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Political Rewind: Rulings rain down on Medicaid, water at polling places, and Sen. Graham's subpoena

Monday on Political Rewind: Gov. Brian Kemp's Medicaid expansion with a work requirement has been approved by a federal judge. Sen. Lindsey Graham's order to appear in Fulton County has been temporarily blocked. And a judge refused to stay a ban on distributing food and water at polling places. 

August 22, 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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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
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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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
U.S. Rep. Buddy Darden joins the panel.

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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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  • 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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  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
student loans

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Political Rewind: Can Georgians get relief from student loan debt? ; Kemp to testify in Fulton probe

Monday on Political Rewind:  We’re answering your questions about student loans. Many of you left us voicemails before the show. We’ll tackle what it means for students, parents and borrowers. We’ll also answer what it means for Georgia politics if President Biden erases the debt. But first, the AJC's Patricia Murphy fills us in the on latest in the Fulton County probe. 

July 25, 2022
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By:
  • Donna Lowry ,
  • 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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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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  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more

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Political Rewind: Where Georgia stands with mental health; 988 line; Jody Hice in Fulton probe

Tuesday on Political Rewind: In their last session, Georgia legislators passed a bipartisan bill to improve access to mental health services. This past week saw further progress with the launch of the 988 phone line, an emergency mental health crisis line, part of a new national network.

July 19, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp preempts the ability of the state's cities and counties from mandating the wearing of masks.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: New COVID relief funding, Kemp and Abrams tied in polls and financing

Friday on Political Rewind: With an additional $2 billion in COVID relief in hand, Gov. Brian Kemp is eyeballing budget options that make him more appealing to voters this November. Plus, close ties in the polls and in campaign chests as Kemp and Abrams anticipate the next four months.

July 08, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut and
  • Chase McGee
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis addresses potential jurors as Fulton County Superior Court Judge Robert McBurney is seen on a video screen 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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Political Rewind: State lawmakers can't dodge Fulton subpoenas; new polls hint at a close election

Thursday on Political Rewind: A Fulton County judge rules that state lawmakers can't avoid subpoenas in the special grand jury investigating the 2020 election. Plus, polls show Warnock over Walker by 10 points and a nearly tied gubernatorial race.

 

July 07, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
highland park shooting

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Political Rewind: Highland Park shooting on Fourth of July; Abortion law in Georgia

Tuesday on Political Rewind: The team is back with a live show. The Fourth of July brought out some of the best and worst realities of our country. A mass shooting in Highland Park, Ill., turned a joyous celebration into a scene of carnage. Meanwhile, candidates on the November ballot show no signs of slowing down over the holiday. 

July 05, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut and
  • Natalie Mendenhall
The Supreme Court

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Georgia's six-week ban on abortions pending in courts, candidates respond

Monday on Political Rewind: The Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade led to a weekend full of uncertainty. Will abortion rights motivate voters to turn out in November?

June 27, 2022
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  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Brian Kemp

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Kemp will testify in Fulton probe; Supreme Court's new gun rights ruling

Friday on Political Rewind: Gov. Brian Kemp will appear before the Fulton County special grand jury, potentially revealing more about Trump's attempt to interfere with state elections. Plus, the Supreme Court ruled against New York in a landmark ruling that could broaden gun carry rights.

June 24, 2022
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  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
A tour group led by Rep. Barry Loudermilk includes at least one person present outside the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Loudermilk under scrutiny; Abrams blasts Kemp for receiving Daniel Defense funds

Thursday on Political Rewind: The January 6th Committee wants to talk to Rep. Barry Loudermilk of Georgia about a tour he led on the 5th. Plus, Abrams calls out Daniel Defense's campaign donations to Kemp. Meanwhile, Fox News featured only one candidate in the 2nd Congressional District race.

June 16, 2022
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  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
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