Kemp endorses Lt. Gov. Jones; Jackson stunned
In a political move that took most Georgians by surprise, Gov. Brian Kemp, who recently said he wasn’t endorsing anyone for governor in the Tuesday governor’s runoff, reversed himself and yesterday gave his “full endorsement” of Lt. Gov. Burt Jones. You can view the governor’s statement HERE.
Lt. Gov. Jones seeks funding for rural healthcare
Lt. Gov. Burt Jones is seeking Congressional support and funding for Georgia’s hospitals. Late last week, Jones wrote a letter to President Donald Trump and Dr. Mehmet Oz, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator, in support of their ongoing efforts to address a fairer and more equitable wage index system (AWI) under the Medicare Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS).
House passes McBath-sponsored bill to fight human trafficking
With its status as one of the top logistics or transportation states in the country – between Hartsfield and being near the southern terminus of 3 major interstates – Georgia is also sadly one of the nation’s leading states for human trafficking. In 2024, the National Human Trafficking Hotline data showed nearly 22,000 victims of trafficking in the U.S.
Kemp: AFY26 Budget delivers relief to Georgians; makes key investments in state
Top state leaders joined Governor Brian Kemp at the State Capitol this week as he signed the amended fiscal year 2026 budget – a budget that he says, “delivers meaningful relief to the people of Georgia while also making key investments that will drive our state’s success for years to come.” Kemp stressed that a large position of the funds in this document are one-time spends and do not add long-term liabilities to the state.
The FBI had probable cause to seize 2020 election ballots
Longtime self-described election integrity activist Garland Favorito has presented to the State Election Board a new complaint he filed against Fulton County for illegally refusing to produce the 2020 election ballots recently seized by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Werkheiser bill would help rural hospitals
After travelling more than 300 miles in two days and visiting nine rural hospitals, at least one Republican lawmaker hopes to help these medical facilities’ leaders address issues they are currently facing.
Top candidates pack Capitol for first day of qualifying
The hallways of the State Capitol were packed Monday, but it wasn’t the result of the Georgia General Assembly. The ritual of qualifying for office began early and runs through the week. U.S. Senators, Senate challengers, congressmembers, state constitutional officer hopefuls, state senators and representatives jammed into the second floor of the Capitol to file their paperwork for the 2026 Midterm election. Primaries are set for May 19.
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Ga. CEO: Phil Kent Discusses the JAMES Magazine 2026 Most Influential Issue
James’ CEO and Publisher Phil Kent recently sat down with our friends over at Georgia CEO to discuss the latest edition of James – the 2026 ‘Most Influential’ Issue! Learn more in this video below:
Georgia Gang: Airport lines and governor’s race
Debate over Georgia and national politics involved in the partial government shutdown, and the terrible effect on Atlanta & other airports, opens the March 29 show with guest moderator Russ Spencer.
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Opinion: Georgia needs a Religious Freedom Restoration Act
Once again, we look forward to the opportunity during the 2025 Legislative Session to pass the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA). Georgia Sen. Ed Setzler, R-Acworth, along with 33 other Republican senators, have introduced on January 27th Senate Bill 36 - the new RFRA legislation at the Capitol.
Opinion: Real teen safety starts at home, not in Washington
Parents in Georgia— and across the nation— are navigating a dangerous digital landscape where inappropriate content is only a click away. But instead of adding another layer of federal bureaucracy, we need a solution that puts control where it belongs: in the hands of parents.
Opinion: Accelerating the future of self-driving cars: A strategic imperative
As the world stands on the cusp of a new era in transportation, it is encouraging to see President Donald Trump’s team make clear statements about his administration’s commitment to accelerating the regulation of self-driving cars.
