Live Updates: Kemp to be sworn in for second term

Four years ago, Gov. Brian Kemp pledged to “put people ahead of divisive politics” as he took his oath office after an exceedingly bitter campaign that ended with some Democrats claiming his narrow victory would always cloud his tenure.

The Republican enters his inauguration Thursday in a dramatically strengthened position.

Now one of his party’s top national figures, he soundly defeated Stacey Abrams in a rematch in November and throttled a Donald Trump-backed challenger in the GOP primary.

He’s the unquestioned head of state Republicans, with enormous political capital to burn, a proven ability to win over swing voters and a successful history of pushing priorities through the Republican-controlled Legislature.

Democratic PSC candidate’s residency challenged ahead of June primaries

An Atlanta man challenged the qualifications of a District 3 candidate running for Georgia's Public Service Commission, alleging the candidate doesn't live in Fulton County.

Georgia library programs in jeopardy as courts weigh Trump funding cuts

Public libraries are facing tough choices in Georgia and beyond as legal battles between the Trump administration and librarians over federal funding play out in court.

Bottoms is running for governor. Will her mayoral legacy be a boon or burden?

As Keisha Lance Bottoms launches a bid for governor, questions remain about her time as Atlanta mayor.

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Clyde flips vote to help House Republicans pass ‘big, beautiful bill’

Georgia Congressman Andrew Clyde was among several Republicans who voted in favor of the reconciliation bill after new language was added Wednesday.