Georgia governor race: Jackson, Bottoms make separate appearances Monday

Georgia’s two major-party candidates for governor appeared at separate events Monday as they made their cases to voters ahead of the Nov. 3 election.

Trump denies offering to sell China weapons, adds 'maybe it's a good idea'

President Donald Trump contradicted a claim made by one of his ambassadors that he asked Chinese leader Xi Jinping if Beijing wanted to buy U.S. weapons during last week’s meeting between the two world leaders. 

Trump announces new Iowa steel mill expected to be largest in US

A proposed $15 billion steel plant in eastern Iowa promises to be the largest one in the United States when it opens in 2030. President Donald Trump announced the project from the White House on Monday afternoon, explaining that the project will help protect national security.

Trump administration rescinds nearly $1B in funds already approved by Congress

President Donald Trump canceled nearly $1 billion in spending that’s already been approved by Congress. Senators on both sides of the aisle say it's “illegal" and “theft from the American people."

Georgia Secretary of State warns election officials off political betting

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is warning election officials and poll workers across the state not to place bets on political races as prediction market apps surge in popularity.

Thune campaigns with Collins in Georgia Senate race

Senate Majority Leader John Thune traveled to Atlanta on Friday to campaign with Republican Senate nominee Mike Collins in his bid to unseat Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff.

New poll reveals sudden split between top two Georgia races

Pollster Matt Towery noted that a GOP candidate losing independent voters by nearly 20 points creates unusual ticket-splitting dynamics across the state.

Kemp suspends Newton County Chairman Marcello Banes after new indictment

Gov. Brian Kemp suspended Newton County Chairman Marcello Banes following new federal charges alleging conspiracy and false tax filings.

Despite intensive crackdown, voter fraud remains rare, experts say

A federal probe into state voter rolls aimed at identifying noncitizens has led to open voter fraud investigations and arrests, according to a Homeland Security official.

Trump welcomes China’s Xi with rare planeside greeting ahead of talks

Chinese President Xi Jinping received a planeside welcome from President Donald Trump on Wednesday after arriving in the U.S. for the second of two summits between the world leaders this year.

Why Warnock says local rules cannot stop license plate reader abuse

Sen. Raphael Warnock calls on the Department of Justice to set national guidelines to prevent law enforcement misuse of license plate readers.

Jackson declines to face Bottoms: Station cancels gubernatorial debate

Tuesday’s gubernatorial debate between Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms and Republican Rick Jackson was canceled after Jackson declined to appear.

New 2026 Georgia Poll: Ossoff leads Senate race; Governor race in dead heat

New polling data shows Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff holding a 10-point lead in his reelection bid, while the race for Georgia governor remains a near-dead heat as candidate debate disagreements escalate.

Jackson drops Jones lawsuits; groups seek Guard recall

Republican gubernatorial nominee Rick Jackson has dropped two lawsuits filed against his former primary rival, Lt. Gov. Burt Jones.

Jackson drops Jones lawsuits, group seeks Guard recall
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Republican gubernatorial nominee Rick Jackson has dropped two lawsuits filed against his former primary rival, Lt. Gov. Burt Jones. A coalition of churches, advocacy groups and state lawmakers is urging Gov. Brian Kemp to bring Georgia National Guard members home from Washington.

Ossoff calls for Collins to release aide’s communications

Sen. Jon Ossoff is calling on Rep. Mike Collins to release communications involving his office, staff and known white nationalists.