Did Trump destroy evidence of crimes? Watchdog groups warn that Trump may have "willfully mutilated and destroyed critical records of his presidency" Salon · Apr 20, 2022
Patricia Murphy: George W. Bush's subversive, inspired push for immigration reform ATLANTA — I remember hearing in 2013 that George W. Bush had taken up painting. It sounded like a surprisingly artsy, but pleasant hobby for a man who had finished two terms in the White House and was finally done with politics after decades in the game. Tribune News Service · Apr 18, 2022
Donald Trump and the Republicans’ midterm dilemma The party’s candidates in Pennsylvania are appealing to supporters of the former president, but that could backfire in the election Financial Times · Apr 18, 2022
Georgia candidates raise crush of cash for 2022. It's 'just the beginning' ATLANTA — Georgia Democrats are building a formidable advantage in their battle to hold U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock's seat and flip other statewide races: a tidal wave of cash. Republicans, meanwhile, are slowly cobbling together their own mountain of moolah. Tribune News Service · Apr 16, 2022
Federal judge rejects Abrams bid to use fundraising law that helps Kemp ATLANTA — A federal judge ruled Thursday that Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams can’t use a state law created to give Gov. Brian Kemp a major fundraising advantage in their possible rematch this year. Tribune News Service · Apr 15, 2022
Judge denies Abrams bid to seek unlimited contributions A federal judge has ruled that Georgia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams cannot immediately begin raising and spending unlimited campaign contributions under a new state law The Independent UK · Apr 14, 2022
Does Trump's endorsement matter in Georgia? It depends, says UGA poll One of the biggest mysteries of the May primary is how much sway Donald Trump still has among GOP voters. A University of Georgia poll offers an early glimpse at the power — and limits — of the former president's support. Tribune News Service · Apr 14, 2022
Trump PAC drops $500K to stoke GOP feud Trump went on all-in on struggling Georgia candidate David Perdue. Now a loss would be "particularly" humiliating Salon · Apr 14, 2022
How Georgia Republicans passed a gun expansion after years of gridlock ATLANTA — Gov. Brian Kemp's support for "permit-less carry" legislation helped him emerge from a crowded Republican primary in 2018. But it took more than three years for Kemp to devote the political capital — and corral the votes — to pass the legislation. Tribune News Service · Apr 14, 2022
Trump PAC gives $500,000 to attack Georgia's Brian Kemp Former President Donald Trump has given $500,000 to a group that is now running ads attacking Georgia Republican Gov. Brian Kemp The Independent UK · Apr 14, 2022
Trump flexes massive fundraising haul in bid to oust Georgia’s Republican governor Former president’s fundraising eclipses both major parties The Independent UK · Apr 13, 2022
Trump boosts Georgia gubernatorial candidate David Perdue with new cash infusion ATLANTA — Donald Trump is opening the financial spigots of his political organization to help former U.S. Sen. David Perdue defeat Gov. Brian Kemp. But Perdue’s chances might depend on how much more money the former president is willing to spend. Tribune News Service · Apr 13, 2022
Trump donates $500,000 to defeat Brian Kemp in first midterm spend This is Trump's first major financial investment in a 2022 cycle. Axios · Apr 13, 2022
Georgia Gov. Kemp signs bill easing gun laws amid primary Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp is enacting a law abolishing the requirement that Georgians obtain a permit to carry a concealed handgun in public The Independent UK · Apr 12, 2022
Tribune News Service · Apr 12, 2022 Georgia Gov. Kemp to sign bill allowing concealed carry of handguns without a license ATLANTA — As of Tuesday, most Georgians will be allowed to carry concealed handguns without first getting a license from the state.
The Independent UK · Apr 11, 2022 Judge questions Abrams suit seeking unlimited contributions A federal judge is expressing skepticism that he can give Georgia Democrat Stacey Abrams the immediate right to begin raising and spending unlimited campaign contributions
Tribune News Service · Apr 6, 2022 Poll: Perdue still lags behind Kemp in Georgia governor's race despite Trump’s help ATLANTA — Former President Donald Trump’s rally to boost David Perdue’s campaign for governor of Georgia hasn’t significantly improved his standing in the GOP primary against Gov. Brian Kemp, according to the first major public poll released since the late March event.
Tribune News Service · Apr 5, 2022 Georgia Gov. Kemp ends legislative session with new fuel for reelection fight ATLANTA — Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp picked the right time to reach a meeting of minds with the Republican-controlled Legislature.
The Independent UK · Apr 5, 2022 Stacey Abrams reaches millionaire status before 2nd campaign Georgia Democrat Stacey Abrams has become a millionaire
Salon · Apr 1, 2022 Trump's endorsement value sinks in GA If Trump's endorsements fail "then it doesn't play well for us" to put him back in the White House, Republican says
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Tribune News Service · Mar 30, 2022 David Perdue says he misunderstood ‘lock him up’ chants about Gov. Brian Kemp ATLANTA — Republican David Perdue said he “misunderstood” the Donald Trump supporters who chanted about imprisoning Gov. Brian Kemp when he smiled and flashed them a thumbs-up sign at the former president’s rally.
Tribune News Service · Mar 28, 2022 ‘Lock him up!’ Perdue promotes election conspiracies to boost struggling campaign COMMERCE, Ga. — The crowd at former President Donald Trump’s rally hardly stirred when David Perdue claimed that Gov. Brian Kemp “sold us out” in negotiations for a $5 billion Rivian plant in east Georgia. He was met with stony silence when he reinforced his support for the stalled Buckhead…
Salon · Mar 27, 2022 Gaetz and Greene steal Trump's thunder As usual, the former leader of the free world threw a pity party over how mean people were to him.
The Independent UK · Mar 27, 2022 Trump airs grievances, all but admits at a 2024 run in Georgia Trump complained about the elction being rigged while hinting he might run again