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Chairman Jon Ossoff, D-Ga., questions Michael Carvajal, the outgoing director of the Federal Bureau of Prisons, as the Senate Permanent Subcommittee On Investigations holds a hearing on charges of corruption and misconduct at the U.S. Penitentiary in Atlanta, at the Capitol in Washington, July 26, 2022.

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Senators push new oversight to combat federal prison crises

A bipartisan group of U.S. senators introduced legislation Wednesday to overhaul oversight and bring greater transparency to the crisis-plagued federal Bureau of Prisons.

September 28, 2022
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The first voter of the morning at the East Macon 3 precinct in Bibb County.

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Political Rewind: All eyes on Georgia as voters head to the polls, candidates vie for nominations

Tuesday on Political Rewind: Voters are flocking to the polls on election day. David Perdue got one last shout-out from Donald Trump. Meanwhile, Gov. Kemp got a boost from Trump's former vice president. Georgians also have to decide on lieutenant governor, secretary of state, attorney general, and more.

May 24, 2022
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  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 2 more
Republican Senate candidate Herschel Walker during a campaign stop at the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame in Macon on May 18, 2022.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Eve of primary election sees Georgia candidates make final pitch to voters

Monday on Political Rewind: On the eve of the primary election, Mike Pence arrives in Georgia to campaign for Brian Kemp while Donald Trump will hold a rally for David Perdue. It's a race that polls say may be out of reach for Perdue, but he argues his voters will surprise the pundits. Other candidates in closely watched races also make their final arguments to voters today, as well. Among Republican contests, Brad Raffensperger is looking to survive the wrath of Trump in his campaign for another term as secretary of state.

May 23, 2022
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  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Sarah Kallis ,
  • and 1 more
Side by side photos of Mary Margaret Oliver and David Ralston.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Longtime lawmakers reflect on tumultuous primary season, election issues

Friday on Political Rewind: Monday is the start of early voting in Georgia’s primaries. Last night, Gov. Brian Kemp and David Perdue took to the debate stage again to battle it out over the GOP gubernatorial nomination. Meanwhile, Stacey Abrams continues to focus on expanding health care on the campaign trail.

April 29, 2022
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  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Sam Bermas-Dawes ,
  • and 2 more
An illustration of different issues we spoke about on Friday.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Ga. leaders take differing tones on COVID; Wedge issues in 2022 session, races

On Wednesday's Political Rewind: Atlanta reissued an indoor mask mandate as COVID cases rises in Georgia while state leaders took a more passive tone. Meanwhile, in the gubernatorial race, could constitutional carry be the latest wedge issue to come up in the Republican primary between Gov. Brian Kemp and challenger David Perdue?

December 22, 2021
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  • Natalie Mendenhall and
  • Sam Bermas-Dawes
Card with definition of hazing

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Federal anti-hazing proposal takes a comprehensive approach

The bill defines hazing as an intentional or reckless act performed by students against students, regardless of willingness to participate, committed in connection with membership in an organization at a higher educational institution.

November 04, 2021
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  • Sarah Swetlik
U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock discusses his plan to bypass Georgia state officials' refusal to expand Medicaid outside of Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta on June 29.

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In battleground Georgia, candidates see big boost in campaign cash

Candidates for federal office in Georgia have raked in more than $56 million in contributions since January.

October 19, 2021
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  • Stephen Fowler
Members of Miami's Haitian community and other supporters protest against the deportation of Haitians arriving at the U.S. border, Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021, outside the offices of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services in Miami.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Immigration Crisis Intensifies; Draft of Ga.'s Congressional Maps Unveiled

Tuesday on Political Rewind: State Republican legislators released a first draft of Georgia's new congressional districts. Also, a new federal effort aims to protect thousands of residents brought to the United States at a young age. President Joe Biden is facing fire from both sides of the aisle for what critics say has been the inhumane treatment of Haitian immigrants at the southern border.

September 28, 2021
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  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Sam Bermas-Dawes ,
  • and 1 more
Lucy McBath and Karen Handel

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  • Politics

McBath And Handel Trade Blows In 6th Congressional District Debate

It was a dogfight from the start in a debate Tuesday between U.S. Rep. Lucy McBath, a Democrat, and Republican challenger Karen Handel ahead of the Nov. 3 general election.

McBath, who beat Handel in 2018 to win the once-heavily conservative district in the suburbs north of Atlanta, led off with a quick jab at Handel for moving to cut funding for cancer screenings to the pro-life group Planned Parenthood.

October 13, 2020
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  • Beau Evans
Democratic presidential candidate and former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg speaks during his campaign launch of "Mike for Black America," at the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum, Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020, in Houston.

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Political Rewind: Georgia Featured In Prominent Role During 2020 Election

Friday on Political Rewind , what is the role of Georgia in election year politics? National attention turns to the Peach State in 2020. Earlier this...

February 14, 2020
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  • Bill Nigut
Lucy McBath, left, and her husband Ron Davis participate in a gun control rally as part of the "No More Names: National Drive to Reduce Gun Violence," a 25-state national bus tour, at the Georgia Capitol, Monday, June 24, 2013, in Atlanta.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Lucy McBath Endorses Michael Bloomberg At Crucial Time

Thursday on Political Rewind , Lucy McBath’s endorsement of Michael Bloomberg has come at a crucial time for the Democratic presidential candidate as...

February 13, 2020
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By:
  • Bill Nigut
A screenshot of Rep. Buddy Carter (R-Pooler) from his video for the "Stop Opioid Silence" campaign on Facebook with the Partnership for Drug Free Kids.

Facebook, Georgia Reps Share Videos To 'Stop Opioid Silence'

A campaign to raise awareness of opioid misuse and break the shame and stigma associated with addiction, is receiving help from five Georgia lawmakers....

January 03, 2020
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  • Ellen Eldridge
Democratic Rep. Lucy McBath, D-Marietta, was elected in 2016. Republican Rep. Earl 'Buddy' Carter, R-Pooler, was elected in 2014.

Georgia Reps. Reach Across Aisle To Tackle Outdated Public Health Technology

Despite the partisan rancor overtaking Capitol Hill, two Georgia representatives have reached across the aisle to introduce a bill aimed at bringing...

December 16, 2019
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  • Robert Jimison
Democrats on the House Judiciary Committee listen as the panel considers the investigative findings in the impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump, on Capitol Hill in Washington, Monday, Dec. 9, 2019.

How Georgia Members of Judiciary Voted On Impeachment Articles

In a vote along party lines, the House Judiciary Committee voted to advance two articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump to the full House...

December 13, 2019
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  • Robert Jimison
House Judiciary Committee ranking member Rep. Doug Collins, R-Ga., gives his opening statement during a House Judiciary Committee markup of the articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump, Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2019, on Capitol Hill in Washington

Georgia Reps Debate Impeachment During House Judiciary Hearing

Georgia members serving on the House Judiciary Committee aligned with their respective party when approaching how to make a case for or against the...

December 12, 2019
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  • Robert Jimison
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