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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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Georgia’s youngest state legislator discusses his priorities for session

Georgia's youngest legislator talks about his priorities this session on The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's "Politically Georgia" podcast.

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Atlanta Braves' pitcher Spencer Strider (left) recently took to Instagram to post former President Barack Obama's criticism of “unprecedented tactics”  by federal immigration agents. Braves legend Chipper Jones (right) drew a large response to a recent social media post that was interpreted as backing law enforcement. (Hyosub Shin/AJC 2023, Jason Getz/AJC 2023)
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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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Kristi Noem has to go

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At Esteves rally, Democrats fret over Bottoms and Duncan

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After vowing to end earmarks, Republicans bring them roaring back to Congress

Spending for hometown projects is back on Capitol Hill, but not all Georgia Republicans are on board.

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Atlanta Braves icons take opposite sides on Trump’s immigration crackdown