage of two income tax proposals, which are unanimously backed by the Senate Republican Caucus and are set to provide maximum relief for hardworking Georgians.  Originally sponsored by State Senator Blake Tillery (R-19), the proposals include Senate Bill (SB) 476 and SB 477. Both of these are set […]

Attorney General Chris Carr has indicted six individuals in Fulton County in connection with nearly $230,000 in COVID-related fraud. The defendants are alleged to have engaged in a scheme to defraud the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) Emergency Rental Assistance Program. In a statement, Carr emphasized the depraved nature of this kind of fraud. […]

Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) recently announced that the Georgia Senate has introduced two income tax cut proposals, unanimously backed by the Senate Republican Caucus, to maximize relief for hardworking Georgians.  Lt. Gov. Jones has been leading the effort to reduce the state tax burden, and both pieces of legislation provide real tax relief and […]

Political outsider and multi-billionaire Rick Jackson launched his campaign for Governor of Georgia this week. The new Republican candidate enters a competitive field alongside Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones, Attorney General Chris Carr, and Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. Jackson’s campaign got off to a strong start on X, with his campaign sharing posts advertising the […]

Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) has announced a new top priority for the 2026 Legislative Session – reaffirming his commitment to empowering parents and expanding educational opportunity for students.  “Every Georgia parent deserves the freedom to choose the educational environment that best meets their child’s unique needs,” said Lt. Gov. Jones. “As Lieutenant Governor, I […]

A Gwinnett County Police Officer was killed in the line of duty recently after responding to a call related to ongoing fraud and forgery at a Holiday Inn. After entering the hotel room and engaging in conversation with the suspect, the suspect opened fire on the officers unprovoked.  According to officials, one officer returned fire […]

Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) recently announced that the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) and Mercer University have signed new transfer agreements to create seamless pathways for technical college students to earn bachelor’s degrees. Expanding Student Pathways Known as articulation agreements, this kind of partnership allows graduates from any of TCSG’s 22 colleges to transfer […]

In a press release, State Senator Bill Cowsert (R-Athens) detailed how the Georgia General Assembly began 2026 with a productive start after gaveling in the Legislative Session on January 12th.  First Week The first week began with Georgia’s congressmen attending the Eggs & Issues Breakfast, hosted by members of the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce, […]