Georgia

Georgia Sets Major 2025 Reforms: Transformative Changes in Tax, Elections, and Education on the Horizon

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Atlanta, GA — Starting in 2025, Georgia is set to introduce sweeping reforms that will impact the state’s tax policies, election systems, and educational funding. These changes aim to enhance transparency, streamline election procedures, and expand educational opportunities, marking a significant shift in how residents will interact with these fundamental systems. One of the major reforms includes the implementation of Senate Bill 366, which will overhaul the way tax expenditures are analyzed and reported in Georgia. This measure seeks to increase governmental accountability by mandating that at least 12 economic analyses be conducted annually on … Read more

Former Trump Lawyer Challenges Guilty Plea, Claims Unconstitutional Grounds in Georgia Election Case

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Atlanta, GA — Kenneth Chesebro, a former lawyer for Donald Trump’s campaign, has filed a motion to retract his guilty plea in a case concerning alleged interference in the 2020 election in Georgia. This development comes after a judge ruled that one of the conspiracy counts against him was beyond state jurisdiction, as it involved filings made to a federal court. In October 2023, Chesebro entered a guilty plea for conspiring to submit false documents declaring Trump the winner in Georgia. However, his plea is now under scrutiny following a decision by Fulton County Superior … Read more

Judge to Rule on Expanding Georgia Legislature’s Subpoena Authority

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Atlanta, Georgia — A significant legal debate over the extent of subpoena power held by legislators in Georgia is now pending a decision from a Fulton County Superior Court judge. The crux of this legal battle revolves around whether state lawmakers should possess the authority to compel evidence and testimony through subpoenas during legislative sessions. This legal issue surged to prominence following a controversy involving a Republican-led legislative study committee, which had been actively using its subpoena power to conduct investigations. Critics argue that such powers should be curbed, fearing potential overreach, while supporters believe … Read more

Georgia Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against Savannah’s Gun Storage Ordinance

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Savannah, Georgia — A local ordinance enacted in Savannah that penalizes individuals for storing firearms in unlocked vehicles has withstood a legal challenge. The ruling came down from Chatham County Superior Court Judge Benjamin Karpf on November 22, dismissing a lawsuit on the grounds that the plaintiff, Clarence Belt, did not have the standing to sue. The controversy began after Savannah’s city council moved in April to push for greater responsibility in firearm storage within city limits. Under the new city law, anyone found to have left a gun in an unlocked vehicle faces serious … Read more