State & Local
Along with up-to-date political coverage, Dome Politics takes the opportunity to post about issues, legislation, and lawmakers in local municipalities and at the state level
Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) went on the offensive against Representative Mike Collins (R-GA) yesterday while delivering remarks to Beulah Missionary Baptist Church. How did Sen. Ossoff attack Rep. Collins? The Senator targeted the Republican nominee for his loyalty to President Trump and accused him of holding extremist views related to the 2020 general election. What […]
Mike Collins and Rick Jackson Secure Republican Nominations for U.S. Senate and Governor Representative Mike Collins (R-GA) secured the Republican nomination to run for U.S. Senate against Democratic incumbent Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA), defeating Derek Dooley by a ten-point margin. Billionaire outsider Rick Jackson secured the Republican nomination to run for Governor of Georgia and will face […]
Senator Raphael Warnock (D-GA) is celebrating new reporting that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) plans to sell or give away warehouses in Social Circle and Oakwood, Georgia. What does this mean for the City of Social Circle? It means that the DHS will no longer establish its proposed Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention […]
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) recently joined Lockheed Martin officials to applaud the company’s positive economic impact over its 75 years of continuous operations in Marietta, Georgia. Where did this meeting take place? Alongside other state, local, and federal leaders, the Governor met with company officials at the Cobb County manufacturing facility, which supports more than […]
In a letter to Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA), the Georgia Senate stated that it would not consider redistricting Georgia during the special legislative session. President Pro Tempore Larry Walker (R-Perry) confirmed this in an official statement. Will redistricting take place at all? Sen. Walker confirmed that this process would eventually take place, but outlined his […]
State Senator Greg Dolezal (R-27) secured the Republican nomination to run for Lt. Governor of Georgia and will face off against the Democratic candidate, State Senator Josh McLaurin (D-14), in November. By how much did Sen. Dolezal win? Sen. Dolezal claimed victory after securing 54% of the vote, while Former State Senator John F. Kennedy […]
Billionaire outsider Rick Jackson secured the Republican nomination to run for Governor of Georgia and will face off against Democratic Nominee Keisha Lance Bottoms in November. By how much did Jackson claim victory? The outsider candidate defeated Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) in yesterday's runoff election, securing 53% of the vote. The Lt. Governor fell […]
Representative Mike Collins (R-GA) secured the Republican nomination to run for U.S. Senate against Democratic incumbent Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) in yesterday’s runoff elections. By how much did Rep. Collins win? The Trump endorsee secured victory against political outsider Derek Dooley, winning 55% of the vote with Dooley pulling 45%. What lawmakers are saying: Rep. […]
Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) is cosponsoring the bipartisan Health Care Fairness for Military Families Act to lower health care costs for military families. What does this bill do? Also known as Senate Bill 2448, this bill expands access to TRICARE, the health insurance program for servicemembers and their families. What lawmakers are saying: Sen. Ossoff: […]
President Donald Trump endorsed Representative Mike Collins (R-GA) for U.S. Senate just two days before the June 16th runoff election against political outsider Derek Dooley. What does this endorsement mean for the Collins Campaign? The President’s endorsement gives Rep. Collins a massive boost of confidence as Republican voters prepare to nominate their pick for who […]
Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) endorsed billionaire outsider Rick Jackson for Governor of Georgia just days ahead of the June 16th runoff election. What does this endorsement mean for the Jackson Campaign? This endorsement gives the Jackson Campaign a boost as early voting closes and Georgia Republicans prepare to nominate their candidate for the general election. […]
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) endorsed Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) for Governor just days before the June 16th runoff election against billionaire outsider Rick Jackson. What does this endorsement mean for the Jones Campaign? This endorsement from the Governor gives the Jones Campaign a last-minute boost in momentum as Republicans in Georgia prepare to nominate […]
Raphael Warnock Breaks Silence on Graham Platner, Jon Ossoff Stays Silent Senator Raphael Warnock (D-GA) recently came out against Senatorial Candidate Graham Platner for his history of abuse and disturbing behavior. Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) has yet to make a statement. Given the controversy surrounding Platner's history, critics are questioning why Sen. Ossoff has yet to issue […]
Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA), alongside Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), is introducing a bill to ban privatized housing contractors from silencing military families. What does this bill do? Known as the Restore Military Families’ Voices Act, this bill would ban housing contractors from requesting these families to sign non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). What lawmakers are saying: Sen. […]
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) announced that Rideout Arsenal is investing $22 million in a new manufacturing facility in Thomasville, creating 120 new jobs over the next several years. Who is Rideout Arsenal? Currently based in the United States, Rideout Arsenal is a firearms designer and manufacturer, specializing in high-performance, high-end competition pistols. What lawmakers and […]
Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) sent a letter to President Donald Trump and Dr. Mehmet Oz, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator, in support of Georgia hospitals. What was this letter for? The letter expressed support for ongoing efforts to establish a more equitable wage index system under the Medicare Inpatient Prospective Payment […]
Senator Raphael Warnock (D-GA) recently came out against Senatorial Candidate Graham Platner for his history of abuse and disturbing behavior. Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) has yet to make a statement. Who is Graham Platner? Platner is the democratic frontrunner in the race for U.S. Senate in Maine and is looking to challenge longtime Republican Senator […]
Representatives Rich McCormick (R-GA) and Troy Carter (D-LA) – Co-Chairs of the Congressional Men’s Health Caucus – convened the inaugural Men’s Health Conference just last week. What was this event for? This event brought together lawmakers and focused on advancing awareness and policy discussions surrounding men's mental health, preventative care, and chronic disease prevention. What […]
