The 'Bubba' vote: McDonald delivers win for Republicans

A Republican some Georgians have never heard of was the most popular member of his party on the ballot this week.

After years of work, Abrams takes victory lap in Georgia

Stacey Abrams spent years crisscrossing Georgia, working to convince Democratic leaders, donors and prospective candidates that a vast, untapped well of potential voters could upend Republican domination in the state. There was no national media spotlight or constant praise from national political players to ease the slog.

Black leaders cheer Georgia success, push for more progress

What started as a day of celebration for Black organizers, voters and other Georgians who helped deliver two historic Senate runoff victories was overshadowed Wednesday when a mostly white mob of President Donald Trump’s supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol.

Georgia budget writers greet improved revenue with caution

After a $2 billion bloodletting last year because of the economic downturn brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, Georgia’s budget picture is looking better.

Simon & Schuster cancels publication of Sen. Josh Hawley’s book, citing his role in pro-Trump Capitol riot

Following the violent pro-Trump riot inside the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, Simon & Schuster announced it will no longer be moving forward with publishing Republican Sen. Josh Hawley’s book, “The Tyranny of Big Tech,” citing Hawley’s “role in what became a dangerous threat to our democracy.”

Loeffler concedes U.S. Senate race to Warnock, thanks supporters

Sen. Kelly Loeffler conceded the U.S. Senate race in Georgia to Rev. Raphael Warnock Thursday in a message posted to social media.

Georgia House Speaker to name special committee on election integrity

Georgia House Speaker David Ralston (R) says he will appoint a special committee on election integrity when the 2021 legislative session begins.

Texas Democrats call for Ted Cruz’s resignation for Electoral College challenge, inspiring rioters

U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz is facing criticism and calls for him to step down for his involvement in challenging the results of the 2020 election and what critics say is his role in inspiring rioters at the Capitol.

Pence, Pelosi share 'elbow bump' following Biden certification vote

Vice President Mike Pence and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi concluded a trying and at times scary joint session of Congress with an elbow bump in the predawn hours of Thursday.

House Judiciary Committee Democrats urge Pence to invoke 25th Amendment to remove Trump

Seventeen members of Congress signed a letter to Vice President Mike Pence urging him to invoke the 25th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution to remove President Donald Trump from office in the wake of protests in Washington by Trump’s supporters that devolved into a violent riot inside the U.S. Capitol.

A year after Soleimani killing, Iraq issues warrant for President Trump's arrest

Iraq’s judiciary says it has issued an arrest warrant for outgoing President Donald Trump in connection with the killing of an Iranian general and a powerful Iraqi militia leader last year.

Illinois Congressman Adam Kinzinger urges Cabinet to invoke 25th Amendment

Republican Illinois Congressman Adam Kinzinger is calling on President Donald Trump's Cabinet to invoke the 25th Amendment and remove him from office.

Trump promises 'orderly transition' after Congress certifies Biden's 2020 election

President Donald Trump for the first time acknowledged his defeat in the Nov. 3 election and announced there would be an “orderly transition on January 20th” after Congress concluded the electoral vote count early Thursday certifying President-elect Joe Biden’s victory.

Congress certifies Biden’s 2020 election win after violent pro-Trump riot in Capitol

Congress was forced to abruptly halt its session on counting Electoral College votes won by President-elect Joe Biden as supporters of President Donald Trump swarmed the U.S. Capitol. But the counting resumed, and Biden’s win was certified.

Rep. Crist calls for removal of president under 25th Amendment

U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist (D-FL13) issued a tweet calling for the removal of the President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, as the United States Capitol Building was overtaken by a violent mob Wednesday.

What is the 25th Amendment? Here’s what you need to know

Some lawmakers are calling for President Donald Trump to be removed from office using an amendment from the U.S. Constitution.