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Trump returns to Georgia with election claims, worrying some Republicans

Trump returns to Georgia with election claims, worrying some Republicans

By Bo Erickson MARIETTA, Georgia, July 22 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump rallied supporters in Georgia on Wednesday to press for stricter nationwide voting requirements, leaning into his election-security message that some Republicans worry could hurt them in the state's competitive U.S.

UGA Historian Advocates for Proportional Representation to Enhance Black Political Influence

UGA Historian Advocates for Proportional Representation to Enhance Black Political Influence

James C. Cobb, a historian from the University of Georgia, is advocating for a shift towards proportional representation in U.S. elections. This proposal comes in response to the Supreme Court's decision in Louisiana v. Callais, which has sparked debates over race and redistricting. Cobb, along with over 500 scholars, has urged Congress to consider this electoral reform to better reflect voter preferences and enhance minority representation. Proportional representation would allocate seats based on the percentage of votes received, rather than the current winner-takes-all system. This change aims to address the imbalance created by gerrymandering, which often dilutes minority voting power.

Georgia Primary Elections Conclude, Setting Stage for November Ballot

Georgia Primary Elections Conclude, Setting Stage for November Ballot

The primary elections in Georgia have concluded, finalizing the candidates for the upcoming November elections. Key races include the gubernatorial contest between Republican nominee Rick Jackson and Democratic candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms. In the U.S. Senate race, Republican Mike Collins will face Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff. All of Georgia's seats in the U.S. House of Representatives are up for grabs, with notable matchups such as Lucy McBath (D-Incumbent) versus Kevin E. Martin (R). Other significant races include those for Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Attorney General, and various commissioner positions. The elections will be held on November 3, 2026.

Lucy McBath Co-Sponsors Bill to Address Child Care Workforce Shortage

Lucy McBath Co-Sponsors Bill to Address Child Care Workforce Shortage

Lucy McBath, a Democratic representative from Georgia's 6th district, is actively involved in addressing the child care workforce shortage through her co-sponsorship of the bipartisan Early Childhood Workforce Grant Advancement Act. This legislation, supported by representatives from both parties, aims to tackle the challenges faced by the child care sector, which is crucial for supporting working families and the economy. The act is part of a broader effort to modernize child care and make it more affordable, as highlighted by recent reports and surveys indicating the financial pressures on families due to rising child care costs. McBath is also running for re-election in the upcoming November elections against Republican challenger Kevin E. Martin.

U.S. House Passes Bill to Curb Congressional Stock Trading and Implement Voter ID Requirements

U.S. House Passes Bill to Curb Congressional Stock Trading and Implement Voter ID Requirements

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill that combines measures to curb stock trading by members of Congress with new voter ID requirements. The legislation, which passed with a vote of 232-198, includes provisions to prohibit members of Congress and their families from engaging in certain stock transactions and mandates public notice before selling stocks. Additionally, the bill requires voters to present specific forms of identification to vote, such as a state-issued ID or passport. The voter ID component has sparked debate, with Democrats criticizing the removal of a state grant provision that would have helped cover the cost of obtaining IDs. The bill now faces challenges in the Senate, where it requires 60 votes to pass.

Tennessee Gerrymandering Challenge Fails Amid Supreme Court's Voting Rights Act Decision

Tennessee Gerrymandering Challenge Fails Amid Supreme Court's Voting Rights Act Decision

A panel of judges has rejected an attempt by Black Tennesseans to block the state's new Republican gerrymander, following the Supreme Court's decision in Callais, which weakened the Voting Rights Act. The panel, consisting of one Obama appointee and two Trump appointees, found that the redistricting was politically motivated rather than racially motivated. The decision reflects the challenges faced by plaintiffs in proving racial vote dilution in redistricting cases, especially in southern states where race and partisan leanings are closely linked.

What to know about Trump's latest tariffs

What to know about Trump's latest tariffs

President Donald Trump keeps finding ways to maintain a wall of tariffs around the American economy

The Latest: House adopts $95 billion budget proposal to fund Iran war and other Trump priorities

The Latest: House adopts $95 billion budget proposal to fund Iran war and other Trump priorities

The House has adopted a Republican-only $95 billion budget proposal, a long-shot effort to fund the Iran war and other White House priorities over objections from Democrats and a few GOP holdouts in a final push before the midterm elections

Redistricting in Six States Alters Black Voter Representation

Redistricting in Six States Alters Black Voter Representation

Recent redistricting efforts in six Republican-led states have significantly altered the representation of Black voters. Following a Supreme Court decision that weakened the Voting Rights Act, states like Texas, Florida, and Louisiana have redrawn congressional maps, often splitting predominantly Black areas into majority-white districts. This has diluted Black voting power and shifted political dynamics, with Black communities being absorbed into areas that traditionally support Republican candidates. The changes have sparked controversy and legal challenges, as they are seen as efforts to boost Republican representation ahead of midterm elections.

Rep. Clay Fuller Advocates for HR 9770 to Prevent Government Shutdown

Rep. Clay Fuller Advocates for HR 9770 to Prevent Government Shutdown

Representative Clay Fuller from Georgia has championed House Resolution 9770, known as the Continuing Appropriations Act of 2027, to prevent a government shutdown. The resolution aims to maintain federal funding at current levels through December 4, 2026, while Congress works on full-year appropriations. HR 9770 includes provisions to keep water infrastructure and emerging contaminant programs operational. Fuller emphasized the importance of the legislation in ensuring government operations continue and criticized Democrats for allegedly holding the government hostage over appropriations negotiations.

FACT FOCUS: Posts falsely claim Obama urged noncitizens to vote in 2016

FACT FOCUS: Posts falsely claim Obama urged noncitizens to vote in 2016

As President Donald Trump continues to push for stricter proof of citizenship laws ahead of the midterm elections, social media users are falsely alleging that an old clip shows former President Barack Obama telling people in the U.S. illegally to vote in the 2016 election

Louisiana Rep. Cleo Fields to Retire Following Supreme Court Gerrymandering Ruling

Louisiana Rep. Cleo Fields to Retire Following Supreme Court Gerrymandering Ruling

Rep. Cleo Fields, a Democrat from Louisiana, announced he will not seek re-election for a second term in the U.S. House of Representatives. This decision follows a Supreme Court ruling that declared his majority-black district was unconstitutionally gerrymandered. Fields, who has served in various political roles including nearly 20 years in the state Senate, plans to return to state-level politics. The Republican-controlled Louisiana legislature redrew the congressional map after the court's decision, altering Fields' district to include predominantly white areas around Baton Rouge, instead of the previously included cities of Lafayette and Shreveport.