Federal court denies state’s request for dismissal of challenge to Georgia’s political maps
These redistricting cases playing out in federal court could affect the balance of power on the national level, where Republicans hold a fragile majority in the U.S. House. Jill Nolin/Georgia Recorder Another challenge to Georgia’s political maps is set to go to trial after the state was unable to persuade a three-judge panel that the…
Biden in Tel Aviv pledges U.S. support for Israel, humanitarian aid for Gaza
Protesters from the progressive organization Jewish Voice for Peace chant “cease-fire now” and “free Palestine” inside the U.S. House Cannon Office Building rotunda Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023. U.S. Capitol Police arrested and led protesters away through the New Jersey Avenue exit. The demonstration occurred the same day that President Joe Biden visited Tel Aviv, Israel…
New York Times report says emails show Trump lawyer acknowledged political advantage to dubious lawsuits
Kenneth Chesebro According to emails uncovered by the New York Times, attorney Kenneth Chesebro acknowledged a political agenda in former President Donald Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election, a revelation that could hamper Chesebro’s defense when his case goes to trial in Fulton County as early as next week. The Times published quotes from…
U.S. House stalled again after rejecting Jim Jordan as speaker a second time
U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan talks to Speaker Pro Tempore Rep. Patrick McHenry as the House of Representatives prepares to hold a vote on a new Speaker of the House at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday. Jordan’s bid to become speaker fell short a second time. Win McNamee/Getty Images WASHINGTON — Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan in…
Gaming interests ready new legalized gambling push in Georgia in ’24, sports bets still a favorite
The 2023 Georgia Legislative session ended this spring with several failed attempts by lawmakers to open up the state to letting adults bet on sporting events. Courtesy University of Georgia, photo by Dorothy Kozlowski A powerful sports betting and gambling company is intensifying its efforts to win legalized sports betting, casinos and horse racing in…
Republicans push for border funding to be wrapped into Israel, Ukraine aid package
Palestinian emergency services and local citizens search for victims in buildings destroyed during Israeli raids in the southern Gaza Strip on Oct. 17, 2023 in Khan Yunis, Gaza. Gazans are evacuating to the south as advised by the Israeli government, ahead of an expected Israeli ground offensive. Retaliatory air strikes by Israel have killed more…