AGP Executive Report

Georgia Polls: A new AJC poll finds 55% of likely voters disapprove of President Trump’s job performance, while 42% approve. Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms says the governor’s race is tied despite Republican Rick Jackson’s heavy spending. Senate Race: Outside groups have paused television ads in Georgia as Democrat Jon Ossoff holds a lead over Republican Mike Collins, shifting resources to tighter contests elsewhere. Early Voting: Georgia has set a record for early-vote participation, with both parties campaigning hard ahead of Nov. 3. Key Issues: Data centers are emerging as a defining campaign issue, amid concerns over energy costs and local impacts. Campaign Trail: Trump rallied for Collins and Jackson in Dalton; former President Barack Obama is set to campaign in Atlanta with Ossoff and Bottoms on Oct. 28. State Policy: A federal court cleared the way for Georgia to enforce its social media age-verification law.

Midterm Mobilization: Georgia’s record-setting early voting is drawing competing pushes: an Atlanta “No Kings” rally urged voters to the polls, while former President Barack Obama plans to campaign with Jon Ossoff and Keisha Lance Bottoms on Oct. 28. President Donald Trump recently rallied in Dalton for Republican candidates Mike Collins and Rick Jackson. Georgia Senate Race: Ossoff and Collins clashed in a heated debate, with personal attacks and the Laken Riley Act among the flashpoints. National Fallout: New polls show Trump’s approval at second-term lows, putting Republicans in a bind as they seek his supporters’ votes without alienating independents. Georgia Sen. Raphael Warnock called for investigations of the Trump administration if Democrats win the House, but stopped short of backing another impeachment.

Voter Mobilization: Atlanta’s Saturday “No Kings” rally urged Georgians to vote early, while speakers also criticized President Donald Trump’s administration. Georgia is already setting early-voting records. Georgia Races: A day after Trump rallied in Dalton for Republican Senate candidate Mike Collins and gubernatorial hopeful Rick Jackson, Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms and Sen. Jon Ossoff rallied supporters in Cobb County. Trump urged voters to “pretend I’m on the ballot” and falsely called Ossoff’s 2021 election illegitimate; Ossoff and Bottoms portrayed their opponents as aligned with Trump. Campaign Trail: Trump touted Hyundai’s $560 million Georgia investment pledge at the Dalton stop as both parties press voters in the state’s closely watched Senate and governor contests.

Early Voting: Georgia’s midterm turnout is surging, with more than 500,000 ballots cast as of Saturday. More than 40 “No Kings” events across the state urged voters to cast ballots early, including Atlanta rallies and gatherings that marched to polling sites. Campaign Trail: President Trump rallied in Dalton for Republican Senate candidate Mike Collins and gubernatorial nominee Rick Jackson, urging supporters to “pretend I’m on the ballot” and attacking Jon Ossoff and Keisha Lance Bottoms. On Saturday, Ossoff and Bottoms headlined a Cobb County rally to mobilize voters. The high-profile visits underscore the stakes in Georgia’s closely watched Senate and governor races.

Dalton Rally: Donald Trump campaigned Friday for Senate hopeful Mike Collins and gubernatorial nominee Rick Jackson, urging voters to “pretend I’m on the ballot.” He attacked Democrat Jon Ossoff’s appearance and falsely called his 2021 Senate win illegitimate; the rally also featured a joke about the name Mohammad that drew a muted response. Georgia Races: Jackson holds only a narrow polling edge over Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms, while Ossoff reported raising $33 million for his reelection bid. Trump’s visit could energize GOP voters, but his rhetoric may complicate matters for Republicans in immigrant-heavy Dalton. Early Voting: Georgia has set a new early-voting record as the high-stakes midterm races intensify. Jobs and Investment: Trump touted Hyundai Transys’ planned $560 million expansion in West Point, expected to create 320 jobs; Gov. Brian Kemp’s office announced the plan last week.

Dalton Rally: Donald Trump campaigned for Georgia Republicans Mike Collins and Rick Jackson, attacking Sen. Jon Ossoff and falsely claiming his 2021 victory was “rigged.” Ossoff voted for the Laken Riley Act, despite Trump blaming him for Riley’s killing. Collins tied his campaign closely to Trump; Jackson kept his distance, seeking swing voters. Midterm Watch: Georgia’s early voting opened with nearly 200,000 ballots cast on day one. The Senate race is drawing national attention, while the governor’s contest remains tight. State Policy: A federal court cleared the way for Georgia to enforce its law requiring parental consent for minors’ social media accounts. Jobs: Trump touted Hyundai Transys’ planned $560 million expansion in West Point, announced by Gov. Brian Kemp earlier this month. The project is expected to add 320 jobs.

Campaign Trail: President Donald Trump is in Dalton to rally for Republican Senate candidate Mike Collins and gubernatorial hopeful Rick Jackson as Georgia’s record-setting early vote continues. Collins is challenging Sen. Jon Ossoff, who says his campaign raised $33 million in the latest quarter. Governor’s Race: Jackson and Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms are locked in a tight contest, with polls showing Jackson narrowly ahead. Voting and Elections: Georgia lawmakers are evaluating future voting machines to replace Dominion equipment, while Trump allies have floated martial law and seizing voting materials if they reject November’s results; legal experts say such moves lack authority. State Policy: A federal court cleared the way for Georgia to enforce its law requiring parental consent for minors’ social media accounts.

Trump’s Georgia Push: President Donald Trump is set to rally in Dalton on Friday for Republican Senate candidate Mike Collins and gubernatorial hopeful Rick Jackson, as polls show Collins trailing Sen. Jon Ossoff. Record Turnout: Nearly 200,000 Georgians voted on the first day of early voting, setting a state record. Voters are also splitting tickets: a recent poll put Jackson at 49% and Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms at 47%, within the margin of error. Senate Race: Ossoff reported raising $33 million for the homestretch, while he and Collins traded attacks in a heated debate over immigration, the 2020 election and donor ties. State Policy: Georgia’s highest court cleared the way for a law requiring parental consent for minors to use social media. Voters will also decide on three constitutional amendments, including a proposal to create a dedicated fund for statewide 911 system upgrades.

Early Voting: Georgia set a midterm record, with nearly 189,000 ballots cast on the first day. Turnout is surging as Vice President JD Vance campaigns for Republicans in metro Atlanta and President Donald Trump prepares a Friday rally in Dalton. Senate Showdown: Jon Ossoff raised $33 million in the latest quarter and has $26 million on hand as he faces Mike Collins. Their debate turned personal, with clashes over Collins’ abortion stance, alleged neo-Nazi material linked to his family and Ossoff donor Reid Hoffman’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Governor’s Race: A new poll gives Rick Jackson a narrow lead over Keisha Lance Bottoms, while Jackson skipped a televised debate, leaving Bottoms alone onstage. Both parties are tying the contest to Trump, even though he is not on the ballot. State Finances and Infrastructure: Georgia collected $3.34 billion in net taxes in September, up 2.3% from a year earlier. The Savannah port also won federal approval for a container terminal designed to handle 3.5 million TEUs.

Record Turnout: Nearly 200,000 Georgians cast ballots on the first day of early voting, setting a state record as the Nov. 3 races draw intense attention. Senate Showdown: Jon Ossoff and Mike Collins traded sharp attacks in their final debate, including over election denial and Epstein ties; Ossoff also said he has no interest in a 2028 presidential run and pledged to serve a full Senate term. Vice President JD Vance urged Atlanta supporters to back Collins, with President Donald Trump set to rally for him and gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson in Dalton on Friday. Governor’s Race: A new poll puts Jackson at 49% and Keisha Lance Bottoms at 47%, within the margin of error, after Jackson skipped a televised debate. Campaign Rules: The Supreme Court backed an FCC policy giving political parties and fundraising committees discounted broadcast ad rates, a change seen as favoring Republicans. Ossoff was among the Democrats challenging the rule.

Early Voting: More than 188,600 Georgians voted in person on the first day of early voting, topping the opening-day turnout of the 2022 midterms; another 10,200-plus mail ballots were returned. Senate Race: Jon Ossoff and Mike Collins clashed over affordability in their second debate. Ossoff ruled out a 2028 presidential run and pledged to serve his full six-year term if reelected. Campaign Trail: Vice President JD Vance is meeting supporters in metro Atlanta today, ahead of President Donald Trump’s Friday rally in Dalton for Collins and GOP gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson. Jackson skipped a governor’s debate, leaving Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms to answer questions alone. Jobs: Gov. Brian Kemp announced Dutch manufacturer VDL Groep will invest $77 million in Hall County and create about 120 jobs.

Early Voting: Georgia’s midterm vote is underway through Oct. 30, with new sign-in rules and federal scrutiny adding to election concerns. Jon Ossoff cast his ballot as he prepared to debate Republican Mike Collins in a closely watched Senate race. Governor’s Race: Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms faced an empty podium after Republican Rick Jackson skipped their debate. Campaign filings show Jackson spent nearly $114 million through July, compared with about $5.2 million for Bottoms. Trump Visit: President Trump is scheduled to rally with Collins and Jackson in Dalton on Friday. Campaign Ads: AI-generated political ads are circulating in Georgia without a state law requiring them to be labeled, raising questions about how voters can tell what’s real.

Early Voting: Georgia’s midterm vote began Tuesday, with lines forming in Tucker and polls open through Oct. 30. Voters face contests for governor, U.S. Senate and every congressional and state legislative seat. Governor’s Race: Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms debated alone after Republican Rick Jackson skipped the Atlanta Press Club forum, then campaigned as Jackson toured with Gov. Brian Kemp. The rivals are promoting sharply different approaches to affordability, health care and taxes. Campaign Push: President Donald Trump is scheduled to rally in northwest Georgia Friday for Republican candidates Jackson and U.S. Senate hopeful Mike Collins, who is challenging Democratic incumbent Jon Ossoff. Election Oversight: Georgia’s voting process faces heightened scrutiny from federal and state officials, with election administration and ballot access emerging as central stakes in the closely watched races.

Early Voting: Georgia’s midterm voting starts Tuesday and runs through Oct. 30, ahead of the Nov. 3 election. Voters face high-profile races for governor and U.S. Senate, plus contests for attorney general, secretary of state, lieutenant governor and the Public Service Commission. Check county schedules for locations and hours. Governor’s Race: Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms will answer questions alone at an Atlanta Press Club debate after Republican Rick Jackson declined to attend and campaigned with Gov. Brian Kemp instead. Jackson says affordability matters more to voters; Bottoms’ campaign says he is avoiding unscripted scrutiny. Trump’s Georgia Visit: President Donald Trump is scheduled to rally in Dalton Friday for Republican Senate candidate Mike Collins and Jackson. Collins is challenging Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in a nationally watched race. Utility Watch: The two Public Service Commission contests will help shape decisions on utility rates and energy infrastructure, with both seats elected statewide.

Early Voting: Georgia’s midterm voting begins Tuesday, with contests for governor, U.S. Senate, all 14 U.S. House seats and the state legislature. Governor’s Race: Republican Rick Jackson plans a statewide tour with Gov. Brian Kemp rather than attend Monday’s debate with Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms, leaving her to speak from a stage with an empty podium. Senate Race: Jon Ossoff is extending his lead over Republican Mike Collins in polling, as the closely watched contest could help decide control of the Senate.

Election Watch: Early voting opens Tuesday in Georgia’s statewide races. A new poll reported Jon Ossoff widening his lead over Republican Mike Collins, while the Senate rivals have traded personal attacks on the campaign trail. Governor’s Race: Keisha Lance Bottoms and Rick Jackson clashed in a debate, as Bottoms campaigns with former President Barack Obama’s endorsement. Storm Recovery: Federal disaster aid has been approved for Georgia counties hit by Hurricane Isaias, with about 20,000 residents still without power in the aftermath.