Political Rewind

Author: Georgia Public Broadcasting

The political game in Georgia is more dynamic than ever. From local elected officials to state and federal government, we're facing complicated issues. On "Political Rewind" we take the time to break down these issues, speaking directly to the decision makers. We not only get you caught up on the week that was in state politics, but we look ahead so that you will stay informed.
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Political Rewind: Abortion ban overturned; Trump announces 2024 run; Lawsuit over Saturday Voting
Thursday, 1 August, 2024

Wednesday on Political Rewind: Georgia's abortion ban has been ruled unconstitutional by a Fulton County judge. After announcing he'd be running for president in 2024, Donald Trump also sang Herschel Walker's praises publicly. Meanwhile, Democrats sue to restore Saturday early voting ahead of the runoff. The panel Charles Bullock, professor of political science, University of Georgia Greg Bluestein, @bluestein, political reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Rick Dent, political ad expert and vice president, Matrix Communications Tia Mitchell, @ajconwashington, Washington reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 5:00 - Georgia's "heartbeat" abortion law was thrown out yesterday by a Fulton County judge. 16:00 - Donald Trump announced his 2024 campaign for president from Mar-a-Lago yesterday. 29:00 - Will Republicans support Herschel Walker ahead of the runoffs? 34:00 - Walker alleged that Raphael Warnock wasn't a present father; Warnock responds. 44:00 - Republicans vie for leadership roles in Congress. 47:00 - Democrats sue to restore Saturday early voting. 50:00 - Gov. Brian Kemp testified before Fulton County's investigation into 2020 election fraud. Please sign up for the GA Today Politics Newsletter coming out later today. https://www.gpb.org/newsletters