Capitol Beat

Georgia. Politics.

Democrats react to Trump visit

ATLANTA — Democrats fired back after President Donald Trump's visit to Georgia where he touted his policies and promoted Republican candidates ahead of the November midterm elections. Trump called Democrats "Dumocrats," and he accused the party of dragging the nation...

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Another big year for Georgia Lottery

ATLANTA — People spent more money on the Georgia Lottery over the past year than the prior one, sending more than $1 billion to public educational programs for the 11th year in a row. The more than $1.5 billion raised during fiscal year 2026, which ended June 30,...

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Trump to visit Georgia to tout affordability agenda

ATLANTA — President Donald Trump plans to visit Georgia next week to highlight tax breaks, grants to newborns and other policies aimed at affordability, a top concern ahead of the November elections. The president is scheduled to visit Wheeler High School in Marietta...

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