With Governor Brian Kemp barred from seeking a third term, the 2026 race for Georgia’s top office is beginning to heat up. A wide field of declared and potential candidates from both parties is emerging, setting the stage for what could be one of the most consequential gubernatorial elections in the state’s history.
On Tuesday night in Acworth, something refreshingly ordinary happened: a sitting member of Congress, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, held a town hall. In person. In her own district. With real constituents.
In an age where headlines often run ahead of facts, and public figures are judged by accusation rather than truth, it’s worth pausing to acknowledge when a local leader chooses integrity over optics. This week, Georgia State Representative Devan Seabaugh released a public statement regarding a traffic incident that occurred in August 2024, a statement that reflects character, responsibility, and a willingness to be transparent with the people he serves.
The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed H.R. 22, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which would require individuals to present in-person proof of U.S. citizenship, such as a birth certificate or passport, when registering to vote in federal elections. The bill seeks to formalize an executive order issued in March 2024 by President Donald J. Trump to strengthen election security nationwide.
As the 2025 legislative session concludes, Georgia’s conservative-led General Assembly has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to enhancing the state’s educational landscape. With approximately 400 bills and resolutions passed, attention now turns to Governor Brian Kemp, who has until May 14 to sign, veto, or allow these measures to become law without his signature.
The 2025 legislative session is in the books, and Georgia’s Republican-led General Assembly has delivered a bold, unapologetic agenda that reflects the values of everyday Georgians — faith, family, safety, and common sense. Now, the spotlight turns to Governor Brian Kemp, who holds the pen that will determine just how far this conservative momentum carries.
In what can only be described as a political shake-up, two of Georgia’s most high-profile Democrats have suddenly taken major steps back from state leadership, and while the headlines may focus on personal reasons, the deeper story is clear: the Democratic Party in Georgia is fractured, fatigued, and facing a reckoning after Donald Trump’s stunning 2024 victory flipped Georgia back to red.
In a robust demonstration of support for foundational American liberties, advocates for religious freedom convened at the Georgia Capitol on Tuesday, urging the state House of Representatives to pass Senate Bill 36 This pivotal legislation aims to safeguard individuals from governmental overreach infringing upon their deeply held religious convictions.
In a major win for fairness in women’s athletics, Georgia lawmakers have passed a bill that reinforces the foundational principle of equal opportunity in girls’ and women’s sports. Senate Bill 1, which now heads to Governor Brian Kemp’s desk, would require athletic teams in public schools — from elementary to college — to be designated based on biological sex at birth.
As the 2025 General Assembly draws to a close, seasoned observers understand that the final days are often the busiest. With the legislative session set to conclude on April 4, 2025, Republican leaders in Georgia have successfully advanced key legislation that upholds conservative principles—strengthening families, safeguarding children, reducing government overreach, and promoting fiscal responsibility. West Cobb State Representative Devan Seabaugh has reported that several important bills have passed both chambers and are now headed to Governor Brian Kemp’s desk for signature.
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