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Kemp talks Senate bid
POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Brian Kemp’s legislative agenda remains a mystery as session looms

The governor usually telegraphs his legislative goals well in advance of the session's start. But this year, he's taking his time.

Government Shutdown
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How worried should Georgians be about another government shutdown?

Is another government shutdown looming?

Speaker Jon Burns press conference
POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Ahead of 2026 session, Jon Burns insists beef with Burt Jones is in the past

Lt. Gov. Burt Jones angered House Speaker Jon Burns by ending the 2025 session earlier than expected. Burns says those feelings won't linger.

Opinion and Voices

ABRAMS PHOTOS
OPINION

The Stacey Abrams era in Georgia is over, for now

The move clears the way for new Democrats, for better and worse.

President-elect Donald Trump speaks at an America First Policy Institute gala at his residence Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, on Thursday, November 14, 2024. (Haiyun Jiang/The New York Times)
OPINION

Congress watches quietly as Trump flexes his foreign policy muscles

President Donald Trump says he prioritizes “America First.” But the definition of “America First” has definitely changed in 2026.

Jon Burns at home
OPINION

Speaker Jon Burns lays out House priorities for crucial election year

Between politics, policy, and 180 members’ needs, being House speaker can look like a six-arm juggling act. But Speaker Jon Burns remains well-liked in the chamber,

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Gullah Geechee face new development, tax challenges on Sapelo Island

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The Gullah Geechee of Sapelo Island: What to know

Kemp talks Senate bid
POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Brian Kemp’s legislative agenda remains a mystery as session looms

AI Inaction

Trump wants states to back down on AI laws. Will Georgia follow along?

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Meet the 30-somethings aiming to remake Georgia’s congressional delegation

Seven top Democratic contenders for Georgia governor speak at a forum organized by the Savannah Debate Series on Jan. 8, 2026. (Justin Taylor/The Current GA/Catchlight Local/Report for America)

Democratic governor candidates test their messages in Savannah forum

Congress Health Care

U.S House votes to extend Affordable Care Act health care subsidies

(From left) Fulton County Commissioners Mo Ivory and Marvin S. Arrington Jr. and Fulton County Chairman Robb Pitts. (AJC file photos)

Fulton Commissioners Ivory, Arrington to challenge Chair Robb Pitts

Fulton County Commissioner Dana Barrett

Fulton commissioner enters Georgia secretary of state race