President Trump has nominated Judge Neil Gorsuch to fill the vacancy left by Antonin Scalia on the United States Supreme Court. Georgia’s Senators Johnny Isakson and David Perdue released the following statements on the nomination: Senator Isaskon: “I have consistently said that the next Supreme Court justice should be someone who understands and values the

The Democratic members of the Senate Finance Committee have decided to refuse to appear at meetings in order to slow down the nominations of Congressman Tom Price for HHS and Steven Mnuchin for Treasury. Senate rules require one member of the minority party to be present in order to have a quorum. Senator Johnny Isakson

In an email sent out about an hour ago, current GA-12 District Chairman Mike Welsh announced his entrance into the race for GAGOP Chairman. He specifically lists out four goals that he plans to bring about by a business based outside approach: Communicating a vision to unite the Party Developing a digital infrastructure that launches the

When Sally Yates was selected by President Obama for her position in the Department of Justice she required Senate confirmation. She was questioned by Senator Jeff Sessions. In it she is asked, and encouraged, if she will stand up to the White House when they propose to do something unlawful. Senator David Perdue implored her

Good morning! Don’t wait for it – RISE UP! During the month of February, CobbLINC transit riders can purchase the new silver Breeze card for only $1.00. Is the Georgia PTA “imploding?” HB 123, which would require anyone who wants a tattoo to receive written notice that their tattoo could potentially disqualify them from military

In looking through the GeorgiaPol.com Hazmat Unit’s inbox, I see the following three statements from members of the Georgia congressional delegation. I’ll post others in the comments section as I receive them and am available to do so. Senator David Perdue: “We are at war with ISIS and our previous president refused to put a

Senator Josh McKoon (R-SD-29) announced today that he does not intend to seek a fifth term as state senator in 2018.  His remarks as published this morning by Jim Galloway over at the AJC leave open the possibility of seeking higher office such as running for Attorney General of Georgia. However, a capitol insider close

This week’s Courier Herald column: As Georgia’s economic fortunes have improved over the past several years, the state has made an effort to reinvest in those that serve us. The economic downturn meant sparse times for taxpayers, which meant fewer tax dollars flowing into state coffers for several years. Public sector employees bore the brunt

Bob Gray has announced that he will seek to replace Tom Price in Congress. While the full release is below, please take note of the accompanying endorsement of Gray by State Rep. Brad Raffensperger (R-Johns Creek). “Having first met at Mount Pisgah United Methodist Church, Tricia and I have known Bob and Susanne for 15 years

It’s unbelievable how many people have the flu this year. Remember to get a flu shot and to wash your hands. You don’t want to end up like me right now. A hospital that helped South Georgia tornado victims faces shutdown. HB 146, a bill that would help firefighters with cancer, was dropped. Governor Deal