Keisha Lance Bottoms Enters Georgia Democrat Primary, Republican Governors Association Responds

Keisha Lance Bottoms Enters Georgia Democrat Primary, Republican Governors Association Responds

James Swafford
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May 20, 2025
Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has announced her bid for the Georgia gubernatorial primary. She joins state senator Jason Esteves as the only other person currently running.  In response to this announcement, the Republican Governors Association (RGA) has issued a statement. Communications Director Courtney Alexander commented thoroughly on both candidates  Alexander first ripped into […]
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Jon Ossoff Holds Oversight Session on Out-of-State Companies Buying up Single-Family Homes

Jon Ossoff Holds Oversight Session on Out-of-State Companies Buying up Single-Family Homes

James Swafford
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May 20, 2025
Jon Ossoff has prioritized investigating out-of-state companies buying up single-family homes. As part of this investigation, he recently held an oversight session to hear testimony from Georgians. The testimony comes from different parts of Georgia. Ossoff launched his investigation after a report from the Atlanta Journal Constitution came out in 2023. According to the report, […]
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Joe Biden Diagnosed With Aggressive Form of Cancer, Georgia Lawmakers Rally in Support

Joe Biden Diagnosed With Aggressive Form of Cancer, Georgia Lawmakers Rally in Support

James Swafford
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May 19, 2025
Former President Joe Biden has recently been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer. Georgia lawmakers from both sides of the aisle have rallied to support him.  Biden’s cancer has been described as aggressive since it has metastasized to the bone. In a statement from his office, it was revealed that Biden would be […]
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What is Going on With Medicaid? What the Debate is About and What it All Means

What is Going on With Medicaid? What the Debate is About and What it All Means

James Swafford
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May 16, 2025
Medicaid has been in the news recently, with many lawmakers debating whether it should be cut at all. The Republicans argue that cutting certain funding is necessary to prevent waste, fraud, and abuse. The Democrats argue that cutting any funding at all could put people’s lives at risk. The debate over the medicaid program has […]
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Georgia Democrats Continue to Press Trump Administration Over More Government Cuts

Georgia Democrats Continue to Press Trump Administration Over More Government Cuts

James Swafford
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May 16, 2025
Georgia Democrats continue to press the Trump administration over cuts made to government agencies. The cuts have been made as a result of DOGE initiatives. Notably, they have affected the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and a health clinic in Georgia. Senator Raphael Warnock has made it a priority to look into the cuts occurring at […]
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House of Representatives Passes Bills on Law Enforcement, National Parks, and Antisemitism

House of Representatives Passes Bills on Law Enforcement, National Parks, and Antisemitism

James Swafford
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May 15, 2025
The House of Representatives has convened this week to pass several bills, bills that vary on issue— Law enforcement, national parks, and antisemitism were the focuses of these bills.  First, the House passed House Resolution (HR) 2215. The bill is also known as the Salem Maritime National Historical Park Redesignation and Boundary Study Act. The […]
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Marjorie Taylor Greene Clashes With Republican Mike Lawler and Rival Democrats

Marjorie Taylor Greene Clashes With Republican Mike Lawler and Rival Democrats

James Swafford
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May 15, 2025
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R) has clashed with Rep. Mike Lawler (R) and rival Democrats on X. The democrats are Rep. Ilhan Omar (D) and Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D). The issues involve the big, beautiful bill and Greene’s comments on George Floyd's death. First, Greene’s conflict with Lawler comes from the big, beautiful bill. According […]
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The Big, Beautiful Bill: Where It Is and What to Expect From Its Provisions

The Big, Beautiful Bill: Where It Is and What to Expect From Its Provisions

James Swafford
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May 14, 2025
The big, beautiful bill is legislation designed to carry out the Trump economic agenda. It builds on the Trump tax cuts of 2017 while implementing new economic policy. Before its passage by the House, it has to be marked up and approved by different committees.  Right now, the bill is being reviewed by the House […]
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Georgia Lawmakers Confront Multiple Issues With Collaboration and Investigation

Georgia Lawmakers Confront Multiple Issues With Collaboration and Investigation

James Swafford
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May 14, 2025
Georgia lawmakers from both sides of the aisle have been working on a multitude of projects. Republicans have collaborated with their colleagues to secure new initiatives. Democrats have launched investigations and secured necessary resources.  First, Rep. Rich McCormick (R) has joined up with other congressmen on the issue of visa renewals. In a letter to […]
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Georgia Legislation Review: Bills on Public Safety, Education, and Taxes

Georgia Legislation Review: Bills on Public Safety, Education, and Taxes

James Swafford
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May 13, 2025
A new set of legislation has been signed for the state of Georgia. The new bills concern public safety, education, and taxes. The issues range in severity but could mean beneficial changes for Georgians.  On public safety, the first bill signed was House Bill (HB) 161. This bill gives the Georgia Bureau of Investigation the […]
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Democratic Party Messaging: What Will the Strategy be For Upcoming Races?

Democratic Party Messaging: What Will the Strategy be For Upcoming Races?

James Swafford
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May 13, 2025
The 2026 midterm elections will feature important races at both the federal and state levels. The U.S. Senate race and the governor’s race will be the two most important for Georgia voters. Will Democratic Party messaging differ for these races, or will it stay the same? Democrats will have to present themselves as having something […]
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Congressional Lawmakers Divided on China Trade Deal: ‘Another Promise Made and Another Promise Kept’

Congressional Lawmakers Divided on China Trade Deal: ‘Another Promise Made and Another Promise Kept’

James Swafford
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May 12, 2025
Representatives from the U.S. and China have agreed to a new trade deal that rolls back most tariffs. The U.S. agreed to lower its tariffs on Chinese goods. China agreed to lower its tariffs on American goods. Congressional lawmakers, however, are deeply divided over the deal. The divide is mostly along party lines, as usual. […]
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Marjorie Taylor Greene Leads the Charge in New DOGE Initiative: “This is Sick!”

Marjorie Taylor Greene Leads the Charge in New DOGE Initiative: “This is Sick!”

James Swafford
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May 8, 2025
The DOGE subcommittee held a hearing recently to investigate USA Fencing. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene led the charge in this hearing by lambasting the organization and its representatives. The growing issue of transgender participation in female sports continues. This comes after a female fencer was disqualified from competition after taking a knee. She did this […]
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Buddy Carter Announces His Run For Senate Against Jon Ossoff

Buddy Carter Announces His Run For Senate Against Jon Ossoff

James Swafford
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May 8, 2025
Gov. Brian Kemp recently announced that he would not run for Senate after his term. This has opened up a spot for many Georgia Republicans to fill in. Rep. Buddy Carter is the first to put his name forward as a GOP candidate officially.  Buddy Carter launched his campaign with a TV ad describing him […]
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Burt Jones Responds With Support to Brian Kemp’s Senate Announcement

Burt Jones Responds With Support to Brian Kemp’s Senate Announcement

James Swafford
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May 7, 2025
After his term ends, Gov. Brian Kemp announced that he would not run for Senate in 2026. This announcement responded to rumors that he would challenge Jon Ossoff for his seat. Burt Jones responded to the announcement with support and optimism. Kemp went on X to explain his reasoning in a lengthy comment. Simply put, […]
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Constitutional Debates Ramp Up Over Due Process, Regulation, and ID; Georgia Lawmakers Weigh In

Constitutional Debates Ramp Up Over Due Process, Regulation, and ID; Georgia Lawmakers Weigh In

James Swafford
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May 6, 2025
The Constitution has been a trending subject recently as debates over the due process, regulation, and voter ID continue. Several lawmakers from Georgia especially have weighed in. The issues have largely been split along party lines. First, Rep. Mike Collins (R) took to X to comment on the state of identification in the U.S. This […]
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Ossoff Addresses Civil Rights Cold Cases, Carter Tackles Gain-of-Function Research

Ossoff Addresses Civil Rights Cold Cases, Carter Tackles Gain-of-Function Research

James Swafford
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May 6, 2025
Senator Jon Ossoff (D) and Rep. Buddy Carter (R) have confronted two different issues. Sen. Ossoff’s bill is a bipartisan effort to address the problem of civil rights era cold cases. Rep. Carter’s bill confronts gain-of-function medical research funded by taxpayer dollars.  First, Ossoff’s bill is known as the Civil Rights Cold Case Records Collection […]
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Georgia Lawmakers Meet With Several Leaders to Tackle Issues on Regulation and Technology

Georgia Lawmakers Meet With Several Leaders to Tackle Issues on Regulation and Technology

James Swafford
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May 5, 2025
Georgia leaders from the state and the House have been busy meeting with important people. Technology and regulation were the subjects of discussion as they affect the state and the nation overall.  First, Rep. Rich McCormick (R) met with the co-founder and CEO of Nvidia, Jensen Huang. McCormick met with Huang to discuss policy on […]
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