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News Articles: Bill Nigut

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani speaks during a news conference June 7, 2022, in New York. The Georgia investigation into potential criminal interference in the 2020 election is heating up. Prosecutors are trying to force allies and advisers of former President Donald Trump to come to Atlanta to testify before a special grand jury.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Giuliani scheduled to testify; Liz Cheney loses seat; Senate race tops $207M

Wednesday on Political Rewind: Rudy Giuliani will appear before the Fulton Co. special grand jury today. He'll likely be questioned about his election fraud claims at the State Capitol. Plus, Liz Cheney lost her primary to a Trump-endorsed candidate, and what that means for Georgia. 

August 17, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Rudy Giuliani talks with Georgia State Sens. Jen Jordan (D-Atlanta) and Elena Parent (D-Atlanta) during a break in a Georgia State Senate hearing Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Giuliani a target in Fulton probe; Abortion law stays in place; Medicaid expansion

Tuesday on Political Rewind: Less than 48 hours before his scheduled testimony, Rudy Giuliani was informed that he's a target of the Fulton County special grand jury. Meanwhile, state GOP legislators look to expand Medicaid, a frequent state Democrat talking point. 

August 16, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Sen. Lindsey Graham

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Sen. Graham must testify; Abrams appeals to Black men; Mar-a-Lago warrant unsealed

Monday on Political Rewind: Barring another delay, Rudy Giuliani is scheduled to appear before the Fulton Co. special grand jury this week.  Plus, Abrams proposes legalizing gambling to fund education. But first, a federal judge rejects Lindsey Graham's appeal in a Fulton County probe. #gapol

August 15, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Gambling

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Abrams moves to legalize gambling; Kemp to push tax breaks; Mar-a-Lago fallout

Wednesday on Political Rewind: As both Kemp and Abrams turn to economic issues, Kemp plans to unveil a tax refund for Georgians, funded by the state's surplus. And while much about the Mar-a-Lago search is unknown, GOP figures nationwide are using it to motivate their base. But first, Greg Bluestein provides a breaking update from the Abrams campaign.
 

August 10, 2022
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By:
  • Natalie Mendenhall and
  • Chase McGee
Travis McMichael

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Inflation Reduction Act; McMichaels sentencing; ACLU abortion law challenge

Today on Political Rewind: The three men who murdered Ahmaud Arbery will face a judge again today. Plus, Sen. Raphael Warnock's push to cap insulin at $35 monthly for everyone is blocked by Republicans. Also, the ACLU's challenge to Georgia's six-week abortion ban heads to court today.

August 08, 2022
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By:
  • Donna Lowry and
  • Natalie Mendenhall
Abortion-rights supporters hold signs related to a bill that could open the door to legislation limiting or banning abortions in the state during a rally Friday at the Kansas Statehouse following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Photo by Evert Nelson/The Capital-Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: What Georgia politicians are taking from Kansas' abortion vote; Walker on debates

Wednesday on Political Rewind: Stacey Abrams launches a counteroffensive to Brian Kemp's unrelenting TV attack ads, which allege that she would defund law enforcement. Plus, partisan efforts are fueled by Music Midtown's cancellation. And elections nationwide hint at Trump's enduring influence.

August 03, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
music midtown

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Music Midtown canceled; Claiming unborn kids on taxes; Update on Fulton probe

Tuesday on Political Rewind: Music Midtown has been canceled, allegedly because of Georgia's gun laws. Plus, the State Department of Revenue will allow Georgians to claim embryos on income tax deductions. Meanwhile, Tamar Hallerman provides an update on the latest in the Fulton County probe.

August 02, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
U.S. Rep. Buddy Darden joins the panel.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Former Rep. Buddy Darden on panel; Kemp ties Abrams to Biden; Back-to-school time

Monday on Political Rewind:  Former U.S. Rep. Buddy Darden joins the panel as we discuss nationwide inflation. Meanwhile, Gov. Brian Kemp attempts to tie Stacey Abrams to President Biden's economic policies. But Abrams isn't backing away from Biden, despite his low approval ratings. Plus, the State Ethics Commission investigates Abrams' 2018 campaign.

August 01, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
The Cobb County board of elections voted to ask county commissioners for funding to mail absentee applications to active voters for November.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Republicans mobilize election volunteers, teachers go back to school

Friday on Political Rewind: After claiming the 2020 election was rigged, Republicans are mobilizing election volunteers and disputing individual voter registrations statewide. Plus, teachers are better-paid this school year, but they face new restrictions on teaching race and gender.

July 29, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Daniel Defense guns shown with logo outfacing.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Gun manufacturers testify; Georgians respond to abortion law; Ossoff investigates

Thursday on Political Rewind: The CEO of Daniel Defense claimed his company bore no responsibility for its use in the Uvalde shooting. Instead, he blamed an "erosion of personal responsibility." Plus, a majority of Georgians oppose the new abortion law and many say they'll vote accordingly.
 

July 28, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Gov. Kemp and Stacey Abrams.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Polls show Georgians worried about direction of country; Split-ticket voting

Wednesday on Political Rewind: A new poll from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution shows 78% of Georgians think the country is headed in the wrong direction. Polls also show Kemp over Abrams and Warnock over Walker. Plus, state Republicans are challenging voter registrations and training poll volunteers statewide. 

July 27, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
fani willis buddy carter and camden spaceport

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Fulton DA disqualified; Camden Spaceport Saga; Carter's no vote on gay marriage

Tuesday on Political Rewind: A judge ruled that Fani Willis cannot investigate state Sen. Burt Jones in the Fulton County special grand jury investigating the 2020 election. Plus, courts have upheld subpoenas for false electors and Rep. Jody Hice. Meanwhile, Rep. Buddy Carter voted against codifying gay marriage. 

July 26, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
State Sen. Burt Jones (R-Jackson) officially launched his campaign for lieutenant governor of Georgia on Thursday, Aug. 26, 2021.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Target letters sent to 16 false electors; Walker campaign revamps

Wednesday on Political Rewind: Sixteen GOP electors who sent false documents to the Library of Congress received target letters from the Fulton County special grand jury. Plus, Walker's campaign changes tactics, driven by new advisors. Meanwhile, there was a hearing on distributing water at polling places.

July 20, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Fani Willis

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Fulton probe heats up; Abrams clears stance on defunding police; Pain of inflation

Monday on Political Rewind: The Fulton County election probe issued letters to state Sen. Burt Jones and Georgia GOP chair David Shafer informing them that they could face criminal charges. House Speaker David Ralston was called to testify last week as Sen. Lindsey Graham looks to avoid the stand. 

July 18, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Will Hurd and his book American Reboot

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: In conversation with former U.S. Rep. Will Hurd, author of 'American Reboot'

Friday on Political Rewind: According to the New York Times, just 13% of Americans believe the country is headed in the right direction, a pessimism shared by every demographic. In his book American Reboot, former U.S. Rep. Will Hurd proposes a new path forward.

July 15, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
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