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READ: The U.S. Supreme Court decision on presidential immunity

July 1, 2024

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Monday that Donald Trump’s official acts as president are immune from prosecution but his private acts are not. The 6-3 decision was authored by Chief Justice John Roberts.

The case was sent back to U.S. District Court Judge Tanya Chutkan.

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FILE - The Supreme Court is seen on Capitol Hill in Washington, Dec. 17, 2024. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)

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Shakila Amiaq (left), a recent Afghan refugee who is studying to become a teacher, helps a kindergarten student at the International Community School in Clarkston. (Phil Skinner for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

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Stacey Abrams considers third run for governor as some Georgia Democrats move on

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Stacey Abrams speaks at a rally for Vice President Kamala Harris at Georgia State University’s convocation center in Atlanta on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. Abrams is at the center of speculation over whether she will mount a third campaign for governor. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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Stacey Abrams considers third run for governor as some Georgia Democrats move on

Once the unquestioned leader of Georgia Democrats, Stacey Abrams now faces an uncertain political future as she considers a third run for governor.

Orange Crush future in limbo after clash between organizer, trademark owner

The Orange Crush beach bash brought tens of thousands of HBCU students to Georgia's coast, but its future is clouded by a dispute between the trademark owner and organizer.

With midterms looming, Georgia fails to make election security upgrades

Election security proposals stalled in the Georgia General Assembly, leaving the same voting technology in place for the 2026 election. Election advocates say they're worried.