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Georgia Politics

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Haunted by Greene’s rise, Georgia Republicans intervene early in House races

After Marjorie Taylor Greene’s rise and abrupt exit, Georgia Republican leaders rally behind preferred candidates to avoid another unpredictable nominee.

Warnock, Ossoff back housing bill to limit investor-owned houses

The U.S. Senate has introduced a housing bill that would limit large corporations from buying up rental homes in an effort to address affordability.

Georgia Legislature takes aim at data center tax breaks on Crossover Day

Friday was the deadline for bills to clear either the House or the Senate in the Georgia Legislature to remain alive this session.

Qualifying week sets the stage for a turbulent Georgia 2026 campaign

Democrats see their deepest bench in years as Republicans battle for dominance in pivotal statewide races.

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POLITICALLY GEORGIA

6 takeaways from a hectic Crossover Day in the Georgia Legislature

Lawmakers debated sports betting, touchscreen voting systems and Fani Willis ahead of a key legislative deadline last week.

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‘Politically Georgia:’ Two races for the state’s top court

The "Politically Georgia" podcast covers a pair of races for the state Supreme Court.

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5 things to watch for on Crossover Day in the Georgia Legislature

Bills must cross over from one chamber to the other by the end of the day to have the best chance of becoming law this year.

Your Politics Team
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Michelle Baruchman

Michelle Baruchman covers the Georgia House of Representatives and statewide issues.

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Adam Beam

Adam Beam helps write and edit the Politically Georgia morning newsletter.

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Greg Bluestein

Greg Bluestein is the Atlanta Journal Constitution's chief political reporter.

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Caleb Groves

Caleb Groves is a general assignment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's politics team and a Kennesaw State ...

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Chris Joyner

Joyner is the deputy politics editor.

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Shannon McCaffrey

Politics Editor

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Natalie Mendenhall

Natalie Mendenhall is an award-winning producer for the "Politically Georgia" podcast.

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Tia Mitchell

Tia Mitchell is the AJC’s Washington Bureau Chief and a co-host of the "Politically Georgia" podcast.

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Patricia Murphy

Patricia Murphy is the AJC's senior political columnist.

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Maya T. Prabhu

Maya T. Prabhu covers the Georgia Senate and statewide issues as a government reporter for The AJC.

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David Wickert

David Wickert writes about the state budget, finance and voting issues.

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Georgia Legislative Session Preview

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Will Georgia lawmakers revive any bills left unfinished in 2025?

The Georgia General Assembly operates on a two-year biennium, meaning any legislation filed during the first year is still in play for the 2026 session.

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

President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at limiting state AI laws could place Georgia lawmakers in a difficult spot as they intend to push for AI regulations.

‘Affordability’ is the political buzzword of 2026

“Affordability” means different things to different people, and the political parties are offering distinct solutions to voters’ financial worries.

Georgia lawmakers return to Atlanta for 2026 legislative session

The state’s lawmakers return to Atlanta Monday to kick off the second year of the two-year legislative session.

Opinion and Voices

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GUEST COLUMN

How the Rev. Jesse Jackson got corporate America to take diversity seriously

The Rev. Jesse Jackson did not just march on the streets. He went to corporate America C-suite leaders to demand opportunities for Americans of diverse backgrounds.

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JAMIE DUPREE

Congress can do better — and so can Georgia

In his final column for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Jamie Dupree says little has changed over the last five years in Congress. That's not a good thing.

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GUEST COLUMN

Ga. small businesses shouldn’t have to sacrifice health care coverage to grow

As family health care premiums continue to rise annually, small businesses are facing tough choices about offering health coverage, but a state bill would create a new option.

State Government

State Sen. Greg Dolezal, R-Cumming, who is running for lieutenant governor, speaks on Senate Bill 568, an election bill, at the Capitol in Atlanta on Crossover Day, Friday, March 6, 2026. (Arvin Temkar/AJC)

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Paper ballot bill dies on Crossover Day

Georgia voters are no closer to knowing how they'll cast ballots this fall after election legislation collapsed on Crossover Day.

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Georgia Legislature takes aim at data center tax breaks on Crossover Day

Friday was the deadline for bills to clear either the House or the Senate in the Georgia Legislature to remain alive this session.

State Rep. Angie O’Steen, R-Ambrose, reviewed a bill in the House of Representatives at the Capitol in Atlanta on Crossover Day, Thursday, March 6, 2025. (Arvin Temkar/AJC)

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Follow Crossover Day action live from the Georgia Capitol

Live reporting from the Georgia General Assembly on a crucial legislative day.

Georgia bill tracker 2026: See what lawmakers are voting on

From tax cuts to an official state chicken wing flavor, see what bills Georgia lawmakers are considering and how close to passing they are.

Best dressed Georgia lawmakers of 2026. (Arvin Temkar/AJC)

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The best-dressed* Georgia lawmakers for 2026

This is the annual list of Georgia's best-dressed* legislators.

Georgia House approves increased access to birth control, more paid leave

In a nod to working families, Georgia House OKs Republican bills that would expand paid parental leave and make it easier to obtain contraceptives.

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Northwest Georgia voters take the first step in finding Greene’s successor

Seventeen candidates are on the ballot in Tuesday's all-party special election in northwest Georgia to pick a successor to Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene.

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3 Georgia General Assembly seats up for grabs in Tuesday special election

Resignations triggered two special elections in the state House and one in the state Senate.

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Paper ballot bill dies on Crossover Day

Georgia voters are no closer to knowing how they'll cast ballots this fall after election legislation collapsed on Crossover Day.

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Old federal buildings need $50B in repairs. Could some in Atlanta be sold?

The Public Buildings Reform Board released a report last week that identified more than $50 billion in deferred maintenance costs and repair liabilities for federal buildings.

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8 candidates raise their hands to be Georgia’s school superintendent

Five Republicans and three Democrats have qualified to run in the May 19 primary election for state school superintendent as incumbent Richard Woods vies for his fourth term.

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Weather, TSA staffing issues make for a tough weekend at Atlanta airport

Passengers saw hours-long airport security lines Sunday and longer-than-normal lines Monday morning.

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The impact of the Iran war on gas prices in metro Atlanta

Gas prices are getting higher in metro Atlanta and around Georgia thanks to the conflict in the Middle East.

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POLITICALLY GEORGIA

6 takeaways from a hectic Crossover Day in the Georgia Legislature

Lawmakers debated sports betting, touchscreen voting systems and Fani Willis ahead of a key legislative deadline last week.

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Georgia Senate votes to claw back data center tax breaks

The Georgia Senate Friday morning passed a bill that would repeal the sales tax exemptions through 2028 and 2031, respectively.

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County commission, school board races on tap this year in metro Atlanta

Dozens qualify to run for office in Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton and Gwinnett counties.