Georgia, Kemp and Republicans

Kemp scores career win after issuing ultimatums to Georgia Republicans
Gov. Brian Kemp (R-GA) forced a bill covering a variety of litigation rules through the Georgia Senate on Friday after he threatened Republican lawmakers with primary consequences if they didn’t back it.
Georgia bill to limit lawsuits advances after Kemp makes concession to Republican senators
Georgia senators are supporting Gov. Brian Kemp’s top-priority legislation to limit lawsuits. Friday's vote comes after some of Kemp’s fellow Republicans extracted a concession in exchange for votes necessary for a majority.
Georgia Gov. Kemp’s push to curb civil litigation advances, despite some Republican reservations
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp is one step closer to notching his top legislative priority — overhauling Georgia’s civil litigation rules. The controversial bill passed the Georgia State Senate Friday, after a combination of threats and negotiations secured the votes of wavering Republicans.
Republican Georgia Senate contenders emerge as Kemp mulls options
Gov. Brian Kemp (R-GA) remains the favorite to win Georgia’s 2026 Senate election, but without having declared, other contenders are preparing themselves for a run. While several Republicans have openly pushed for Kemp,
Georgia Senate passes Kemp's tort reform bill despite objections from trial lawyers, Democrats
Georgia senators voted to pass the first piece of Gov. Brian Kemp's tort reform proposal, which has garnered praise from businesses and pushback from trial lawyers.
GOP Gov. Brian Kemp of Georgia on DOGE’s mission: ‘we cannot continue to have government like it’s been in the past’
Republican Gov. Brian Kemp of Georgia, in a Fox News Digital interview, emphasizes Trump has brought ‘commonsense policy back ...
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After threats and deals, Kemp’s litigation overhaul clears Senate vote
The measure passed by a 33-21 vote after two hours of debate, with state Sen. Colton Moore of Trenton the only Republican to break GOP ranks. State Sen. Emanuel Jones of Decatur, a U.S. House ...
Kemp says he expected denial of FEMA extension from Helene, money already in budget
Kemp meanwhile said they anticipated the denial and put money into the amended state budget to help those governments cover ...
Heavy police presence in Belltown outside Kemp’s Cannibas
KIRO 7 is on scene in Belltown as a heavy police presence surrounds Kemp’s Cannabis’ Belltown location early Wednesday ...
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What to watch for as Brian Kemp’s priority bill faces key vote
The governor is using his political muscle to push an overhaul of Georgia's civil litigation rules. A handful of GOP senators are the key votes.
Gov. Kemp ‘not sure’ about federal loan earmarked for new Rivian plant
The plan for electric vehicle maker Rivian to build a plant in Georgia is contingent on a $6.57 billion federal loan that was ...
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Smash-and-grab robbery damages Kemp’s Cannabis in Belltown
A smash-and-grab robbery damaged Shawn Kemp's Cannabis shop in Seattle at 1st Avenue and Denny Way early Wednesday morning.
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Kemp threatens to back primary challenges against Republicans who oppose his litigation rewrite
An adviser to Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp warned Republicans in the state Legislature to support Kemp's civil litigation overhaul or face the consequences.