Politically Georgia

In this special edition of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy discuss who stood and what they learned at The Gathering with GOP presidential contenders this weekend. Our crew will also discuss how Georgia Governor Brian Kemp is trying to encourage Trump’s supporters to move on from the 2020 election. You’ll also hear from Chris Christie, Vivek Ramaswamy, Mike Pence, Tim Scott, Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley. Have a question for Greg and Patricia? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 404-526-AJCP. That's 404-526-2527. We’ll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on next Friday’s episode.      Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.”  Stories mentioned in this podcast ·        A Kemp-Youngkin tandem has some Trump critics dreaming of a new GOP ticket·        A reminder of Trump’s strength at Atlanta conference featuring his rivals·        Trump is front-runner, but indictments worry Georgia Republicans·        Christie slams Trump as ‘coward’ who will lose if he’s the GOP nominee in 2024·        Surging Vivek Ramaswamy promises to pardon Trump “on day one”·        Kelly Loeffler back on stage, but not a candidate... yet·        Former Vice President Mike Pence: “I did my duty,” on January 6th·        Sen. Tim Scott tells GOP audience he’s ready for the fight·        DeSantis wants Republicans to ignore the ‘static’·        Nikki Haley on South Carolina’s ‘whipping’ economic wins Subscribe to the AJC: If you aren’t a subscriber to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, click here to get unlimited digital access to the AJC at a special price.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this edition of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, our new co-hosts Tia Mitchell and Bill Nigut join Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy will explain why many of the top GOP presidential candidates will be in Atlanta this weekend. Our team will also explain why former President Trump won’t be on that stage and when he’s expected to turn himself in. You’ll also hear Tia’s exclusive interview with Majorie Taylor Greene about why she’s upset with Gov. Brian Kemp and why the two could be running against each other one. Have a question for Greg and Patricia? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 404-526-AJCP. That's 404-526-2527. We’ll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on next Friday’s episode.        Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.”  Stories mentioned in this podcast ·        Everything you need to know about the Gathering·        The Jolt: Burt Jones braces for legal fight in Fulton County election probe·        The Jolt: Marjorie Taylor Greene blasts Kemp and floats VP, Senate bids·        Cobb school board votes to fire teacher who read controversial book Subscribe to the AJC: If you aren’t a subscriber to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, click here to get unlimited digital access to the AJC at a special price.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this edition of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy and our new co-hosts Tia Mitchell and Bill Nigut take a deep dive into the Trump indictment. Our team will explain what surprised them about these charges and why it was more expansive than they thought. We will also dig into how Georgia Republicans are reacting and what’s next in this case. Have a question for Greg and Patricia? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 404-526-AJCP. That's 404-526-2527. We’ll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on next Friday’s episode.       Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Stories mentioned in this podcast ·        Mark Meadows seeks to move Fulton charges to federal court·        Fulton court clerk admits to accidental post of ‘fictitious’ Trump indictment·        What’s next for Trump and others charged in Georgia·        Following Trump indictment, agency moves on investigation of Lt. Gov. Jones·        READ MORE: The Trump indictmentSubscribe to the AJC: If you aren’t a subscriber to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, click here to get unlimited digital access to the AJC at a special price.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insider Greg Bluestein is joined by the AJC’s Bill Rankin and Tamar Hallerman, co-host of the award-winning podcast Breakdown, to give their rapid reaction from the Fulton County courthouse on the indictment of former president Donald Trump and 18 others.  Have a question for Greg and Patricia? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 404-526-AJCP. That's 404-526-2527. We’ll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on next Friday’s episode.       Subscribe to the AJC: If you aren’t a subscriber to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, click here to get unlimited digital access to the AJC at a special price.   Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.”  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why did Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis issue subpoenas to two Democrats, a Republican, and a journalist? In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy delve into who was asked to testify behind closed doors — and why their testimony could help bolster the case against Donald Trump and his allies. And the show also welcomes the two new guest hosts, veteran broadcaster Bill Nigut and Washington Correspondent Tia Mitchell to discuss the threats targeting Willis and how Trump’s legal problems are shaping his comeback bid. Plus, our insider answer questions from the listener mailbag which you can now call into, leave your question, and be featured on next Friday’s episode. The number to the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline is 404-526-AJCP (2527).  Links to today's topics:Democratic former state lawmakers subpoenaed in Fulton’s Trump probeFormer Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan subpoenaed in Fulton’s Trump probeJournalist who observed GOP electors subpoenaed in Fulton Trump caseHarassment of Fulton poll workers could be subject of Trump indictments‘Derogatory and false’: Fulton DA denies rumors circulated by TrumpIndictment Countdown: Trump charges likely next week   Subscribe to the AJC: If you aren’t a subscriber to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, click here to get unlimited digital access to the AJC at a special price. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Georgia's most powerful politicians gathered in Athens for a Georgia Chamber luncheon - with a heavy dose of politics on the side. In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy discuss how U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff and Gov. Brian Kemp previewed what could be a 2026 battle for the Senate, while the governor unveiled a legal proposal that business leaders have long dreamed about. Meanwhile, Democrats and Republicans remain largely silent about the other political cloud hanging over the room: The potential indictment of Donald Trump in Fulton County for his quest to overturn the 2020 election. Have a question for Greg and Patricia? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 404-526-AJCP. That's 404-526-2527. We’ll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on next Friday’s episode.  Links to today's topics:Talk of bipartisanship at annual Chamber luncheon belies D.C. gridlockKemp readies new push for tort legislation in Georgia  Subscribe to the AJC: If you aren’t a subscriber to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, click here to get unlimited digital access to the AJC at a special price. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In politics, there’s always the next election and many of Georgia’s top politicians and officeholders already have their sights on the next contest. In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy look at what could become the most competitive races in the House and state legislature in 2024. Our insiders also look to 2026 and possible names to run for governor and attorney general. Plus, as former President Donald Trump is indicted for the third time, does the timing make things easier for Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis if she chooses to indict? Hear Greg and Patricia’s who’s up and who’s down for the week and answers to listener questions called into the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (404)526-AJCP.  Links to today's topics: U.S. Rep. David Scott denies Politico report that he won’t seek a 12th term in 2024Eye on 2026GOP district attorney joins lawsuit over DA OversightHow entrepreneurship is getting Atlanta’s ‘water boys’ off the streets  Subscribe to the AJC: If you aren’t a subscriber to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, click here to get unlimited digital access to the AJC at a special price. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy are joined by Tamar Hallerman to discuss how federal prosecutors are focusing on Trump’s attempt to reverse his election defeat.  And they discuss how Fulton District Attorney Fani Willis is nearing her likely decision to charge Trump with violating state laws with his efforts to undermine President Joe Biden’s victory. Have a question for Greg and Patricia? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 404-526-AJCP. That's 404-526-2527. We’ll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on next Friday’s episode.   Links to today's topics:Trump indicted for efforts to overturn 2020 election and block transfer of powerEfforts to overturn Georgia election detailed in new Trump indictmentTrump’s call to Carr gets new attention in federal indictmentJournalist who observed GOP electors subpoenaed in Fulton Trump caseComplete coverage: Trump special grand jury probe in Georgia  Subscribe to the AJC: If you aren’t a subscriber to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, click here to get unlimited digital access to the AJC at a special price. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.”   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Three years ago, Rudy Giuliani headlined legislative hearings at the state Capitol where he promoted conspiracy theories about two Fulton County elections staffers. Now, he is acknowledging he falsely claimed that Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss manipulated ballots. And his legal problems may soon grow.In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell discuss the fallout of Giuliani’s extraordinary concession. They also discuss the Republican backlash against Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger and the bipartisan acclaim for a UPS deal with the Teamsters labor union.Our insiders give you their who’s up and who’s down for the week and answer questions from the 24-hour Politically Georgia podcast hotline at 404-526-AJCP.  Links to today's topics:Giuliani ‘does not contest’ he made false statements about Fulton election workersRepublicans pile on Raffensperger for not upgrading voting machinesGeorgia election security showdown over Dominion arrives ahead of 2024UPS avoids driver strike, politicians breathe a sigh of relief  Subscribe to the AJC: If you aren’t a subscriber to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, click here to get unlimited digital access to the AJC at a special price. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The federal investigation into Donald Trump is delving deeper into Georgia.In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, host Greg Bluestein is joined by senior reporter Tamar Hallerman to discuss how the federal probe of Trump overlaps with Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis' investigation.Plus, we'll dig deeper into Trump's fundraising numbers in Georgia - and what they mean for his comeback bid.Have a question for Greg and Patricia? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 404-526-AJCP. That's 404-526-2527. We’ll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on next Friday’s episode.  Links to today's topics: Special counsel Jack Smith’s office contacted Brian Kemp in 2020 probeEXCLUSIVE: Feds sought surveillance video from State Farm Arena in Trump probeTrump moves to disqualify Fulton DA Willis — againFulton DA: Keep Trump grand jury report under wraps — for nowGa. donors seek to boost Trump rivals, but he still dominates state fundraisingAtlanta law enforcement readies for a possible Trump indictment  Subscribe to the AJC: If you aren’t a subscriber to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, click here to get unlimited digital access to the AJC at a special price. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices