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News Articles: Burt Jones

Hundreds of people lined up at City Hall to sign up to speak out against the police training center at a city council meeting May 15, 2023.

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Political Rewind: The latest on 'Cop City' protests; Trump vs. Kemp in Columbus; MTG takes on Biden

Friday on Political Rewind: Former President Donald Trump's presence at the state GOP convention highlights the rift between Gov. Brian Kemp's supporters and MAGA Republicans. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene launched a campaign to impeach President Biden and other administration officials. Also: the latest on "Cop City" protests.

May 19, 2023
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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: Burt Jones targets DEI programs; Raffensperger says disinfo threatens democracy

Friday on Political Rewind: Mirroring conservative leadership nationwide, Lt. Gov. Burt Jones is calling for an audit of University System spending on diversity, equity and inclusion programs. Plus, Brad Raffensperger tells reporters disinformation is the greatest threat to democracy.

April 28, 2023
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By:
  • Bill Nigut and
  • Chase McGee
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  • Politics

Political Rewind: SCOTUS continues abortion drug access, DeKalb autopsy of slain protestor complete

Thursday on Political Rewind: The Supreme Court is temporarily allowing access to the abortion drug mifepristone while it decide if it will permit the medication's use. Meanwhile, the DeKalb County autopsy of Manuel Teran, the activist killed at the planned police training center, shows no gunpowder residue on their hands.

April 20, 2023
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Sonny Perdue addresses the legislature.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Sonny Perdue denounces budget cuts; Majorie Taylor Greene debuts on '60 Minutes'

Monday on Political Rewind: The Legislature's outcomes are still front of mind for Georgians. Chancellor Sonny Perdue decried a cut to the University System and mental health advocates mourn a failed expansion. Plus, CBS' 60 Minutes is under fire for an interview with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. 

April 03, 2023
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
The Georgia state Senate meets in Atlanta, Wednesday, March 29, 2023, during the final day of the legislature's 40-day session. Lawmakers faced final votes on a state budget and sought to reach agreement on a plan to improve mental-health care.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Recapping Sine Die 2023, What bills to watch for, DeSantis set to visit Georgia

Thursday on Political Rewind: As the dust settles after Sine Die, the fate of several major bills has become clear. A controversial budget, private school vouchers, expanded mental health care, and legalized sports betting - our panel weighs in.

March 30, 2023
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
A downed oak tree blocks traffic in Macon's Mercer Village after a line of storms with heavy winds blew through Monday morning, March 27, 2023.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Severe weather impacts; Lt. Gov. Jones backs down on hospital bill; Kemp on 2024

Monday on Political Rewind: Lt. Gov. Burt Jones has given up legislation that would threaten key health care bills. Meanwhile, Gov. Brian Kemp quickly signed SB 140, which restricts gender-affirming care for transgender minors. And there are new developments at the site of the future Atlanta police training center.

March 27, 2023
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Newly elected Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in front of the Georgia Senate in January. (Photo credit: Rebecca Grapevine)

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  • Politics

New lieutenant governor outlines goals

Jackson Republican and businessman Lt. Gov. Burt Jones ran for the office after a decade as a state senator because he wanted a new challenge and thought he could help ordinary Georgians, he said

February 02, 2023
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By:
  • Rebecca Grapevine
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp handily beat David Perdue, former President Trump's hand picked candidate in the 2022 Republican Gubernatorial primary , to set up a re-election race against Democrat Stacey Abrams.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: How has Gov. Brian Kemp changed since being inaugurated in 2018?

Thursday on Political Rewind at 9 a.m.: Gov. Brian Kemp will be sworn in today, beginning his second term as governor of Georgia. Over the last four years, he's changed his image from his 2018 campaign ads to a leader in the national Republican Party. Our panel anticipates his vision for his second term. #gapol

January 12, 2023
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Congress GOP fails to elect House Speaker; race for Ralston's seat goes to runoff

Wednesday on Political Rewind: Republicans failed to elect a Speaker of the House yesterday. Will Rep. Kevin McCarthy win in a historic fourth vote today? In Georgia, the race for former Rep. David Ralston's seat is going to a runoff while Gov. Brian Kemp and Lt. Gov. Burt Jones vow to reign in "far-left local prosecutors."
 

January 04, 2023
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, right, talks with a member of her team during proceedings to seat a special purpose grand jury in Fulton County, Georgia, on Monday, May 2, 2022, to look into the actions of former President Donald Trump and his supporters who tried to overturn the results of the 2020 election. The hearing took place in Atlanta.

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Georgia special grand jury wraps up probe of Trump, allies

A special grand jury investigating whether then-President Donald Trump and his allies illegally tried to overturn his defeat in the 2020 election in Georgia appears to be wrapping up its work, but many questions remain.

December 27, 2022
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  • Associated Press
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Watch Charlie Bailey and Burt Jones discuss 'fake electors' and abortion in Ga. Lt. Governor debate

On Tuesday, Oct. 18, candidates Charlie Bailey (D), Ryan Graham (L) and Burt Jones (R) debated in the race for Georgia lieutenant governor.

October 18, 2022
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By:
  • GPB News Staff
The line to vote at the Bonaire Middle School precinct in Houston County.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: New poll shows Senate race in dead heat; Abrams lags in governor's race

Wednesday on Political Rewind: A new poll from GPB News and the Georgia News Collaborative shows Walker and Warnock nearly tied, but recent controversies might have an impact on the outcome in November. The poll also shows Abrams trailing Kemp by double digits and republicans leading down-ballot races.

October 12, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Georgia Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock raised $17.2 million for his Senate reelection bid in 2022′s second quarter, while Republican challenger Herschel Walker raised $6.2 million. Georgia will be a key battleground in these 2022 midterm elections to determine which party controls the U.S. Senate.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Possible actual debate for Walker and Warnock; Coffee County saga; Pelosi's visit

Wednesday on Political Rewind: We may see a debate in the U.S. Senate race after all, as Warnock and Walker agree to meet in Savannah. Meanwhile, a fake elector aided Trump attorney Sidney Powell in copying election data in Coffee County. Cathy Latham, a county Republican Party chairwoman, escorted four technicians into the elections office. Plus, the panel breaks down Nancy Pelosi's visit to Georgia.

September 07, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
GOP and Democrats rally at events over the weekend.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Dems and GOP rally over the weekend; Student loans debate; Sandra Deal's memorial

Monday on Political Rewind: President Biden's decision to forgive student loan debt sparked a backlash from conservatives and enjoyed wide support from his base. Plus, state Democrats rally at a convention in Columbus while Gov. Kemp headlines a GOP fish fry in Perry. And we talk of the legacy of former first lady Sandra Deal.

August 29, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
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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
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