Georgia Elections

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Georgia’s top judge wants to scrap partisan judicial elections

Georgia’s top judge urged state lawmakers Tuesday to end all remaining partisan elections for state judges in an effort to curb the politicization of the courts.

Gainesville mayor to challenge Rep. Andrew Clyde in GOP primary

Sam Couvillon pledges to focus on ‘getting things done’ in deep-red district.

Georgia leaders honor 80th anniversary of Auschwitz liberation

Gov. Brian Kemp joined leaders commemorating the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz Monday in Poland.

Pardon of Jan. 6 rioters has deepened the political divide in Georgia

Many top Georgia Republicans defend President Donald Trump's decision to pardon more than 1,000 people. But some have sharp concerns.

Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms considers bid for Georgia governor

Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms may seek the Democratic nomination for Georgia governor.

Appeals court questions role of race in Georgia redistricting case

The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals wrestled with the role of race in Georgia redistricting in a case over the protections of the Voting Rights Act.

Chris Carr raises more than $2M over 40 days in quest for Georgia governor

Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr rakes in more than $2 million to grab an early lead in race for governor.

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Votes for Mr. Potato Head and fictional characters given to a real candidate in South Georgia race

The Georgia secretary of state's office is investigating a Sumter County race where write-in votes for fictional characters were awarded to the real-life candidate.

OPINION

Patricia Murphy: The good, the bad, and the truly obscene of Trump’s second inauguration

President Donald Trump's second inauguration day was a mix of the good, the bad, and the truly obscene, and maybe not in the order you’d assume.

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Donald Trump returns to power and begins to unravel Joe Biden’s legacy

Live coverage from The Atlanta Journal-Constitution of the inauguration of Donald Trump as president of the United States.

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Get real, fact-based reporting and analysis on Georgia politics and the upcoming elections every Monday-Friday. Hosted by Georgia’s best political team: The AJC’s Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy, Tia Mitchell and Bill Nigut.

Trump has proposed steep tariffs. What could that mean for the economy?

Donald Trump has promised as president to aggressively use tariffs to bring trade partners and economic competitors to heel. Many experts fear a rise in prices.

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Coca-Cola toasts Trump’s inauguration with custom bottle despite rocky history

Despite its rocky relationship with Trump, Coca-Cola chose to focus on continuing the tradition of the commemorative custom bottles.

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Georgia prepares for Trump’s return to power

Georgia leaders from both sides of the aisle are bracing for executive orders and a new political landscape dominated by the MAGA movement.

Buses, balls and MAGA: A Trump convoy from Atlanta settles into suburban DC RV park for inauguration

Georgians traveled in a bus caravan to catch a glimpse of Donald Trump's inauguration.

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DOJ sues Houston County for allegedly denying Black Georgia voters’ rights

The U.S. Department of Justice sued Houston County, alleging that at-large elections deny representation for Black voters in violation of the Voting Rights Act.

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Internet voting proposed for overseas voters from Georgia, but experts warn of perils

Georgia election directors are proposing a study of internet ballots for military and overseas voters, but election security advocates warn of risks.

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Interactive: What Georgia voters think about the Trump transition and top issues

Complete results and crosstabs for the AJC's January 2025 poll of Georgia voters.

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Greatness or disaster? Georgians are a stew of emotions as Trump returns to power

Atlanta Journal-Constitutions poll shows a sharp partisan divide among Georgians on the cusp of Donald Trump's inauguration.

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Georgia Republicans gear up for an indoor Trump inauguration

Georgia Republicans flock to Washington for Donald Trump's inauguration.

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Here’s who’s joining the Trump administration

President-elect Donald Trump has filled the key posts for his second term in office. Some of his most prominent supporters in Georgia are expected to join his administration.