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📊 The Gist: Lucy McBath secured a decisive victory in the Democratic primary for Georgia's District 6, receiving 84.75% of the vote.

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Election Results: Lucy McBath Decisively Wins District 6 Democratic Primary in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerMay 22, 2024May 22, 2024

Brian Jack, who was an advisor to former president Donald Trump, and Army veteran and former state senator Mike Dugan are headed to a June 18 runoff in Georgia’s conservative 3rd Congressional District after no candidate surpassed 50% of the vote.

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Former Trump advisor, former senator headed to GOP Runoff For Georgia 3rd

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderMay 22, 2024May 22, 2024

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Key figures in Fulton County case against Trump easily defeat election challengers

by Stanley DunlapMay 22, 2024May 22, 2024

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Pinson wins Georgia Supreme Court race that became a referendum on abortion rights

by Jill Nolin | Georgia RecorderMay 22, 2024May 22, 2024

😮 The Gist: Georgia's online voter portal, "My Voter Page" (MVP), experienced temporary capacity issues on Tuesday, which have now been addressed, according to Georgia Elections official Gabriel Sterling.

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Georgia’s Online Voter Portal Fixed After Election Day Outage

by Thom ChandlerMay 21, 2024May 21, 2024

Georgians will have one last opportunity Tuesday to head to the polls to vote in state and congressional primaries and a host of nonpartisan races on ballots all across the state.

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Today is Election Day in Georgia: Have You Voted?

by Stanley DunlapMay 21, 2024May 21, 2024

side view of attractive woman voting near stand with vote lettering and american flag

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Here’s What You Need to Know Before You Vote in DeKalb County

by Thom ChandlerMay 20, 2024May 20, 2024

Rep. Lucy McBath, currently representing the 7th District, is switching to run in the 6th District. She faces primary challenges from Cobb County Commissioner Jerica Richardson and State Rep. Mandisha Thomas. This district, reshaped by redistricting, is expected to be a battleground in the general election.

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These Are The Races to Watch in Tuesday’s Georgia Primary Election

by Thom ChandlerMay 18, 2024May 19, 2024

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will participate in a debate June 27 at CNN’s studios in Atlanta, the network announced Wednesday.

Biden and Trump’s First Presidential Debate Will Be Next Month in Georgia

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMay 15, 2024May 15, 2024

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis was free to hire special prosecutors to pursue the election interference case against former President Donald Trump and pay them whatever she thought was necessary, two high-ranking county officials testified Friday.

Fulton Officials Say Fani Willis Had Free Rein to Prosecute Donald Trump

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMay 3, 2024May 3, 2024

🔒 Overview: Macon-Bibb County mayoral candidate Shekita Maxwell faces charges after a dispute at an apartment complex.

Macon-Bibb Mayoral Candidate Charged with Battery and Obstruction

by Thom ChandlerMarch 19, 2024March 19, 2024

A Fulton County Superior Court judge ruled Friday that Fulton District Attorney Fani Willis may continue prosecuting the election interference case against former President Donald Trump.

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Fulton Judge in Trump Case: Fani Willis Can Stay if Nathan Wade Leaves

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMarch 15, 2024March 15, 2024

A Fulton County Superior Court judge Wednesday dismissed six counts of a 41-count indictment charging former President Donald Trump and multiple co-defendants with interfering in Georgia’s 2020 president election.

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Judge in Fulton Election Interference Case Against Trump Throws Out 6 of 41 Counts

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMarch 13, 2024March 13, 2024

The United States Capitol building

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Here’s Who is Running for Congress in Georgia So Far

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMarch 4, 2024

Campaign season is officially in full swing in Georgia, where President Joe Biden is expected to pay a visit to the Atlanta area March 9, just over a week after first lady Jill Biden stopped by downtown Atlanta to launch a nationwide effort to engage with women voters. The White House has not yet released details about Joe Biden’s planned trip other than to say he will participate in campaign events.

Jill Biden Was in Atlanta Friday: Here’s Her Message to Women

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderMarch 2, 2024March 2, 2024

The Gist: Forsyth County residents can now check the current wait times for Advance Voting locations online, ensuring a more efficient voting experience for the upcoming Presidential Primary.

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How Long is The Wait For Advance Voting in Forsyth County?

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 28, 2024February 28, 2024

A Man Casting His Ballot in a Ballot Box

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Your Rights: Are Georgia Republicans Trying to Make it Harder to Register to Vote?

by Jeff Amy | GPB NewsFebruary 24, 2024

Legislation that criminalizes the use of “deepfakes” generated by artificial intelligence to impersonate candidates in political campaign ads cleared the Georgia House of Representatives Thursday.

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Election Integrity: Georgia Lawmakers Take Aim at Deepfakes in Political Ads

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceFebruary 22, 2024February 22, 2024