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These are the 10 questions that will shape Georgia politics in 2026

What will be the big questions in Georgia politics for 2026?

Judge keeps alive subpoenas of Fulton County’s 2020 election records

Georgia hurtles toward 2026 as Trump’s return reshapes the political map

Georgia Republican official joins State Election Board

Ossoff finds firmer footing as 2026 race takes shape

Georgia Democrats increasingly are confident of the first-term lawmaker’s midterm chances, and Republicans are sounding pessimistic.

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How former Republican Geoff Duncan plans to win Georgia for Democrats

With a pitch to Democrats, independents and 'disgusted' Republicans, Geoff Duncan says he's the only Democrat who can beat Republicans in 2026.

Black Voters Matter, labor union seek to join Fulton County ballot lawsuit

Groups seek to intervene in defense of Fulton County in a U.S. Justice Department lawsuit seeking the county's 2020 ballots.

‘Christmas comes tomorrow,’ Willis says ahead of Senate committee testimony

Fani Willis slams Trump for social media comments about Reiners’ deaths

The Fulton district attorney addresses the president's social media post about Rob Reiner, Charlie Kirk's death and more in a news conference about an unrelated case.

Fani Willis blasts Senate panel in contentious hearing

The Fulton County district attorney struck a defiant tone in early questioning before a Georgia Senate committee Wednesday.

OPINION

Lower power bills by only $8.50 a month is a slap in the face to Georgians

Georgia voters want better from the Public Service Commission as they demonstrated with their votes during the November elections that ousted two incumbents.

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Democrats look to keep momentum in 2026

Georgia Democratic Party Chair Charlie Bailey and state Rep.-elect Eric Gisler join the show.

Chris Carr says ‘lawfare has to end’

A one-on-one AJC interview with the Republican candidate for governor.

Brad Raffensperger on passing the 2020 ‘test’

A one-on-one AJC interview with the Republican candidate for governor

Jason Esteves charts out post-Trump future

A one-on-one AJC interview with the Democratic candidate for governor

Geoff Duncan says voters know ‘second place trophies don’t solve problems’

A one-on-one AJC interview with the Democratic candidate for governor.

Why Michael Thurmond says he’s no insider

A one-on-one AJC interview with the Democratic candidate for governor.

Keisha Lance Bottoms on fighting ‘bully’ Trump

Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) during a Senate Finance Committee hearing ney L. Cross/The New York Times)

Warnock urges ‘a common humanity’ in wake of shootings

U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock, D-Ga., appears on "Meet The Press" on Sunday, sharing his thoughts on the fatal shootings in the news, health care costs and the 2026 elections.

Election Board considers rule allowing switch to hand-marked paper ballots

Report: Election board member violated conduct code by going to Trump rally

A Georgia Inspector General's report found State Election Board Vice Chair Janice Johnston violated the board's code of conduct by attending a Donald Trump campaign rally.

Senate vote rejecting health subsidies sets up Georgia’s 2026 race

U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff voted to extend health insurance subsidies, while his Republican rivals oppose it.