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Representative Brian Jack (R-GA03) recently visited the University of West Georgia (UWG) to announce $637,520 in a new investment secured through the federal government’s Community Development Fund. The funding will be used for safety and infrastructure improvements on campus. While delivering remarks to university staff, Rep. Jack expressed pride in representing the people of Carroll […]
Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) recently cosponsored the Respect for Local Communities Act, which requires the Federal government to secure written approval from state and local governments before opening new immigration detention or processing facilities. By cosponsoring this bill, Sen. Ossoff intends to support the City of Social Circle, GA, which opposes plans laid down by […]
Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J. Harper recently announced that a Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) Law Enforcement Operation conducted in DeKalb County resulted in the seizure of approximately $4.8 million in illegal hemp products. Commissioner Harper expressed a zero-tolerance policy for those attempting to sell marijuana under pretenses. He then clarified his intention to maintain […]
Georgia congressional Republicans have come out against the newly introduced House Resolution 4393, also known as the DIGNITY Act. Introduced by Representative Maria Salazar (R-FL27), the bill provides legal status and work authorization for undocumented immigrants who have been in the U.S. for over five years, among other provisions. To balance out its amnesty provision, […]
On the final day of this year’s legislative session, the Georgia House of Representatives unanimously passed House Bill 1283, bipartisan legislation allowing for the creation of Family Justice Centers. Family Justice Centers are multiagency centers that provide coordinated services to victims of family violence, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse, human trafficking, and associated crimes. […]
Attorney General Chris Carr recently filed an amicus brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to reverse a Ninth Circuit decision that undermines states’ ability to prevent noncitizens from voting in American elections. In the brief, AG Carr and 24 other attorneys general support three lawsuits against challenges to Arizona’s election integrity laws, implemented in 2022. […]
Former Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) has called for the 25th Amendment to be used against President Donald Trump after a recent Truth Social post suggesting the destruction of Iranian civilization. For context, President Trump has repeatedly expressed his frustration with the Iranian regime and their closing of the Strait of Hormuz amidst the ongoing […]
State Representative Marvin Lim (D-Norcross) recently applauded the final passage of House Bill 1161, which makes several updates to enhance roadway safety, clarify enforcement standards, and implement measures affecting drivers, law enforcement, and pedestrians. Rep. Lim pointed to road safety as Georgia’s top transportation issue and the need for consistent code. He thanked the Gwinnett […]
In the final days of the 2026 legislative session, the Georgia House of Representatives passed two new regulatory reform bills – House Bills 1247 and 1254 – to confront burdensome regulation and bureaucratic overreach. In a statement, Representative Matt Reeves (R-Duluth) applauded the House for taking this initiative. He noted the importance of the State’s […]
Attorney General Chris Carr has launched his new “Eyes on the Road” Campaign, a public safety initiative to locate and recover missing children. The Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit is leading the effort and seeks to recruit the private sector in the fight to combat human trafficking in Georgia. AG Carr commented on the brutal nature […]
Rick Jackson Visits Coweta County, Touts 'Outsider' Candidacy Like Trump Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson made a stop in Coweta County today to host a meet-and-greet with Georgia voters as he journeys toward the governorship. In an exclusive interview with Dome Politics, Jackson discussed his political aspirations, likening his "outsider" status to that of President Donald Trump when […]
Representative Mike Collins (R-GA10) and his campaign team stopped by Johns Creek, Georgia, yesterday to establish their new ‘Moms for Mike’ coalition. The coalition, unveiled during a luncheon, is made up entirely of Georgian mothers who wish to see the Representative replace Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA). Over 100 women joined Rep. Collins to kick off […]
The Georgia Senate recently agreed to pass the House substitute to Senate Bill 406, co-sponsored by Senator Donzella James (D–Atlanta) and known as the “Georgia Property Owners’ Bill of Rights Act.” This bill establishes new protections for property owners while increasing accountability for property owners’ associations statewide. When commenting on this development, Sen. James expressed […]
Representative Rich McCormick (R-GA07) today joined the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, one of Congress’s most critical committees tasked with ensuring the American people transparency, efficiency, and accountability across the federal government. In a statement, Rep. McCormick expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity. He outlined the importance of the committee, noting its role in […]
Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) celebrated the final passage of House Bill 1193, also known as the "monumental' Georgia Early Literacy Act of 2026. The bill takes a massive step towards addressing Georgia’s third-grade literacy rates, which have been a top priority for Speaker Burns this legislative session. In a statement, Speaker Burns praised […]
Representative Andrew Clyde (R-GA09) has endorsed Lt. Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) for governor, calling him an "incredible candidate." The race remains highly competitive, and candidates are seeking every possible advantage, including endorsements from prominent figures. In his endorsement, Rep. Clyde called the Lt. Governor an "incredible candidate" and praised him for having a "solid conservative […]
Senator Raphael Warnock (D-GA) is calling for a bipartisan investigation into a deadly Tomahawk missile strike on an Iranian elementary school. According to the New York Times, a military investigation determined that the United States was responsible for the strike, which killed at least 168 people, most of them children. In a letter sent to […]
Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson made a stop in Coweta County today to host a meet and greet with Georgia voters as he journeys to the governorship. The event took place in the City of Newnan and was hosted by the Redneck Gourmet, a famous restaurant known throughout Georgia. The outsider candidate arrived in his […]

