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I help write and edit the Politically Georgia morning newsletter for @ajc.com
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Ossoff accuses Trump of ordering Fulton County raid to suppress Black voters
- Clay Fuller says Donald Trump’s endorsement is a difference maker
- Gavin Newsom’s fundraiser for Keisha Lance Bottoms stirs critics

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Ossoff accuses Trump of ordering Fulton County raid to suppress Black voters
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February 16, 2026 at 11:29 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Derek Dooley urges Congress to give NCAA the power to enforce its rules
- Carlos Vilela launches primary challenge to Gabriel Sanchez
- Marty Brown drops out of race to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene

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Derek Dooley urges Congress to give NCAA the power to enforce its rules
The former college football coach says if he is elected to the U.S. Senate he will "educate everybody" about the issue.
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February 13, 2026 at 11:15 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- McBath recalls her son’s death while pressing Bondi on immigration shootings
- Democrats back Brad Raffensperger in legislative fight
- A House bill could let delivery robots move faster

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February 12, 2026 at 11:24 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- After ICE shootings, Georgia mulls stiffer penalties for obstructing police
- Rick Jackson donated to Burt Jones before deciding to run for governor
- Kamala Harris, Gavin Newsom plan Georgia visits.

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After ICE shootings, Georgia mulls stiffer penalties for obstructing police
A bill in the state Legislature would make it a felony to obstruct law enforcement operations with a vehicle.
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February 11, 2026 at 11:17 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Republicans report more cash than Democrats in races for 2 top Georgia offices
- Judicial Council of Georgia tries tracking threats against judges
- Congress faces yet another partial government shutdown deadline

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Republicans report more cash than Democrats in races for two top Georgia offices
New data shows how much candidates raised between July and Jan. 31 as candidates prepare for the furious final weeks before the May 19 primary.
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February 10, 2026 at 11:40 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Rick Jackson’s campaign for governor resets fight for MAGA base in Georgia
- Budget proposal would test armed drones in some schools
- Ed Setzler declines to run to replace Barry Loudermilk

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Rick Jackson’s campaign for governor resets fight for MAGA base in Georgia
President Donald Trump has already endorsed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones. Now, some of Jackson's allies are urging Trump to reconsider.
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February 9, 2026 at 11:25 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Georgia Democrats frame FBI raid as attack on elections in 2026 and beyond
- Test your knowledge with our news quiz.
- Jon Burns wants to put literacy coaches in elementary schools

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Georgia Democrats frame FBI raid as attack on elections in 2026 and beyond
Jason Esteves, a Democratic candidate for governor, accused the Trump administration of trying to "rig the 2026 election."
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February 6, 2026 at 11:16 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Rick Jackson’s fortune will make Georgia governor’s race more expensive
- Donald Trump endorses Clay Fuller to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene
- Barry Loudermilk says he won’t run for reelection to Congress

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Rick Jackson’s fortune will make Georgia governor’s race more expensive
Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms and Republican Burt Jones reported seven-figure fundraising hauls as they work to protect early polling advantages.
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February 5, 2026 at 11:03 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- 8 takeaways from Rick Jackson’s surprise entry into Georgia governor’s race
- Bo Hatchett says he will narrow his artificial intelligence bill
- 2 Georgia Democrats vote with GOP to end partial government shutdown
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8 takeaways from Rick Jackson’s surprise entry into Georgia governor’s race
The billionaire health care executive plans to fund his own campaign, starting with a $50 million loan.
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February 4, 2026 at 11:18 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Geoff Duncan and Michael Thurmond reveal fundraising totals
- An anonymous group reports spending $14 million criticizing Burt Jones
- Roy Barnes and Nathan Deal call for nonpartisan probate judges

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Governor’s race: Duncan, Thurmond are first to report latest fundraising totals
Democrat Geoff Duncan says he raised more than $1.1 million by the Jan. 31 deadline. Michael Thurmond says he has $700,000 in cash on hand.
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February 3, 2026 at 11:16 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- 5 questions about the FBI’s Fulton County raid
- House Republicans will unveil a plan to stop using QR codes to count ballots
- Geoff Duncan hires a new campaign manager with ties to a Democratic rival

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5 questions about the FBI’s seizure of Fulton County election documents
The U.S. Justice Department has been tight-lipped about the purpose of the raid. Fulton County officials fear a state takeover of their elections.
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February 2, 2026 at 11:20 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- What’s next after the FBI seized Fulton County’s 2020 election records?
- Test your knowledge with our weekly news quiz
- Republicans point fingers over mysterious ads attacking Burt Jones

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What’s next after the FBI seized Fulton County’s 2020 election records?
The Wall Street Journal reports Tulsi Gabbard has a key role. Meanwhile, election experts doubt prosecutors can use the ballots in court.
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January 30, 2026 at 11:24 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- How an FBI raid in Georgia became a campaign opportunity for Democrats
- State House lawmakers tone down the rhetoric.
- Angelia Pressley hopes to give Democrats a majority on the PSC.

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How an FBI raid in Georgia became a campaign opportunity for Democrats
Democratic leaders, including those running for statewide office, showed up to a Fulton County warehouse as federal agents searched for 2020 ballots.
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January 29, 2026 at 11:19 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Cobb County school officials threaten to punish students joining ICE walkout
- A partial government shutdown might not hinder ICE operations
- David Clark wants to rename a Georgia mountain for Donald Trump

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Cobb County school officials threaten to punish students joining ICE walkout
The district's stance contrasts with other metro Atlanta schools that have commended students for expressing themselves peacefully during classroom hours.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:24 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Atlanta Braves’ icons take opposite sides on Trump’s immigration crackdown
- Raphael Warnock travels to Minnesota to offer spiritual guidance
- Greater Georgia pushes back against Brian Kemp’s budget proposal

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Atlanta Braves’ icons take opposite sides on Trump’s immigration crackdown
Social media posts from Chipper Jones and Spencer Strider highlight the debate over the federal government's aggressive deportation strategy.
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January 27, 2026 at 11:30 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Jon Ossoff spars with Republican opponents over ICE shooting in Minnesota
- Georgia State Patrol competes with ICE for workers
- Chris Carr discusses sports betting

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Jon Ossoff spars with Republican opponents over ICE shooting in Minnesota
The Democratic senator challenged his Republican rivals to decry what he called "police state tactics." Republicans say he is siding with the radical left.
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January 26, 2026 at 11:24 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- House GOP mulls nixing Raffensperger’s powers to investigate First Liberty
- State Election Board wants to get rid of absentee ballot drop boxes
- Test your knowledge with our weekly news quiz

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House GOP mulls nixing Raffensperger’s powers to investigate First Liberty
Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger has intensified his investigation of the now defunct financial institution with deep ties to Republican leaders.
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January 23, 2026 at 11:11 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Chris Carr proposes anti-corruption plan aimed at public officials
- Brian Kemp manages Georgia’s ice storm prep from overseas
- Republicans amp up the pressure on Brad Raffensperger

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Chris Carr proposes anti-corruption plan aimed at public officials
The Republican candidate for governor's plan seems to be a swipe at rival Burt Jones. But Carr says his proposal isn't aimed at one person.
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January 22, 2026 at 11:09 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Poll shows Georgia GOP voters are high on Mike Collins and Donald Trump
- Wall Street Journal slams Burt Jones’ income tax plan
- A Democrat was the top vote-getter in a special state Senate election

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Poll shows Georgia GOP voters are high on Mike Collins and Donald Trump
Collins has had a consistent edge in public polling over his Republican rivals in the race to take on Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff in November.
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January 21, 2026 at 11:32 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

-One year in, Georgia Republicans largely stick with Donald Trump
- Ross Sheppard launches primary campaign against state Rep. Floyd Griffin Jr.
- Georgia Republican Assembly endorses Colton Moore for Congress

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One year in, Georgia Republicans largely stick with Donald Trump
Georgia's top Republican candidates for statewide office offered no criticism of President Donald Trump after the first year of his second term.
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January 20, 2026 at 11:22 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Brian Kemp’s needs-based scholarship investment fulfills Democratic dreams
- A new bill targets obscene images created with artificial intelligence
- Linda McMahon visits Brian Jack’s congressional district

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Brian Kemp’s needs-based scholarship investment fulfills Democratic dreams
The governor's proposal to spend $325 million boosting a scholarship program for financially needy families comes after years of Democratic lobbying.
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January 16, 2026 at 10:56 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Endorsements show Trump’s impact on both sides of Georgia’s governor’s race
- Why some lawmakers must resign to run for higher office
- Matt Barnes interviews U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock

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Endorsements show Trump’s impact on both sides of Georgia’s governor’s race
Sally Quillian Yates, famous for her rebuke of the president, is backing Democrat Jason Esteves. Turning Point Action favors Republican Burt Jones.
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January 15, 2026 at 11:18 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Secret testimony reveals Georgia Republicans’ private rebukes of Trump
- Senate resolution urges Raffensperger to comply with federal request
- 19 candidates have filed to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene so far.

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Secret testimony reveals Georgia Republicans’ private rebukes of Trump
The comments were of Brian Kemp and Chris Carr part of secret testimony during an investigation of President Donald Trump's attempt to overturn the 2020 election.
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January 14, 2026 at 11:23 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- US Senate confirms Georgia general after bipartisan push from Kemp, Warnock
- Georgia House GOP withdraws resolution commending DOGE
- State Ethics Commission ramps up investigation of mystery campaign spending

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US Senate confirms Georgia general after bipartisan push from Kemp, Warnock
Lt. Gen. Thomas Carden's appointment had been held up over opposition to President Donald Trump's deployment of National Guard Troops to Los Angeles.
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January 13, 2026 at 11:13 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- 7 predictions for Georgia’s 2026 legislative session
- Clay Fuller’s congressional campaign launches first digital ad
- Jon Ossoff asks why Georgia is still waiting on some Helene aid

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7 predictions for Georgia’s 2026 legislative session
The AJC's politics team foresees plenty of conflict for the legislative session that begins today at the Capitol in Atlanta. It's all a precursor to the midterms.
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January 12, 2026 at 11:18 AM