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Julia Roberts is returning to Georgia to campaign for Kamala Harris

The Smyrna native will headline five events this week in metro Atlanta.

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Nathan Wade will testify before the U.S. House Judiciary Committee

The Republican-led committee is investigating Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and Georgia’s election interference case.

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State Election Board considers asking Georgia lawmakers for more voter challenge laws

Partisan activists have taken advantage of state laws that empower voters to challenge the eligibility of an unlimited number of potentially ineligible voters.

The State Election Board is pushing election skeptics to monitor Fulton County’s elections

The lawsuit comes as the board votes to subpoena the county’s election records from the 2020 presidential election.

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POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Georgia congressman provokes crowd at memorial for victims of Hamas’ attack

U.S. Rep. Andrew Clyde's comments criticizing the Biden administration prompted some boos during the somber event, which otherwise displayed bipartisan unity.

POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Donald Trump plans Georgia visit after rejecting second debate

The former president will speak at an NRA event in Duluth on the same night Vice President Kamala Harris had challenged him to a second debate in Atlanta.

POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Donald Trump to visit Georgia amid his criticism of Helene response

As elected officials emphasize bipartisan cooperation, Trump has continued to criticize the Biden administration's response to Hurricane Helene.

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Election boards in Georgia must certify the state’s election results, judge says

The State Election Board recently approved a rule calling for an undefined “reasonable inquiry” before the results are certified on Nov. 12.

Democrats are suing to stop the hand counts of Georgia ballots by poll workers

Supporters of the State Election Board rule say it is needed to ensure that all ballots are accounted for after polls close on Election Day.

Georgia’s election board passed a rule that could delay the results of the presidential race

The requirement for hand-counting ballots on election night was approved by the Republican board members former President Donald Trump praised.

AJC POLL: Georgia voters are increasingly confident the election will be fair and accurate

The latest AJC poll finds a big partisan gap with less than half of Republicans expressing such confidence.

Voter Voices
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BANKS COUNTY

This U.S. Army veteran is in Donald Trump’s corner but laments the polarization in America

His deployments overseas reinforced his pride in the United States, no matter how divided it feels.

CHATHAM COUNTY

The presidential race is leaving Latinos in Georgia feeling disconnected from politics

These voters are turned off by immigration rhetoric and broken promises. Their top issues are the economy and affordable housing.

WASHINGTON COUNTY

This Georgia pastor is a ‘Reagan Republican’ in a place where voters are evenly split

Brant Kennedy reflects Washington County’s divided politics. Democrats rule local offices. But national elections are a toss-up.

PEACH COUNTY

He’s 87 and loves Donald Trump. He can’t understand why you might not

Marshall Scott was born the year after Franklin D. Roosevelt won his second term in office and grew up halfway between Macon and Columbus.

CLAYTON COUNTY

It’s not just women. Reproductive rights also resonate with men in Georgia

If Kamala Harris wins Georgia, it will likely be because voters like Randall Eichelberger turned out in force.

VOTER VOICES

Georgia’s voters prepare to make their voices heard

With a month to go, these are the voters who will help pick the next president.

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The U.S. House Judiciary Committee found Nathan Wade. It wants to see him in Washington.

The Republican-led committee is investigating Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and the Georgia election interference case. They have subpoenaed Nathan Wade.

The U.S. House Judiciary Committee is looking for Nathan Wade. It can’t find him.

The Republican-led committee is investigating Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and the Georgia election interference case.

Burt Jones’ texts show internal GOP rifts over Trump during 2020 election battle

Texts show Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones criticized Brian Kemp, other Republicans for failing to back Donald Trump after 2020 election.

Election 2024
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Julia Roberts is returning to Georgia to campaign for Kamala Harris

The Smyrna native will headline five events this week in metro Atlanta.

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State Election Board considers asking Georgia lawmakers for more voter challenge laws

Partisan activists have taken advantage of state laws that empower voters to challenge the eligibility of an unlimited number of potentially ineligible voters.

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The State Election Board is pushing election skeptics to monitor Fulton County’s elections

The lawsuit comes as the board votes to subpoena the county’s election records from the 2020 presidential election.

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State Election Board taking up voter eligibility and investigations into eight Georgia counties

The board is also reviewing two dozen investigations, including allegations of repeat voting, illegal campaigning and out-of-state voting.

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Georgia election officials expect no major delays due to Hurricane Helene

Georgia election officials expect no delays as a result of Hurricane Helene.

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Georgia presidential candidate visit tracker

The road to the White House runs through Georgia and in 2024 both the Harris and Trump campaigns see this battleground state as a must-win.

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Today is the last day to register to vote in Georgia. Have you signed up?

The deadline to register to vote in the 2024 presidential election is Monday, Oct. 7.

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Democrats in this Georgia district are backing a write-in candidate

They are convinced that the person whose name is on the ballot, Katy Stamper, is a Republican who won the primary election under false pretenses.

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A members of audiences wearing a “Dominion Password” t-shirt sits during public comment session at the State Election Board’s final scheduled meeting of 2024 at Georgia Capitol, Tuesday, October 8, 2024, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

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State Election Board taking up voter eligibility and investigations into eight Georgia counties

The board is also reviewing two dozen investigations, including allegations of repeat voting, illegal campaigning and out-of-state voting.

Georgia Supreme Court reinstates near-ban on abortions

The state is appealing a Fulton County judge’s ruling that the law is unconstitutional.

Secretary of State, Brad Raffensperger attended Monday's press conference at the Georgia Capitol. The presidential election in Georgia should not face any major delays or disruptions because of damage from Hurricane Helene, state elections officials said. (John Spink/AJC)

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Georgia election officials expect no major delays due to Hurricane Helene

Georgia election officials expect no delays as a result of Hurricane Helene.

Today is the last day to register to vote in Georgia. Have you signed up?

The deadline to register to vote in the 2024 presidential election is Monday, Oct. 7.

Dekalb County Elections officals conduct logic and accuracy testing of Dominion voting machines in September. (Ben Hendren for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

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Judge dismisses Republican lawsuit alleging voting machine vulnerabilities

A Georgia judge dismissed a lawsuit by the DeKalb County Republican Party that alleged vulnerabilities in voting computers.

Donald Trump praises Georgia’s governor during visit to hurricane-damaged east Georgia

The former president and Brian Kemp have feuded for years, including Trump’s tirade in August attacking Kemp and his wife.

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Michelle Baruchman

Michelle Baruchman is politics news and enterprise reporter covering statewide political stories.

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Greg Bluestein

Greg Bluestein is a political reporter who covers the governor's office and Georgia politics.

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Jim Denery

Jim Denery is a premium editor who mostly handles stories involving Georgia politics and government.

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Chris Joyner

Joyner has been with the AJC since 2010 as a member of the investigations and politics team.

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Natalie Mendenhall

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Tia Mitchell

Tia Mitchell is the AJC’s Washington correspondent.

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Patricia Murphy

Patricia Murphy joined the AJC in 2020 from CQ Roll Call, where she was a nationally syndicated political columnist.

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Mark Niesse

Mark Niesse covers voting rights and elections for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

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Bill Nigut

Bill Nigut is a co-host of the AJC Politically Georgia live radio show and podcast.

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Susan Potter

Susan Potter has been overseeing political coverage at the AJC for more than a decade.

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Maya T. Prabhu

Maya T. Prabhu is a government reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

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James Salzer

James Salzer has covered state government and politics in Georgia since 1990.

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Alex Sanz is a veteran journalist and senior news leader at The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

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David Wickert

David Wickert covers transportation issues and state government.

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Atlanta’s inspector general defends efforts to uncover corruption

Inspector General Shannon Manigault accused the mayor’s office of setting up a system that promotes the unmasking of both witnesses and targets of her probes.

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POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Georgia congressman provokes crowd at memorial for victims of Hamas’ attack

U.S. Rep. Andrew Clyde's comments criticizing the Biden administration prompted some boos during the somber event, which otherwise displayed bipartisan unity.

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Denials of insurance in ‘high crime’ areas seen as ‘legal redlining’

A coalition of businesses is calling for lawsuit reform that could insulate property owners from civil lawsuits when crimes occur on their premises.

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State Election Board taking up voter eligibility and investigations into eight Georgia counties

The board is also reviewing two dozen investigations, including allegations of repeat voting, illegal campaigning and out-of-state voting.

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Georgia Supreme Court reinstates near-ban on abortions

The state is appealing a Fulton County judge’s ruling that the law is unconstitutional.

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Georgia election officials expect no major delays due to Hurricane Helene

Georgia election officials expect no delays as a result of Hurricane Helene.

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Georgia presidential candidate visit tracker

The road to the White House runs through Georgia and in 2024 both the Harris and Trump campaigns see this battleground state as a must-win.

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KNOW YOUR STUFF

Here’s how the Harris and Trump housing plans differ

Homeownership is out of reach for millions of Americans. Housing policy experts say the crisis is putting more and more people at risk of homelessness.

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Swing voters in this competitive Georgia district have candidates campaigning from the middle

State Rep. Scott Hilton is campaigning against Democratic challenger Laura Murvartian to keep his House seat after redistricting made the district more competitive.

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Today is the last day to register to vote in Georgia. Have you signed up?

The deadline to register to vote in the 2024 presidential election is Monday, Oct. 7.

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POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Donald Trump plans Georgia visit after rejecting second debate

The former president will speak at an NRA event in Duluth on the same night Vice President Kamala Harris had challenged him to a second debate in Atlanta.

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Democrats in this Georgia district are backing a write-in candidate

They are convinced that the person whose name is on the ballot, Katy Stamper, is a Republican who won the primary election under false pretenses.

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State Election Board hasn’t told Georgia counties how to handle voter challenges

The Secretary of State says the board could be exceeding its authority.

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Judge dismisses Republican lawsuit alleging voting machine vulnerabilities

A Georgia judge dismissed a lawsuit by the DeKalb County Republican Party that alleged vulnerabilities in voting computers.

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Donald Trump praises Georgia’s governor during visit to hurricane-damaged east Georgia

The former president and Brian Kemp have feuded for years, including Trump’s tirade in August attacking Kemp and his wife.

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Hyundai’s Georgia $7.6 billion EV factory is up and running

Hyundai has begun electric vehicle manufacturing at its new factory near Savannah.

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JD Vance vows to protect American workers during speech at shuttered Georgia textile mill

The Republican vice presidential hopeful visited the small community of Lindale, which represents the small communities Donald Trump needs to win Georgia.

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Political expectations for celebrities are changing. Enter Chappell Roan

Saying she’d vote for Kamala Harris but not endorse her was followed by online backlash, highlighting the “impossible” expectations around women pop stars.