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Unique, Fearless and Topical where you provide the balance to our content. Tonight, in Hour 2, Shelley takes phone calls, including a call from the person who was responsible for turning in Ja'Quon Stembridge the former assistant secretary for the Georgia GOP. He answers all of Shelley questions, and much more. Listen LIVE weeknights 7pm-9pm on 95.5 WSB

A fast-moving story surrounding 19-year-old former Georgia GOP assistant secretary Ja'Quon Stembridge, whose sudden resignation made headlines after a vigilante sting video swept across social media. Ron spoke directly with "Angelus" of Street Sweepers TV, who explains how his group's decoy operation unfolded and why the encounter escalated the way it did. Later, Ron brings on Eric from Blue Georgia, who shares how GOP leadership reacted—and why his posts quickly drew blocks from party officials. The episode shifts to national news as Ron caught up with CBS News White House reporter Stacy Lyn for an update on the tragic National Guard shooting in Washington, D.C., and the political finger-pointing now underway. His opinion: the blame goes back all the way to Trump 1.0.Fresh developments in South Carolina, where Rep. Nancy Mace faces upheaval inside her own campaign team. Home sellers are de-listing at record pace in and around metro Atlanta, and Ron (who's also a REALTOR) has some insights, plus with Six Flags over Georgia pulling the plug on "Holiday in the Park" comes some alternate festive spots throughout the state, including Stone Mountain Park. Tune in to catch the Ron Show weekdays from 4-6pm Eastern time on Georgia NOW! Grab the app or listen online at heargeorgianow.com.#HearGeorgiaNow #TheRonShow #StreetSweepersTV #BlueGeorgia #NancyMace #GeorgiaPolitics #GAGOP #NationalGuard #AtlantaNews #PoliticalNews

In Episode 398, recorded an hour before Marjorie Taylor Greene announced her resignation from Congress, Ken and Dave discuss J. D. Vance convicted of threatening J. D. Vance, Trump's Communist visitor, "muscle mommies", time served for a tripping pilot, Josh McKoon's odd choice for special advisor, a pedo gets life, and Democrats recommend insubordination. National Politics and Washington D.C. The hosts discuss Joe Biden's 83rd birthday and the ongoing debate over his mental state and potential 2024 run. Details from Dick Cheney's funeral were shared, noting the attendance of "war mongers" like the Bushes, Clintons, and Obamas. Donald Trump did not attend, reportedly out of respect for their strained relationship. Revelations about Jeffrey Epstein included reports of his micro penis, which was described as lemon-shaped. Donald Trumphosted socialist New York politician Zohran Mamdani in his office, sparking debate over Trump's populist appeal over hardline conservative stances (like those held by MTG or Thomas Massie). The discussion covered NYC politics, including the challenges of rent control and a high number of vacant apartments due to landlords being unable to afford repairs. Trump's sleep habits were noted; he reportedly operates effectively on only two hours of sleep per night. Assassination Attempt Aftermath and Mental Health The man who attempted to assassinate Trump (Crooks) had a significant digital footprint, contrary to initial reports. The individual was characterized as mentally ill and an "incel" who was addicted to seeking attention by hopping between volatile beliefs (violently pro-Trump, then anti-Trump, changing pronouns to they/them). He was noted to be involved in the furry community and obsessed with "muscle mommies" (steroided-up muscle-building women). The off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot who attempted to pull the fuel kill switches mid-flight (while on a 40-hour shroom bender) was given "time served" and ordered to stay away from aviation for five years. Congressional Conduct and Military Orders A group of Democrat members of Congress, including former astronaut Mark Kelly, were criticized for making a video that told U.S. military and clandestine service members to disobey unlawful orders, advice which the hosts argued could ruin a young soldier's career if the order is later deemed lawful. Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett was criticized for mistakenly reading a list of politicians who had taken donations from a Dr. Jeffrey Epstein, wrongly claiming the funds came from the convicted child abuser. Georgia Politics and Corruption The hosts discuss the upcoming quick legislative session in Georgia, expected to end by mid-March. The future of eliminating state income tax and property taxes remains a major topic. Georgia GOP party chair Josh McKoon faced heavy criticism for appointing Brad Barnes—a self-identified national populist—as an adviser, given Barnes' history of xenophobic and anti-Semitic social media posts. This was called an "unforced error" that harms fundraising and voter outreach, particularly among older Republicans. The hosts suggest state-wide candidates like Bert Jones (Lt. Governor candidate) are vulnerable to runoffs due to the fracturing of the Republican base. In a local Georgia crime case, former church volunteer Kelly Ivy was convicted of plotting to abduct underage girls online and received a life sentence with a requirement to serve 50 years in confinement. Tragedy at Sea The high seas murder case of 18-year-old Anna Keaptainner was detailed. She died by asphyxiation on the Carnival Horizon cruise ship and was found naked, wrapped in a sheet, and stuffed under a bed. The case involves her 16-year-old stepbrother, who was reportedly infatuated with her and is being held at an undisclosed location but not formally detained.

A lot of ground covered today ... Ron opens with the political jolt in Sandy Springs, where Democratic State Rep. Esther Panitch crossed party lines to endorse former Georgia GOP chair and incumbent mayor Rusty Paul. Ron speaks directly with mayoral candidate Dontaye Carter, who outlines why the endorsement misrepresents his record, inflames racial dog whistles, and reflects deeper issues of elitism and accountability inside Democratic circles. Carter also details his platform on affordability, representation, and the demographic challenges facing Sandy Springs as it heads into a pivotal runoff.Next, Ron turns to an in-depth interview with Dr. Daniel Canso of the Georgia Budget and Policy Institute, who explains why eliminating Georgia's state income tax would shift billions in costs onto working families while delivering disproportionate benefits to the wealthy. His breakdown of sales tax expansion, regressivity, and long-term budget impacts offers essential clarity for voters.Ron then examines Donald Trump's latest outburst — a call to punish Democratic lawmakers for reminding military members of their duty to refuse illegal orders — and digs in on who the target audience for the Democrats' video was and how the Trump administration is already giving illegal orders by blurring National Guard call-up titles. How about an evidence-based look at immigration data, for once? Ron dives in after Rep. Buddy Carter's letter to DHS Secretary "cosplay" Kristi Noem calling for ICE agents to invade metro Atlanta. Ron theorizes he was "triggered" by a report earlier this week that showed Georgia is 6th in the U.S. in terms of undocumented immigrant population. May work in the primary, but Georgians overwhelmingly oppose mass deportations. Finally, author Dennis Brennan joins the show to discuss his new book drawing historical parallels between Aaron Burr and Donald Trump, offering a fascinating lens on political power, perception, and mythmaking.Tune in to catch the Ron Show weekdays from 4-6pm Eastern time on Georgia NOW! Grab the app or listen online at heargeorgianow.com.#DaunteCarter #DanielCanso #DennisBrennan #GeorgiaPolitics #SandySprings #2025Runoff #IncomeTaxDebate #ImmigrationDebate #HearGeorgiaNow #TheRonShow

MDJ Script/ Top Stories for November 5th Publish Date:  November 5th Commercial: From the BG Ad Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.    Today is Wednesday, November 5th and Happy Birthday to Brian Adams I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Times Journal Marietta receives Statewide Award for M2R Trail Activation Study 'Dire need': Cobb nonprofits under strain as uncertainty over food stamps continues Braves Bench coach, former player Walt Weiss promoted as new manager All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!  BREAK: INGLES 5 STORY 1: Marietta receives Statewide Award for M2R Trail Activation Study Big news for Marietta—its Mountain to River Trail Activation Study just snagged the 2025 Outstanding Planning Document Award from the Georgia Planning Association. Pretty cool, right? This wasn’t just another dry, cookie-cutter plan. Nope. It stood out for its creativity—think bold graphics, thoughtful storytelling, and a planning process that actually felt, well, human. Back in 2023, Marietta teamed up with the Atlanta Regional Commission and Georgia Conservancy to figure out how to breathe new life into the 3.5-mile stretch of the M2R Trail. Placemaking, wayfinding, connecting neighborhoods—it’s all in there. The award? Accepted Oct. 9. The study? Worth a read. STORY 2: 'Dire need': Cobb nonprofits under strain as uncertainty over food stamps continues The ripple effects of the government shutdown are hitting hard, and local nonprofits are feeling the strain. SNAP benefits? Still in limbo. Sure, judges ordered the program to keep running, but “partial funding” doesn’t mean much when no one knows how much or when. Melanie Kagan, CEO of The Center for Family Resources, is bracing for impact. “No real clarity,” she said. Calls for food and rent help are already flooding in—1,400 a month, and climbing. Over at Sweetwater Mission, Pastor Tracy Carter is seeing lines like never before. “Cars wrapped around the block,” he said. They’ve had to cut food portions just to stretch supplies. And with the holidays looming? It’s bleak. MUST Ministries is also overwhelmed—five times the usual number of people seeking help last week. “Even if the shutdown ends tomorrow, the damage is done,” said Katy Ruth Camp. Cobb Chairwoman Lisa Cupid urged compassion, recalling her own struggles during the 2009 recession. “So many are living paycheck to paycheck,” she said. The message is clear: nonprofits need help—donations, volunteers, anything. It’s all hands on deck. STORY 3: Braves Bench coach, former player Walt Weiss promoted as new manager  The Atlanta Braves have handed the reins to Walt Weiss, naming him their new manager after eight years as the team’s bench coach. Weiss isn’t new to the spotlight—or the hardware. He’s got two World Series rings: one from his playing days with the 1989 Oakland A’s and another from the Braves’ 2021 championship run. At 61, Weiss has been part of the Braves family for over a decade, first as a player and then as a coach. Since 2018, he’s helped guide the team to six division titles, seven playoff runs, and that unforgettable 2021 title. Before Atlanta, Weiss managed the Rockies from 2013-2016 and spent years as a special assistant in their front office. Drafted 11th overall in 1985 by the A’s, he played 14 seasons in the majors, earning Rookie of the Year in ’88. Now? He’s back at the helm, ready to write the next chapter. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info.  We’ll be right back. Break: INGLES 5 STORY 4: Then and now: Marietta High School's yearbook unites generations For Lucy Greene, flipping through the Marietta High School Olympian yearbook today feels like stepping into another world. Back in 1953, when she was editor—and, oh yeah, Miss MHS—things were... different. “Y’all have computers everywhere,” she laughed, standing in front of the current yearbook staff on Monday. “I’m still analog. We were scissors-and-glue people. Literally. We cut, pasted, and prayed it looked right.” She described hauling pages to a photo lab in Atlanta, waiting for proofs, and triple-checking everything with rulers and pencils. For seniors Rebecca Moseley and Mary Caroline Murrell, today’s editors, Greene’s visit was a reminder of how much tradition matters. “It’s so special,” Murrell said. “Even 50 years later, she’s still looking back at her yearbook. That’s what we’re creating—something that lasts forever.” Greene shared her favorite memories: sock hops after basketball games, yearbook contests, and the thrill of seeing your face in print. When she graduated in 1953, Greene’s class was the first at MHS to hit 100 students. This year? Over 500. Before leaving, she offered the staff a bit of wisdom: “You can’t have too many friends in this world. And when you finish something like this, it sticks with you. It really does.” STORY 5: AROUND TOWN: Cobb GOP activist Pam Reardon dies  Pam Reardon, a fierce and passionate voice in East Cobb’s Republican community, has passed away. A retired real estate agent and longtime activist, Pam had been battling cancer. Her death was announced by Salleigh Grubbs, former Cobb GOP chair, who described her as “fearless, principled, and full of life.” Grubbs wrote, “Pamela Reardon was a shining star. Her dedication to her values and her love for others were unmatched. She was my beloved Pammy.” Born in Calgary, Canada, Pam moved to the U.S. in the late ’80s. For over 25 years, she and her husband Tom built a life in East Cobb, raising six children and doting on their grandchildren. Josh McKoon, Georgia GOP chair, also paid tribute, calling her “a pillar of our community” and “a testament to service and leadership.” Pam’s impact extended beyond politics. She served on the board of the Family Life Resource Center and as Women’s Council secretary at St. Ann’s Church. Her loss leaves a void, but her legacy of courage, compassion, and conviction will continue to inspire. Break: STORY 6: Cobb commissioners discuss proposed new stormwater fee  Cobb County’s stormwater system is, well, a mess. Aging pipes, sinkholes, overgrown detention ponds—it’s all piling up. And now, county leaders are floating a new fee to tackle it. Here’s the pitch: homeowners in unincorporated Cobb and Mableton would pay $4.75 a month. Businesses, schools, and churches? They’d pay based on how much impervious surface (think parking lots, roofs) they have. The goal? Double the stormwater budget and finally start catching up on repairs. The fee would also fund proactive services—like maintaining detention ponds and hiring crews to handle smaller fixes. But not everyone’s sold. Commissioner JoAnn Birrell, a longtime critic of transferring water revenue to the general fund, isn’t convinced. “I’ve been fighting this for 15 years,” she said. Public hearings are set for Nov. 12 and Nov. 20, with a vote scheduled after. STORY 7: Police investigating fatal Austell car crash Cobb County Police are investigating a deadly crash that happened early Sunday morning on Joe Jerkins Boulevard. It was just after 3 a.m. when Erik Attaway, 45, of Austell, lost control of his gray 2019 Nissan Rogue. Heading north, he hit a curve, veered into the southbound lanes, and then off the road entirely—slamming into an embankment and a tree. Attaway didn’t survive. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Police are still piecing together what happened. If you know anything, they’re asking you to call 770-499-3987. We’ll have closing comments after this. Break: INGLES 5 Signoff-   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.mdjonline.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Produced by the BG Podcast Network Show Sponsors: www.ingles-markets.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Political Breakfast, host Lisa Rayam broadcasts live with Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson and Republican strategist Brian Robinson to give the rundown on Raffensperger. The Secretary of State has not officially announced a campaign for the Georgia Governor's race in 2026, and is also rumored to be exploring a run for U.S. Senate. But the Republican is not universally supported within the Georgia GOP. In June of 2025, GOP convention delegates passed a resolution to prevent him from qualifying as a Republican candidate, even though its legal legitimacy has been questioned. Raffensperger also faced opposition from President Donald Trump, but survived those political attacks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Georgia GOP leaders push to eliminate state income tax; South Fulton mayor's race sees lots of familiar faces; and The Home Depot reports a slightly off Q2.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Georgia GOP unlikely to follow Texas in mid-decade redistricting push; Hundreds of Georgia houses to get free rooftop solar; and Delta clarifies AI intent following Senatorial pushback. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Georgia's 10th district Congressional representative, "MTG with a mullet" Mike Collins has thrown his trucker hat into the ring to seek the GOP nomination for U.S. Senate in 2026. He hopes, of course, to unseat Senator Jon Ossoff, and cast the Democrat (along with Reverend Senator Raphael Warnock) as working for "California crazies or New York nut jobs." He stepped in not longer Governor Brian Kemp informed him he'd be backing the (potential, still, I guess) campaign of former college football coach Derek Dooley. They're lifelong friends, after all, but Dooley's conservative bonafides are already coming into question in right wing media. There's this concept that Kemp was trying to play "kingmaker" (does he really have that kind of sawy herding cats with Georgia GOP voters, though?) and keep the Senate primary race from being a bitter fight. Good luck with that. For what it's worth, I happen to think Georgia Democrats might flex a little "ranked choice" and cross party lines to choose the lesser of all the evils that'll be on that ballot as a de facto "second choice."------"The Georgia Gang" panelist (and Georgia WIN List executive director) Melita Easters brought an interesting point to the political conversation ... there seem to be a lot of "daddy issues" in the Georgia GOP. Between the Derek Dooley (son of UGA football coaching legend Vince Dooley) and Lt. Governor Burt Jones and his daddy's influence (and wealth) ... it's just hard to ignore.------Atlanta growth is "slowing" (still growing, but slower), as noted in a Wall Street Journal article, and noted on Sunday's "The Georgia Gang" as well. Housing costs and woeful traffic affecting "quality of life." With an abundance of office space available, post-pandemic, it's not easy converting office buildings to residential use, as natural as that seems to be a solution for a lack of housing supply. A for the traffic issue, I go right back to the well insisting it's past-due time for someone to champion connecting the entire state with high speed rail and networking to the airport here, strengthening MARTA's usability and convincing Atlanta's mayor (and Atlanta Regional Commission chair) to reconsider his position on Beltline Rail necessity where it's already necessary to be first.

Georgia GOP leader accused of $140-million Ponzi scheme: "Sorry;" Low-Key COVID; and how much above the average income Atlantans will have to find in the couch seat cusions to afford an average house. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy examine the buzz around former football coach Derek Dooley's possible run for U.S. Senate in Georgia. Can a candidate with virtually no public political track record—and a legacy tied to Tennessee orange—win over Georgia GOP voters? Then, Tia Mitchell joins Greg for the Monday Mailbag segment, where they answer questions about Medicaid paperwork, political labels, and even podcast linguistics. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at PoliticallyGeorgia@ajc.com. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Political Breakfast, we react to news from the AJC that Geoff Duncan may be running in the 2026 Georgia Governor's race as a Democrat. Duncan, now an official outcast after Georgia GOP leaders expelled him from the party, has long expressed frustration with President Donald Trump and those who support his administration. But strategists Brian Robinson, Tharon Johnson and host Lisa Rayam wonder: Is the party willing to accept him? Or has Duncan fallen off the radar? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A group of faith leaders, doctors and high school students form coalition to urge Georgia Public Service Commission to push Georgia Power toward cleaner power sources; Georgia GOP leaders split over decision to bomb Iran; and how the Atlanta Community Food Bank is navigating record demand. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Punchbowl News Reporter Max Cohen is back to talk all things reconciliation as the Senate Finance Committee begins its “Byrd Bath” process. Plus, the Georgia GOP is on edge as they wait for a signal from President Donald Trump on endorsements in the state's Senate race. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Eric, @CSIBillCrane, @TimAndrewsHere, @Autopritts, @JaredYamamoto, Greg, and George in their newly extended timeslot from 3pm-7pm as they chat about the cliquey Georgia GOP, the return of BTS, sexfluencers, and so much more! *New episodes of our sister shows: The Popcast with Tim Andrews and The Nightcap with Jared Yamamoto are available as well!

GDP Script/ Top Stories for June 10th Publish Date: June 10th From The BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Tuesday, June 10th and Happy Birthday to Michael J. Fox I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia Car Crashes Into Duluth House Lilburn Campers Celebrate the Program’s 44th Camp Year with a Prehistoric Surprise Police looking for victims of Buford teen accused of child molestation All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: Kia MOG (07.14.22 KIA MOG) STORY 1: Car Crashes Into Duluth House A driver escaped unharmed after their vehicle crashed into the front of a home on Park Bluff Lane in Duluth on Monday. Police reported the driver experienced a mechanical issue, causing them to lose control. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, though the home's entrance sustained significant damage. STORY 2: Lilburn Campers Celebrate the Program’s 44th Camp Year with a Prehistoric Surprise The Girl Scouts Lilburn Day Camp celebrated its 44th year with a "Prehistoric Party" theme, hosting hundreds of campers for paleontology-inspired activities like polishing amber and daily dinosaur visits. Campers voted on the theme and designed T-shirts for next year. Directed by Kathy Lewis, a decade-long volunteer, the camp emphasized teamwork and family among campers and volunteers. Activities included outdoor cooking, crafts, woodworking, and Scout skills, with campers like Faith Addison and Riley Perez sharing aspirations inspired by their experiences. The camp fostered creativity, nature appreciation, and leadership development for all participants. STORY 3: Police looking for victims of Buford teen accused of child molestation Gwinnett County Police are seeking potential victims of 18-year-old Lucas Costea, who is accused of molesting a child on Christmas Day 2020 in Buford. Costea, charged with child molestation, aggravated child molestation, and aggravated sexual battery, was granted $25,000 bail with conditions, including house arrest, a GPS ankle monitor, and no contact with minors except his brother. Police believe Costea may have ties to a youth organization and urge anyone with information to contact the Special Victims Unit at 770-513-5300. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: Ingles Markets 8 STORY 4: Mining project near Okefenokee on hold as applicant struggles financially Twin Pines Minerals (TPM), seeking to mine titanium near Georgia's Okefenokee Swamp, has failed to provide $2.1 million in financial assurances required by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) for site reclamation. The project faces strong opposition from environmental advocates and local governments, citing potential harm to the swamp's ecosystem, while supporters argue it could create jobs in a high-poverty area. TPM is also embroiled in lawsuits, including one alleging insolvency and fraud. Critics, like environmental lawyer Josh Marks, urge the EPD to deny the permit, citing the company's alleged misconduct and financial instability. STORY 5: Gwinnett Police Arrest 2 Suspects Tied To Armed Robberies In Norcross Gwinnett County Police arrested Jairo Martinez-Villafranca, 37, and Belki Reyes-Cordova, 28, for a series of armed robberies at Norcross grocery stores in May. The pair allegedly robbed El Amigo and La Escondida grocery stores on May 13, demanding cash at gunpoint, with one incident involving a clerk caring for a baby. A third robbery occurred in DeKalb County two days later. Using FLOCK cameras, police tracked the suspects' vehicle, leading to their arrests. Both face multiple charges, including armed robbery and aggravated assault, and are held without bond in Gwinnett County Jail. Break: STORY 6: Georgia solar panel manufacturer launching recycling center Qcells, a leading solar panel manufacturer, is launching EcoRecycle by Qcells in Cartersville to recycle up to 500,000 solar panels annually, repurposing materials like aluminum, glass, silver, and copper. This initiative addresses the growing issue of solar waste, which often ends up in landfills, and aims to enhance sustainability in the clean energy sector. Qcells, with a strong presence in Georgia since 2019, continues to expand its role in the circular economy, reinforcing solar energy as a renewable and responsible power source. STORY 7: Georgia GOP delegates go home, keeping their chairman despite grievances ahead of a big election year The Georgia GOP state convention in Dalton re-elected Josh McKoon as chairman amid internal tensions and ideological debates. Delegates passed a resolution to bar Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger from running as a Republican, though it’s likely unenforceable. Discussions centered on upcoming elections, with potential candidates for governor and U.S. Senate, including Marjorie Taylor Greene and others, hinting at future runs. The convention emphasized loyalty to Trump, opposition to transgender policies, and eliminating state income tax. 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On today's episode of Politically Georgia, hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy recap the Georgia GOP convention in Dalton—where talk of unity ran headlong into rumors, new contenders, and long-simmering divides. They unpack the surprising emergence of the son of former UGA football coach Vince Dolley, Derek Dooley, as a possible Senate candidate, and what Marjorie Taylor Greene had to say about a run for governor. Then, newly re-elected state GOP Chairman Josh McKoon joins to share his thoughts on unifying the party and the challenges ahead. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at PoliticallyGeorgia@ajc.com. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Live, Local, Topical, and Authentic where you provide the balance to our content. Tonight, in Hour 1, Shelley talks about the parking at the Atlanta airport, talks about the Georgia GOP convention from this weekend, he talks about trump deploying the national guard on protesters in California, and much more. Listen LIVE weeknights 7pm-9pm on 95.5 WSB

On this week's live edition of Political Breakfast just after the Memorial Day holiday, strategists Brian Robinson, Tharon Johnson and host Lisa Rayam discuss the 2026 U.S. Senate race against incumbent Democrat Jon Ossoff. Governor Brian Kemp decided not to run. He and President Donald Trump met recently in Washington earlier this month to mull-over who will face Ossoff. In the race so far: U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter, from Georgia's coast, who was the first major Republican candidate to declare. Then came state Insurance Commissioner John King. Marjorie Taylor Greene also declined to challenge Ossoff.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chair of the Georgia Republican Party Josh McKoon joins this week's Political Breakfast. Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson, Republican strategist Brian Robinson and host Lisa Rayam have some questions about McKoon managing party unity. They ask McKoon if he agrees with everything that President Donald Trump has been ordering in Washington, and what he thinks about Republicans who refuse to come together under Trump, and support more MAGA-aligned candidates: AKA, former Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan. Earlier this week, the PB team spoke with the new Georgia Democratic Chair, Charlie Bailey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Kemp is out. No Senate run in 2026, and that shifts the entire field. Kemp was the Republican Party's best shot at flipping the Georgia seat currently held by Jon Ossoff — and he knew it. He didn't just flirt with the idea. He let it hang out there long enough for donors, strategists, and journalists to start treating it as likely. So when he made it official this weekend, it sent shockwaves through the Georgia GOP and national Republicans hoping for a clean, high-profile pickup in a battleground state.Let's be clear: Kemp would've been a problem for Ossoff. He's a two-term governor with a reputation for competency, no Trump baggage, and enough distance from the MAGA wing to appeal to suburban voters. He beat Stacey Abrams twice. He stared down Trump in 2020 and walked away stronger. There are few Republicans who can claim that kind of profile. Without him, the bench gets thin — and fast.Ossoff is already pulling in national dollars, and now he doesn't have to spend the next 12 months preparing for a Kemp-style challenge. That gives him time to build narrative, define the race early, and lock down coalitions that might've been vulnerable in a high-turnout, split-ticket election. Democrats don't have to win Georgia by a landslide — they just need to hold it. And in a cycle that's already looking rough for Republicans in other swing states, the GOP needed Georgia to be easy. It's not.Now the question becomes whether Republicans want to rally around a moderate and play defense, or roll the dice with a firebrand and try to rally the base. Either option carries risk. A moderate might not excite anyone. A MAGA pick might turn the whole race into a referendum on January 6 or Trump loyalty. And the problem with a crowded primary isn't just messaging — it's money. Ossoff gets to hoard his resources while Republicans knife each other in the dark.It's early, but the GOP just lost its best card. And unless something big changes — a surprise retirement, a shocking recruit, a sudden scandal — this race has quietly shifted from “toss-up” to “lean blue.” Not because Ossoff is invincible. But because the Republican bench is looking thin, the calendar is ticking, and Brian Kemp just said, “No thanks.” Heck, if Marjorie Taylor-Greene steps in, it might just be Ossoff +7. And it will not be for lack of news coverage.Chapters00:00:00 - Intro00:02:48 - Brian Kemp Not Running for Senate00:06:18 - Interview with Aubrey Sitterson01:14:20 - Wrap-up This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe

Last week we learned Georgia voters only seem to have an appetite for 'change' in the US Senate if it comes via Governor Brian Kemp unseating Senator Jon Ossoff. Well, unfortunately for the Georgia GOP, Kemp's decided he, nor "Marty and the girls" are up for it. Why? Georgia Recorder op/ed writer Jay Bookman has a few ideas, and he joined me to explain how he correctly predicted Kemp's decision in late 2024 and elaborate further on his (I believe correct) assessment that Marjorie Taylor Greene (already kicking the tires on a Senate run) has no chance to win a statewide election. ------Reverend Senator Raphael Warnock held an Atlanta town hall last weekend, and while the setting (a church) and overwhelming majority of the attendees gave him comfort, there were some vocal pro-Palestinian protestors who sought to be heard.

As President Donald Trump marks his first month back in the Oval Office, Georgia Republicans are solidifying their strategy for the future. On today's episode of Politically Georgia, hosts Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell sit down with Georgia GOP Chairman Josh McKoon to discuss Trump's return, the state party's vision and McKoon's own plans for reelection.   Meanwhile, Georgia Democrats are dealing with mounting calls for change after suffering significant losses in November. The debate has reached the top of the party, with some urging Chairwoman Nikema Williams to step down. Georgia Democratic Party Vice Chair Matt Wilson joins the show to weigh in on whether a leadership shakeup is necessary.   Plus, Congressman Rich McCormick addresses the backlash from his recent town hall meeting that went viral. The Suwanee Republican explains in his own words what happened, why the event took a heated turn, and how he's responding to his constituents.   Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during the listener mailbag segment on next Friday's episode.   Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.”   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trans-care in Georgia GOP's crosshairs; Georgia's DC Democratic delegation push back on Trump's CDC cuts; and Coke outlines ways to sidestep Trump tariffs on aluminum. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Scot Turner and Buzz Brockway discuss the ongoing tort reform debate in Georgia, and the Georgia GOP's legislative agenda focused on election integrity. They delve into the implications of tort reform, the involvement of lobbyists, and the tone of the GOP's proposals, highlighting the importance of proper legislative processes. The conversation delves into various aspects of election integrity, voter registration, and the dynamics within the Republican Party in Georgia. It highlights ongoing legal challenges, proposed regulations, and the implications of recent legislative agendas. The discussion also touches on the relationship between activists and elected officials, frustrations within the political process, and the recent NIL legislation affecting college sports, culminating in a critique of public reactions to these proposals. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various topics including the impact of NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) on college athletics, tax policy in Georgia, legal challenges faced by Fulton County, political reactions to recent events, and community engagement in local politics. They explore how these issues intersect and affect the broader landscape of governance and public policy.

Georgia's legislative session is set to start next week and Speaker Jon Burns is promising support for legislation to protect in-vitro fertilization. Also, the number of people who are homeless in Georgia stayed mostly flat over the past year, but it still totals more than 12,000 people statewide. Plus, we look at he ceremonies honoring the only U.S. president from Georgia, Jimmy Carter, who died last month at 100 years old. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Georgia GOP has unanimously voted to expel former Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan, barring him from running as a Republican in Georgia. On today's episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Greg Bluestein, Bill Nigut and Patricia Murphy speak with Duncan about his response to this decision and what it means for his political future. Later, WABE contributor and Republican strategist Brian Robinson joins us to discuss what Georgians can expect from President-elect Donald Trump's first 100 days in office. Robinson also shares his perspective on the key legislative issues likely to dominate the upcoming session under the Gold Dome. Finally, we provide an update on the memorial plans for President Jimmy Carter, whose remains will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda. Hear about the eulogies and tributes from national leaders as the country prepares to honor Georgia's only U.S. president.    Links to today's topics: Georgia GOP expels Geoff Duncan after his support of Kamala Harris Here's what a second Trump administration could mean for Georgia Carter service at U.S. Capitol delayed by weather, VP Harris to attend      Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during the listener mailbag segment on next Friday's episode.     Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.”   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a new session of Congress begins, all eyes are on the slim Republican majority in the U.S. House and whether Mike Johnson can secure re-election as speaker. On today's episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut and Tia Mitchell speak with a Georgia GOP congressman to get insights on this first critical test for House Republicans. We also talk with Ernie Suggs, the AJC's veteran reporter covering the Carter family, about the schedule of events for President Jimmy Carter's funeral procession beginning tomorrow. Ernie shares personal reflections on his years of reporting on Carter and the lasting legacy of the nation's 39th president. Finally, Bill and Tia answer your political questions from the listener mailbag and reveal their picks for who's up and who's down in politics this week.     Links to today's topics: Johnson battles for the Speakership: 5 things to watch Why Johnson's perilous moment threatens Trump's agenda Jimmy Carter: Man of the People Son of the South: Jimmy Carter's evolving stance on race Patricia Murphy: Being old in Washington got very old in 2024     Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during the listener mailbag segment on next Friday's episode.     Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.”      Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What a difference four years make. On today's episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut and Tia Mitchell reflect on yesterday's official meeting of Georgia's 16 Republican electors at the state Capitol to confirm Donald Trump's victory. State GOP Chairman Josh McKoon joins us to compare this smooth process to the clandestine alternate electors' meeting in 2020 that became part of Fulton County's election conspiracy case. We also bring you the latest from Washington, where Congress is set to approve a funding bill to keep the government running until March. The measure includes $100-billion in relief for farmers hit by Hurricane Helene.   Links to today's topics: Georgia GOP electors formally vote for Trump, in contrast to 2020 drama Congress unveils funding deal with more than $100 billion in disaster aid Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during the listener mailbag segment on next Friday's episode.     Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.”     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to The Georgia Politics Podcast! On today's show, Chris Carr announces first for governor, Kelly Loeffler gets a nomination, and Mack Jackson's challenger not going away yet. First up, Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr has announced his candidacy for the 2026 gubernatorial race, aiming to succeed term-limited Governor Brian Kemp. Carr, a Republican, emphasized job creation, public safety, and defending constitutional freedoms as central themes of his campaign. President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former Georgia Senator Kelly Loeffler to lead the Small Business Administration (SBA) in his upcoming administration. Loeffler, known for her business acumen and close ties to Trump, previously served in the Senate and was a significant donor to Trump's 2024 campaign. Republican Tracy Wheeler is challenging her 48-vote loss to Democrat Mack Jackson in Georgia's House District 128, citing alleged voting irregularities. Her lawsuit claims ineligible voters participated, eligible voters were excluded, and ballots were wrongly rejected. If proven, a new election could be ordered. The Georgia GOP supports the challenge, citing redistricting errors. Jackson won by 0.2%, with results certified last week. Georgia lawmakers may revisit revising the 1985 Quality Basic Education Act, spurred by a new audit revealing inefficiencies in school funding. The report highlights a 30% rise in administrative expenses from 2019-2023, outpacing inflation, and inconsistent links between spending and student outcomes. Previous reform attempts stalled, but this data could reignite debate on addressing districts' diverse needs. Underhyped/Overhyped, Play-Along-at-Home and much more on today's jam packed episode! Connect with The Georgia Politics Podcast on Twitter @gapoliticspod Preston Thompson on Twitter @pston3 Hans Appen on Twitter @hansappen Craig Kidd on Twitter @CraigKidd1 Proud member of the Appen Podcast Network.

Donald Trump has reclaimed the White House and will be sworn in as the 47th president of the United States in January. On today's episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy, Tia Mitchell, and Bill Nigut examine Trump's decisive win in Georgia, where he flipped a 2020 defeat into a 100,000-vote victory over Kamala Harris. Election data analyst Ryan Anderson joins us to break down how Trump turned rural counties even redder and why Harris's support in metro Atlanta couldn't close the gap. We'll also cover Georgia's congressional races, with all U.S. House incumbents re-elected and Republican Brian Jack winning the open seat in the 3rd District. Finally, we'll hear reactions from Georgia GOP chair Josh McKoon and Democratic Party chair Nikema Williams as they reflect on what this election means for their respective parties moving forward.     Links to today's topics: Bluestein: How Trump won Georgia back for Republicans Live AJC election updates: Trump headed to White House again Georgia election results Georgia incumbent U.S. House members all win re-election; They're joined by now 3rd district Republican Brian Jack     Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during the listener mailbag segment on next Friday's episode.     Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.”     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Caught '60 Minutes' last night as they spent 13-plus minutes detailing all the many and varied ways states like Georgia have exhaustively responded to election denialism. The consensus: it's nearly impossible to steal a Presidential election. Well, duh. Still, over the weekend, a handful of Georgia counties opened their doors to let absentee ballot-holders hand in those ballots - what with Louis DeJoy having wrecked the US Postal Service - much to the chagrin of various county GOP folks, the Georgia GOP and the Trump family-infiltrated Republican National Committee. They sued; and lost. They're incapable of reading state law (so they'll surely seek to change it if 'he' loses again - watch). It just got me to wondering: when will the duped MAGA voter get mad at being duped so much by the people duping them? "Bill & Irina" got their hackles up over misinformation so each of them got physically involved enough to see for themselves no laws were broken. They're never mad at talk radio, Fox News, the social media accounts they follow and they're certainly never going to be mad at "him," though. On to discuss these and the millions of other sad-sacks is local Democratic strategist Andrew Heaton. We also talk polling (uh, hi Iowa) and in-state down-ballot prospects. And getting a jump on Tuesday's show, I threw in the first segment for bonus audio because I wanted to get back to people being lied to and incapable of seeing "water's wet." Bill Maher's final "new rule" on last Friday's show speaks to that, economically.

On today's episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Tia Mitchell and Bill Nigut are joined by Savannah's Democratic Mayor Van Johnson to discuss the Harriz-Walz two-day bus tour through Southeast Georgia, which culminated with the Harris rally in Savannah. The mayor is also asked for his thoughts on the first one-on-one interview Harris did with CNN's Dana Bash.     Then, GOP 1st District Congressman Buddy Carter represents much of the district where Harris spent two days campaigning. He shares his reaction to her trip.     As we do every Friday, we answer questions from the Politically Georgia Listener Mailbag and discuss the winners and losers of the week during our who's up and who's down segment.     Links to today's topics   Harris pledges to overturn Georgia GOP abortion restrictions and healh care policies  Harris sit down interview was notable for seeming ...ordinary        Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during the listener mailbag segment on next Friday's episode.        Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.”            Credits   Executive Producer- Shane Backler   Producer- Natalie Mendenhall   Engineer- Shane Backler  Editor- Devan Kortan    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Georgia was Joe Biden's most shocking flip of 2020, and if Donald Trump is going to become president again, taking the state back is essential. Georgia GOP chair Josh McKoon joins to explain why new laws and a new GOP turnout machine have totally remade the nature of Georgia elections to improve conservative odds. Josh Hammer reacts to Kamala's convention speech and the Democrats' false show of unity, and then Brian Glenn talks about how RFK supporters are reacting to his endorsement of Donald Trump.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Georgia was Joe Biden's most shocking flip of 2020, and if Donald Trump is going to become president again, taking the state back is essential. Georgia GOP chair Josh McKoon joins to explain why new laws and a new GOP turnout machine have totally remade the nature of Georgia elections to improve conservative odds. Josh Hammer reacts to Kamala's convention speech and the Democrats' false show of unity, and then Brian Glenn talks about how RFK supporters are reacting to his endorsement of Donald Trump.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Political Breakfast, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp makes it clear that he supports the GOP presidential ticket, even though Donald Trump continues to attack him personally.Why is the Governor becoming more and more vocal about his stance now?Republican strategist Brian Robinson and the Atlanta Civic Circle's Saba Long share their thoughts with host Lisa Rayam.Plus, the charges and politics surrounding a Georgia state lawmaker arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Vice President Kamala Harris chooses Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate in the 2024 presidential election.  On today's episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia, hosts Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy and Bill Nigut look at Harris' choice of running mate and the official Democratic ticket. Former Georgia Lt. Governor Geoff Duncan weighs in on the vice presidential picks and he discusses the Georgia GOP effort to drum him out of the Republican Party for his endorsement of Kamala Harris. Duncan also responds to Donald Trump's attacks on Governor Kemp at a rally in Atlanta last weekend. Republican House Majority Leader Chuck Efstration joins the podcast to discuss Donald Trump's chances of winning Georgia, his legislative proposal to address homelessness and more. And former Atlanta Mayor and Harris ally Kasim Reed enters the discussion on whether the selection of Tim Walz will help Harris' chances of winning Georgia.      Links to today's topics: Harris picks Tim Walz as running mate Georgia Democrats rally around Tim Walz Geoff Duncan: A Harris presidency would give Republicans time to purge Trumpism Georgia GOP wants to ban Duncan from running as a Republican     Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during the listener mailbag segment on next Friday's episode.   Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.”         Credits  Executive Producer- Shane Backler  Producer- Natalie Mendenhall  Engineer- Shane Backler Editor- Matt Owen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was an event some are calling a uniquely Atlanta event that combined a fiery campaign stump speech with high-energy hip-hop performances. On today's episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut and Greg Bluestein discuss Kamala Harris' first rally in Atlanta since becoming the presumptive Democratic nominee for president. Katy Gates of “Voters for Tomorrow” joins the podcast with thoughts on whether the Harris campaign is energizing young voters who until recently seemed disengaged from the presidential race. We are also joined by Conservative attorney and former Georgia GOP state legislator Megan Hansen - a new contributor to the AJC -  to give her reaction to the Harris rally, and to discuss the weekend visit to Atlanta of Donald Trump and JD Vance.  Links to today's topics:  Harris draws largest crowd yet at Atlanta rally Harris answers Trump insults with debate challenge Donald Trump and JD Vance to campaign together in Atlanta this weekend   Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during the listener mailbag segment on next Friday's episode.   Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.”       Credits  Executive Producer- Shane Backler  Producer- Natalie Mendenhall  Engineer- Shane Backler Editor- Matt Owen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vice President and now-presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris is coming to stump in Atlanta. It's Harris' first Georgia visit since becoming the likely Democratic nominee for president, and her 15th this year alone. The team talks about how this latest visit may serve as a wake-up call for the Georgia GOP, which has been unusually silent in recent days. Saba Long, executive director of the Atlanta Civic Circle, and Republican Strategist Brian Robinson join host Lisa Rayam on this latest edition of Political Breakfast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On today's episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Patricia Murphy, Greg Bluestein, Tia Mitchell and Bill Nigut recap Day 2 of the Republican National Convention where Donald Trump's former rival for the GOP nomination took to the stage to endorse him. Nikki Haley said she didn't agree with Trump all of the time, but called him a far better choice than Joe Biden. Georgia delegates tell Politically Georgia they believe Haley's endorsement will move Georgians who hadn't supported Trump into his column.   You'll also hear about Governor Brian Kemp's busy day in Milwaukee, addressing the Georgia delegation and making the rounds of national media organizations.   And Georgia Republican Congressman Rich McCormick joins the podcast to talk about the selection of JD Vance as Trump's vice presidential running mate. Plus: Tia Mitchell talks about a gathering of Black Trump supporters, organized by the Georgia GOP that she attended on Tuesday.      Links to topics Video story: Kemp tells AJC "It's Trump's platform, doesn't matter what we think" Georgia stays in shadows at GOP convention Tia Mitchell: Black Republicans meet and strategize at convention     Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during the listener mailbag segment on next Friday's episode. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.”      Credits  Executive Producer- Shane Backler  Producer- Natalie Mendenhall  Engineer- Shane Backler Editor- Matt Owen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the same day that Republican delegates formally named Donald Trump their candidate for President, the former president announced that his running mate will be Ohio Senator JD Vance. On today's episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut, Patricia Murphy, Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell have reaction from Georgia delegates and Georgia GOP Chair Josh McKoon.   Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene spoke at the convention last night.  Hear highlights and analysis. Plus, former Trump administration official and GOP candidate for the 3rd congressional district Brian Jack joins the podcast with his thoughts on JD Vance pick and the convention so far in Milwaukee.   Links to topics Trump wins GOP nomination, picks Vance as VP Trump's pick of Vance is all about the base MTG speech starts somber, ends fiery   Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during the listener mailbag segment on next Friday's episode.   Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.”       Credits  Executive Producer- Shane Backler  Producer- Natalie Mendenhall  Engineer- Shane Backler Editor- Matt Owen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's second serving of Political Breakfast, host Lisa Rayam, Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson and Republican strategist Brian Robinson discuss a surprise upset in the Georgia primary.In Cobb County, 27-year-old Gabriel Sanchez defeated the ncumbent State Rep. Teri Anulewicz.Sanchez now faces Republican Diane Jackson in this fall's general election.The gang poses the question: IF elected to the Georgia House, will Sanchez be able to govern alongside moderate Democrats and make friends across the aisle? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From Emory University, to Columbia, to Ole Miss, where's the line between a peaceful protest and when demonstrations start to go south? On this week's Political Breakfast, the gang discusses the fallout of one recent protest at the University of Mississippi.Republican Georgia U.S. Congressman Mike Collins recently re-tweeted a controversial video on X, formerly known as Twitter, that has many crying foul.The video of a pro-Palestinian protest and a group of mostly-white, counter-protesters at Ole Miss has circulated all over social media. One was making monkey noises and gestures at a Black student.Collins quoted the tweet, with "Ole Miss taking care of business."Collins later came out with a statement, saying that he does not tolerate any form of discrimination, and there seems to be potentially inappropriate behavior in the video that no one should seek to glorify. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Marjorie Greene is throwing the House back in chaos by filing a motion to oust Mike Johnson. Trump is flailing as his properties are being prepared to be seized. Georgia DA Fani Willis is moving forward with trying Trump's case. Georgia GOP passes bill punishing union - friendly employers. A new stock App lets users copy congressional portfolios. Elon Musk backtracks from banning anonymous users. Co-Host: Brett Erlich SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE: ☞ https://www.youtube.com/thedamagereport?sub_confirmation=1 TIKTOK ☞ https://www.tiktok.com/@thedamagereport?lang=en INSTAGRAM: ☞ http://www.instagram.com/thedamagereport/ TWITTER: ☞ https://twitter.com/TheDamageReport FACEBOOK: ☞ https://www.facebook.com/TheDamageReportTYT/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To join Politicology+, visit politicology.com/plus or subscribe in Apple Podcasts. This week, we dive into the nuances of Georgia's Republican primary, No Labels pushing forward with their plan to draft a presidential candidate, and Donald Trump's takeover at the RNC Joining Ron Steslow on week's panel:  Greg Bluestein (Politics Reporter at the Atlanta Journal-Constitution) Lucy Caldwell (Board Advisor to the Renew Democracy Initiative and advisor to the Forward Party) Segments this week: (02:14) The Georgia primary  (12:25) No Labels (34:34) The RNC Purge [Politicology+] Congress's latest push to ban TikTok Not yet a Politicology+ member? It's our private, ad-free version of this podcast, with 30% more episodes filled with more strategy, analysis, thoughtful discussion…aaand the occasional piece of hot gossip. Upgrade now at politicology.com/plus. Send your questions and thoughts to podcast@politicology.com or leave a voicemail at ‪(202) 455-4558‬ Follow this week's panel on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://twitter.com/lucymcaldwell https://twitter.com/bluestein Related reading: Segment 1:  The Hill - Haley gets 77K votes in Georgia GOP primary after dropping out of race | The Hill AJC - PG A.M.: Takeaways from Georgia's presidential primaries ABC News - Judge throws out 6 counts of Trump's Georgia election interference indictment - ABC News NYT - For This Rookie Judge, a Pivotal Decision Looms in the Georgia Trump Case - The New York Times Segment 2:  WSJ - No Labels Is Expected to Push Ahead With ‘Unity' Presidential Ticket - WSJ WSJ - No Labels Considering Georgia Republican Geoff Duncan to Lead ‘Unity' Presidential Ticket - WSJ Segment 3: Politico - RNC installs new leadership as Trump tightens hold on GOP - POLITICO NYT - Election Updates: Big cuts after Trump's R.N.C. takeover; Biden goes on offensive. - The New York Times Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Prosecutions are never supposed to be criminal. For two centuries, America largely avoided Third World political persecutions, but that norm has been obliterated in the left's drive to Get Trump. Missouri AG candidate and Trump legal team member Will Scharf explains the ramifications of the coordinated Biden-led courtroom offensive against Trump, and also explains why presidential immunity ought to protect Trump from the wave of indictments against him. Then, Georgia GOP chief Josh McKoon explains how Georgia Republicans can intervene to stop Fani Willis's machinations — if they can develop the backbone needed to try. Finally, Charlie concludes with a major announcement in his push to fix the GOP.   For more content, become a member at Members.CharlieKirk.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Dinesh surveys hopeful developments across the country that suggest “woke” corporate policies and diversity mania are costing their practitioners big time. Dinesh examines the case of former Georgia GOP chair David Shafer to expose the absurdity of Fani Willis' “conspiracy” allegations.  CNN offers its readers a guide to “pronouns from ae to ze” and Dinesh cannot stop chuckling—you gotta hear this!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In California it is increasingly impossible to be both a sincere Christian and a public school teacher. Jessica Tapia learned that directly, when school officials attacked her for her private social media posts, and tried to force her submission to the new state religion of LGBT. Jessica talks to Charlie about her new lawsuit, and then Cooper Whitmire joins to discuss the MAGA, grassroots revolution inside the Georgia GOP. Plus, Charlie reacts to a viral video of a liberal woman lamenting that all the masculine men are conservative.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.