Politically Georgia

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his return to the White House, questions about his impact on the nation and his policy agenda are front and center. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Tia Mitchell and Bill Nigut talk with Rick Wilson, a co-founder of the Lincoln Project and a celebrated political strategist, about the future of t...

Georgia Congressman Rich McCormick is sparking debate with his call for the U.S. House to reconsider spending on Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy, and Bill Nigut speak with Congressman McCormick about his controversial statement and the GOP allies backing potential cu...

Transgender rights have emerged as a key topic in national and state politics, sparking passionate debate on both sides of the aisle. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut and Tia Mitchell explore how transgender issues, including healthcare and participation in sports, are shaping Georgia’s legislative and political landscape. We sp...

President-elect Trump has chosen two prominent Georgians—former Senators David Perdue and Kelly Loeffler—to join his administration. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Tia Mitchell, Greg Bluestein and Bill Nigut explore what these appointments mean for Georgia and the political dynamics in Washington. We also turn to Congress, where lawmaker...

Former U.S. Senator Kelly Loeffler is heading to Washington to lead the Small Business Administration under the Trump Administration. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Patricia Murphy, Greg Bluestein and Bill Nigut examine what Loeffler’s appointment means for Georgia politics and the 2026 governor’s race. We also speak with state Rep. Tim...

Georgia Democrats are grappling with the future of their party after Donald Trump’s convincing 120,000-vote win in the state this year. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut, Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell speak with Jason Carter, the Democratic nominee for governor a decade ago, about how the party can rebuild and whether he sees h...

President Joe Biden faces bipartisan criticism for his decision to pardon his son, Hunter Biden, reversing earlier statements that he wouldn’t intervene. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy, and Bill Nigut are joined by trial lawyer Lester Akin-Tate to break down the legal and political implications of Biden’s...

Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock are facing backlash from segments of Georgia’s Jewish community for voting to cut off sales of specific armaments to Israel. Meanwhile, a liberal Jewish organization has defended the senators, arguing that claims of their lack of support for Israel are misplaced. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill...

On this special Thanksgiving edition of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy dig into the listener mailbag to answer your top political questions. We’ll reflect on the biggest moments of a blockbuster political year, including insights into the 2024 election cycle, the state Election Board, and the economic outlook. Looking ahead,...

Now that special counsel Jack Smith has asked courts to dismiss federal criminal charges against President-elect Donald Trump, what happens to Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis' election-conspiracy case against Trump and his co-defendants? AJC politics reporter Shannon McCaffrey joins the podcast to discuss this topic. Then, AJC President and Publisher Andrew Morse details how the AJC wi...

 Sam Olens and Michael Thurmond discuss what the political landscape in Georgia looks like in the aftermath of President-elect Donald Trump’s convincing victory in Georgia and as candidates on both sides of the aisle prepare to run in the elections of 2026. Then, Emory University professor Andra Gillespie looks at the data showing that Gen-Z men were attracted to the Trump campaign’s emphasis on m...

Bill Nigut discusses the early entry of Republican state Attorney General Chris Carr into the 2026 race for governor and other political news making headlines. Then, Democratic state Rep. Mary Margaret Oliver joins the podcast to discuss President-elect Donald Trump’s choices for roles in cabinet and high-ranking administration positions. In the aftermath of former U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz’s withdrawa...

Bentley Hudgins, director of the Georgia Human Rights Campaign, and AJC staff writer Maya T. Prabhu discuss the broader impact of the demonization of transgender individuals by Donald Trump's campaign as a weapon against Kamala Harris. And they look at the flap in the U.S. House over which bathroom the first transgender member of Congress should be allowed to use. Plus, they talk about whether any...

Former U.S. Sen. Kelly Loeffler discusses how she’s rebuilt her political profile after losing a runoff election to Raphael Warnock. Loeffler also talks about Greater Georgia, the conservative grassroots political organization she founded. Then she moves on talk about the close ties she’s formed with President-elect Donald Trump, which led to her being named a co-chair of his inaugural committee....

As President-elect Trump’s administration picks continue to divide both Democrats and Republicans, new data sheds light on the coalition that secured his victory. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut and Tia Mitchell speak with Emory University’s Bernard Fraga to analyze the voter trends that propelled Trump back to the White House....

With the election behind us, Georgia lawmakers are preparing to head back to the Gold Dome. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy, and Bill Nigut talk with newly elected House Minority Leader Carolyn Hugley about her vision for uniting Georgia Democrats and the legislative priorities she hopes to push forward in...

With the presidential election behind us, Georgia lawmakers are already preparing for the start of the 2024 General Assembly session in January. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut, Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell preview the legislative priorities shaping up for both Republicans and Democrats.     State Senate GOP Majority Leader...

As former President Trump prepares to return to the White House, some Georgians may be joining him in Washington. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Patricia Murphy, Greg Bluestein, and Bill Nigut speak with Trump ally and state Senator Brandon Beach to discuss the possibility of his role in the upcoming administration.    We also get Beach'...

As the nation braces for President-elect Trump’s second term, his early decisions suggest a tough stance on immigration and a shift in the country’s political landscape. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut and Tia Mitchell examine Trump’s plans, including his campaign pledge to initiate mass deportations of undocumented immigrants....

The AJC's Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy and Bill Nigut analyze Harris’s defeat, Georgia’s GOP strategy, and Democratic challenges     Summary:  One week after Election Day, the political landscape in Georgia is shifting, with both parties assessing their next moves. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy and Bil...

As Republicans celebrate Donald Trump’s imminent return to the White House, the coalition he built is prompting discussions about a shifting political landscape. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut and Tia Mitchell speak with UGA political science professor Audrey Haynes about what Trump’s broad support means for Georgia’s increasi...

As the dust settles from Election Night, both major parties are grappling with internal shifts, especially those on the political fringes. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Tia Mitchell and Greg Bluestein speak with former Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan about the future for never-Trump Republicans like him and where they fit into the GOP ove...

Vice President Kamala Harris concedes as Georgia’s GOP celebrates victory and prepares for action. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Patricia Murphy, Tia Mitchell and Greg Bluestein break down Harris’s concession speech and her commitment to a smooth transition as former President Donald Trump returns to the White House. We also discuss the...

Donald Trump has reclaimed the White House and will be sworn in as the 47th president of the United States in January. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy, Tia Mitchell, and Bill Nigut examine Trump’s decisive win in Georgia, where he flipped a 2020 defeat into a 100,000-vote victory over Kamala Harris. Electio...

Election Day has arrived, with an estimated one million Georgia voters expected to join the more than 4 million who have already cast their ballots. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut, Tia Mitchell, Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy discuss the final campaign pushes from Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Tr...