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Democrats bemoan missed opportunity to block Brian Kemp’s litigation bill

The bill passed with the bare minimum of 91 votes after three Democrats broke party ranks to support it. Seven Republicans also voted against it.

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Fate of Brian Kemp’s priority bill rests on likely House vote today

The bill aimed at limiting large jury awards in civil lawsuits has been years in the making. Kemp has used all of his political power to pass it.

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It’s not just Republicans. Democrats also get an earful at town halls

Republicans have been reluctant to hold town halls with frustrated voters. U.S. Rep. Nikema Williams' event shows voters want to vent, regardless of who is listening.

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Brian Kemp eyes concessions as House vote nears on litigation proposal

House lawmakers plan a pivotal vote on the proposal this week. Kemp has threatened to call a special session if it doesn't pass.

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Roy Barnes and Nathan Deal blame political parties for stoking division

The former Georgia governors, once fierce rivals, say the focus on red-meat issues has made it difficult for policymakers to solve problems.

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Jon Ossoff’s 2026 campaign will start with a rally targeting Donald Trump

It's a familiar strategy for the Georgia U.S. senator, whose first campaign for office in 2017 was marked by a mantra to "make Trump furious."

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Georgia wants to get ahead of possible Department of Education closure

State lawmakers are working to update Georgia law, worried the department's demise could affect licensing of police officers and others.

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Vote to block transgender bill could hurt Jon Ossoff, new poll finds

The Georgia Democratic U.S. Senator voted to block a GOP measure aimed at banning transgender athletes from competing against women.

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Sex trafficking victims testify against Brian Kemp’s litigation overhaul

Advocates warn the proposal would prevent them from holding hotels and motels accountable in court. Some Republicans are considering an amendment.

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How Georgians are shaping Donald Trump’s overhaul of the federal workforce

Doug Collins and Kelly Loeffler, two former Georgia elected officials, are overseeing job cuts and office moves as part of the president's Cabinet.

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Sports betting and DEI: Bills that died on a wild Crossover Day in Georgia

Georgia lawmakers advanced dozens of bills on Thursday ahead of a key legislative deadline. But plenty of others didn't make it, making their futures bleak.

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What to watch for on Crossover Day in the Georgia Legislature

Tax cuts, sports betting and school safety proposals await their fate as lawmakers rush to meet a key deadline.

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Favorite foil? Stacey Abrams gets prime time attention from Donald Trump

Abrams has long been a target of Georgia Republicans. Now, Trump and national GOP leaders are following their lead.

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How Republicans are using transgender politics to pressure Democrats

The GOP has targeted transgender sports and gender-affirming care in the first 100 days of President Donald Trump's second term.

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Georgia Republican leaders side with Donald Trump in spat with Ukraine

Lt. Gov. Burt Jones said Trump was "100% right" following a tense meeting in the Oval Office with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

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Georgia teachers might get the same benefits as police officers

The state House of Representatives has voted to increase death benefits for teachers' families, matching those given to law enforcement officers.

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Georgia House votes to restrict reunification therapy in custody battles

The court-ordered treatments force children into programs aimed at repairing a relationship with a parent. Critics say they can traumatize children.