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Camilla Special Election Back On: What We Know

by Poesy YoungNovember 5, 2024January 15, 2025

A bomb threat was reported at Feldwood Elementary in South Fulton County during voting, but no bomb was discovered, and polling proceeded without disruption. The incident underscores the importance of effective communication during tense election periods to maintain voter confidence and uphold democratic processes.

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Russia is Behind Election Day Bomb Threats in Georgia: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerNovember 5, 2024November 5, 2024

Georgia election official Gabriel Sterling disclosed that a viral video falsely accusing Haitian voters of ballot fraud is linked to a Russian disinformation campaign. The misleading video, aimed at undermining electoral confidence, has been widely debunked. Officials are investigating the origins and urge voters to rely on credible sources to combat misinformation.

Update: Man Who Posted Fake Video of Haitian Immigrants Voting Was Paid by Russians

by Thom ChandlerNovember 5, 2024November 5, 2024

On Election Day in America, record voter turnout is expected, with over 77 million early ballots cast. Voters face potential delays in counting due to state regulations, fueling concern about conspiracy theories. Election officials emphasize patience, highlighting protections against misinformation and ensuring the integrity of the voting process amid various challenges.

It’s Election Day: Be Patient Waiting For Results

by Matt Vasilogambros | StatelineNovember 5, 2024November 5, 2024

Wimbish was charged with mailing a bomb threat, conveying false information about a bomb threat, mailing a threatening letter, and making false statements to the FBI. If convicted, he faces up to 25 years in prison.

Crime

Georgia Poll Worker Arrested After Bomb Threat

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceNovember 5, 2024

The Georgia Supreme Court has annulled an absentee ballot return extension in Cobb County, potentially disenfranchising many voters. The original deadline was extended to November 8 due to mailing delays, but this was challenged by the Republican National Committee. Now, ballots must arrive by 7 p.m. on Election Day, November 5.

Georgia Supreme Court Blocks Cobb County Absentee Ballot Extension

by Thom ChandlerNovember 5, 2024November 5, 2024

On the final frantic Sunday of the presidential race, while Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at a Black church service in Michigan, former President Donald Trump told supporters at a Pennsylvania rally that he “shouldn’t have left” the White House after he lost the 2020 presidential election.

7 Big Election Stories That Happened This Weekend

by Ariana Figueroa | Georgia RecorderNovember 4, 2024November 4, 2024

Election Day is upon us, and Georgia is a critical battleground! On November 5, voters will choose between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. If you're unsure about your registration or voting requirements, don’t worry—Georgia provides resources to guide you.

Everything You Need to Know Before Voting on Election Day in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerNovember 4, 2024November 4, 2024

A group of nearly 100 students – many of them first-time voters – gathered on the penultimate day of early voting and made the half-mile trek down Atlanta Student Movement Boulevard to the closest precinct, chanting and singing along the way.

Georgia Early Voting Analysis: Which Candidate Are Voters Breaking For?

by Jill Nolin | Georgia RecorderNovember 4, 2024

Imagine this: a presidential election ends in a virtually unheard-of tie. Welcome to the chaotic realm of the Electoral College where 269 votes apiece stuns the nation. Suddenly, the House of Representatives, not the voters, decides the fate of America, risking gridlock and a president-opposing vice president cocktail.

Elections 101: What Happens if The Electoral College is a Tie?

by Thom ChandlerNovember 3, 2024November 3, 2024

Former President Donald Trump devoted much of his final campaign rally in Georgia Sunday night to illegal immigration.

Trump Hits Hard on Immigration in Macon

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceNovember 3, 2024November 3, 2024

Greenberg framed her candidacy as a campaign to “restore women’s rights.” She wore two advocacy buttons, one that said “keep abortion legal” and another for the gun safety group Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America.

Democrats Make Georgia’s Six-week Abortion Ban a Wedge Issue in Suburban State House Race

by Jill Nolin | Georgia RecorderNovember 2, 2024November 2, 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris delivered her closing campaign arguments in Georgia, emphasizing the significance of the upcoming election. She criticized Trump, promising to prioritize middle-class tax cuts and health care if elected. Harris warned against Trump’s threats to democracy, highlighting his judicial appointments and potential national abortion ban. Meanwhile, the Trump campaign countered with immigration critiques.

Kamala Harris to Georgia Voters: ‘It is Time For a New Generation of Leadership in America’

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceNovember 2, 2024November 2, 2024

Georgia election officials are responding to a false video alleging widespread voter fraud involving a Haitian immigrant with multiple IDs. Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger labeled it as disinformation, likely from foreign interference. His office, with federal partners, is investigating its origin, urging social media platforms to remove the misleading content.

No, Haitian Immigrants Are Not Voting With Multiple IDs in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerNovember 2, 2024November 2, 2024

As Election Day nears, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are campaigning in Georgia to secure urban and rural voter support. Harris focuses on healthcare and education in Atlanta, while Trump emphasizes border security and economy in Macon. Georgia's swing state status makes this battle crucial for the election's national outcome.

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris Will Both Be in Georgia This Weekend

by Thom ChandlerNovember 2, 2024November 2, 2024

The 2024 presidential election in Georgia is closely contested between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. Recent trends show increasing voter enthusiasm, especially among women and minority voters, with record early voting participation. While Georgia has shifted toward Democrats in recent years, it remains a Republican stronghold, complicating predictions for the election's outcome.

Get Ready For an Election Night Nailbiter in Georgia

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceNovember 1, 2024

The Department of Justice and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Georgia will oversee voting rights compliance in Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton, and Gwinnett counties during the November 5, 2024, general election.

Justice Department Will Monitor Voting in Key Georgia Counties for 2024 Election

by Thom ChandlerNovember 1, 2024November 1, 2024

On Election Night, news organizations project winners based on vote counts, historical data, and statistical models, often before official results are available. Decision desks use exit polls and current data to analyze trends, achieving over 99% accuracy historically. Projections are timely, fulfilling public demand, while election officials focus on accuracy over speed.

Elections 101: How Do News Organizations Project Winners?

by Thom ChandlerNovember 1, 2024November 1, 2024

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