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Keisha Lance Bottoms and Rick Jackson take part in the Gray Media, Atlanta News First debate...

One stage, one night | Rick Jackson, Keisha Lance Bottoms face Georgia voters

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Tim Darnell
Moderated by Atlanta News First, the candidates to become the next governor met for their first - and only - debate before election day.

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Georgia voter registration deadline is Monday, Oct. 5 at 11:59 p.m.

Georgia voter registration deadline is Monday, Oct. 5, at 11:59 p.m.

Updated: Oct. 5, 2026 at 2:23 PM EDT
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By Joe Hennessy
Registration can be completed online, by mail or in person.

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FILE - Jimmy Carter, left, and Gerald Ford, right, shake hands before the third presidential...

How Georgia’s Jimmy Carter helped make televised debates a permanent American tradition

Updated: Oct. 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT
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By Tim Darnell
When Carter and President Gerald Ford broke a nearly two-decade debate freeze in 1976, they established a prime-time standard still shaping modern politics.

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US Sen. Jon Ossoff and US Rep. Mike Collins will debate Oct. 8, 2026, on Atlanta News First.

Collins, Ossoff debate: How to watch on WTOC

Updated: Oct. 5, 2026 at 12:04 PM EDT
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By WTOC Staff
In November, Georgians will decide who will represent the Peach State in the U.S. Senate.

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"I Voted" sticker for Georgia midterms

Oct. 5 last day to register to vote in Georgia’s 2026 midterms

Updated: Oct. 5, 2026 at 12:00 PM EDT
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By Tim Darnell
Atlanta News First is hosting two live televised debates this week as early voting begins next Tuesday.

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FILE

Bottoms, Jackson town hall debate: How to watch on WTOC

Updated: Oct. 5, 2026 at 11:55 AM EDT
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By WTOC Staff
Ahead of the election, WTOC and Gray Media are giving voters a chance to hear from governor candidates Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms and Republican Rick Jackson in a televised town hall debate.

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Keisha Lance Bottoms, left, and Rick Jackson, right, on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026.

60 minutes to win Georgia: What to watch for in the Jackson-Bottoms debate

Updated: Oct. 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM EDT
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By Tim Darnell
With early voting fast approaching, the candidates meet for their only debate on Atlanta News First.

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Young Georgia voters

Georgia voters have a wide range of topics that matter to them

Updated: Oct. 4, 2026 at 11:20 PM EDT
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By Alani Letang
Several Georgia voters say they are ready for change, with top concerns ranging from equality to gas prices and immigration as they head to the polls.

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(AP Photo/Ellen Schmidt)

Georgia governor’s race virtually tied, polls show Ossoff leading Collins as early voting nears

Updated: Oct. 4, 2026 at 5:57 PM EDT
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By Sarah Hammond
Two of the biggest races in the state — the race for U.S. Senate and the race for Georgia’s next governor — remain sharply in focus with just a month to go until Election Day.

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Kiesha Lance Bottoms and Rick Jackson Georgia governor candidates midterm elections

Jackson vs. Bottoms: Two vastly different paths to the debate stage

Updated: Oct. 4, 2026 at 9:00 AM EDT
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By Tim Darnell
A health care entrepreneur who rose from foster care faces a former big-city mayor and White House advisor as voters prepare for Tuesday’s live town hall debate.
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Georgia governor race candidates Keisha Lance Bottoms and Rick Jackson

One hour to decide Georgia? Governor’s race debate could help settle election

Updated: Oct. 3, 2026 at 9:00 AM EDT
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By Hope Dean
On Oct. 6, Atlanta News First will host the only face-to-face debate between Rick Jackson and Keisha Lance Bottoms.

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Race to replace Georgia’s voting system by 2028 sparks high-stakes vendor battle

Race to replace Georgia’s voting system by 2028 sparks high-stakes vendor battle

Updated: Oct. 1, 2026 at 6:59 PM EDT
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By Abby Kousouris
Under Senate Bill 3EX, the state is evaluating a potential transition to hand-marked paper ballots printed on demand at precinct check-in ahead of the 2028 election cycle.

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South Carolina voting

SC voter registration deadline approaching for 2026 general election

Updated: Sep. 30, 2026 at 10:22 AM EDT
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By Alex Kesler
SC election officials are urging residents to register or update their voter information before deadlines arrive ahead of the upcoming statewide general election.

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Georgia's primary will take place on March 24, and Monday, Feb. 24 is the last day to register.

Last chance to register: What’s on the line in Georgia’s 2026 midterms

Updated: Sep. 28, 2026 at 7:37 PM EDT
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By Tim Darnell
Georgia voters face their final full week to register ahead of high-stakes races for U.S. Senate, governor and statewide leadership.

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Georgia governor candidate Rick Jackson talks veteran health care in Savannah

Georgia governor candidate Rick Jackson talks veteran health care in Savannah

Updated: Sep. 25, 2026 at 10:08 PM EDT
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By Laethon Bumgardner
Republican candidate for Georgia governor Rick Jackson made a campaign stop in Savannah on Friday afternoon, meeting with local veterans to address health care challenges facing military families and residents across the state.

Elections Center

Raffensperger honors Tattnall County elections office, addresses midterm security

Raffensperger honors Tattnall County elections office, addresses midterm security

Updated: Sep. 24, 2026 at 5:44 PM EDT
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By Shea Schrader
Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger recognized the Tattnall County elections office for what he called superior efforts in election administration.

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Keisha Lance Bottoms, left, and Rick Jackson, right, on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026.

Georgia governor’s race: Rick Jackson edges Keisha Lance Bottoms in new poll

Updated: Sep. 17, 2026 at 11:55 AM EDT
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By Tim Darnell
Rasmussen Reports survey finds sharp divides along gender, age and race in the November midterm matchup.

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South Carolina Senate Committee begins studying artificial intelligence

South Carolina Senate Committee begins studying artificial intelligence

Updated: Sep. 16, 2026 at 10:08 AM EDT
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By WIS News 10 Staff
As artificial intelligence continues to expand into everyday life, South Carolina lawmakers are beginning a long-term effort to determine what role the state should play in regulating the rapidly evolving technology.

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U.S. Senate nominee Annie Andrews brings ‘gas, grits, and groceries’ campaign tour to Lowcountry

U.S. Senate nominee Annie Andrews brings ‘gas, grits, and groceries’ campaign tour to Lowcountry

Updated: Sep. 8, 2026 at 4:58 PM EDT
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By Fletcher Johnson
South Carolina Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate, Annie Andrews, made campaign stops in Beaufort County and Aiken on Tuesday, September 8 as part of her statewide push to address the cost of living.

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Governor candidates Keisha Lance Bottoms, left, and Rick Jackson

Looking for real undecided Georgia voters to participate in governor’s town hall debate

Updated: Sep. 4, 2026 at 3:51 PM EDT
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By Atlanta News First staff
Atlanta News First is seeking undecided voters from throughout Georgia — including remote video participants— to participate in the Oct. 6 debate.

Lowcountry News

Gov. Gavin Newsom brings message to rural South Carolina amid book tour

California Gov. Gavin Newsom rallies Jasper County Democratic voters during ‘Take it Back’ tour

Updated: Sep. 3, 2026 at 5:38 PM EDT
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By Aaron Dixon
The tour comes as South Carolina prepares to be the first state to vote in the Democratic primary for the 2028 presidential election.

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Keisha Lance Bottoms, left, and Rick Jackson, right, on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026.

Ga. governor race: Bottoms pushes grocery tax suspension, Jackson proposes child safety plan

Updated: Sep. 2, 2026 at 9:21 PM EDT
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By Abby Kousouris
Georgia’s candidates for governor took different paths on the campaign trail Wednesday, highlighting stark policy divides and trading sharp personal attacks as they toured metro Atlanta.

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WIS, Gray Media to host exclusive debate in SC governor’s race

Updated: Aug. 31, 2026 at 7:44 PM EDT
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By WIS News 10 Staff
WIS and Gray Media stations across South Carolina will air an exclusive debate in the upcoming governor’s race.

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Governor candidates Keisha Lance Bottoms, left, and Rick Jackson

Atlanta News First to host gubernatorial town hall debate between Keisha Lance Bottoms, Rick Jackson

Updated: Aug. 31, 2026 at 5:17 PM EDT
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By Atlanta News First staff
The event will follow a modified town hall format, giving undecided local voters the unique opportunity to ask questions directly to the candidates.

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Rick Jackson touts affordability, education agenda during Savannah campaign stop

Rick Jackson touts affordability, education agenda during Savannah campaign stop

Updated: Aug. 30, 2026 at 12:08 AM EDT
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By Augostina Mallous and Megan Leroy
Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson campaigned in Savannah this weekend, telling voters that affordability — including tax cuts — and improvements to Georgia’s education system are top priorities of his campaign.

Elections Center

Elections 2026

Graham, Andrews to face off in November Senate election

Updated: Aug. 26, 2026 at 5:59 PM EDT
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By Julianne Sheehan
Graham and Andrews are positioned to become the first woman elected to represent South Carolina in the U.S. Senate.

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Dr. Annie Andrews, Kasie Whitener

Senate candidates Dr. Annie Andrews, Kasie Whitener react to result of Republican primary

Updated: Aug. 25, 2026 at 10:30 PM EDT
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By WIS News 10 Staff
Two other candidates vying to become South Carolina’s next United States Senator shared their reactions to the Republican primary on Tuesday.

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Beaufort County Board of Voter Registration and Elections

Beaufort County needs 300 poll workers ahead of November election

Updated: Aug. 25, 2026 at 5:08 PM EDT
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By Joe Hennessy
According to the elections office, Beaufort County is one of the top 10 counties in South Carolina by registered voters.

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Senator Darline Graham campaigns in Beaufort ahead of Tuesday run-off election

Graham campaigns in Beaufort ahead of Tuesday’s GOP runoff

Updated: Aug. 23, 2026 at 10:16 PM EDT
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By Julianne Sheehan
Local officials and fellow GOP candidates spoke in support of Graham before she delivered remarks and answered voter questions.

Lowcountry News

Election officials in South Carolina saw a surge of voters during the first days of early...

Early voting totals hit 25K statewide on day one; Beaufort Co. expects similar turnout from special primary

Updated: Aug. 20, 2026 at 7:49 PM EDT
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By Aaron Dixon
The high-stakes runoff pits Senator Darline Graham against state lawmaker Ralph Norman to fill the seat once held by the late Lindsey Graham.

Elections Center

Bluffton voters head to the polls in South Carolina’s GOP Senate primary

Bluffton voters head to the polls in South Carolina’s GOP Senate primary

Updated: Aug. 12, 2026 at 1:52 AM EDT
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By Julianne Sheehan
Darline Graham and Ralph Norman advanced to a Republican runoff Tuesday after neither candidate secured a majority in South Carolina’s special Senate primary.

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Darline Graham, Ralph Norman advance to runoff in SC Senate Republican primary

Darline Graham, Ralph Norman advance to runoff in SC Senate Republican primary

Updated: Aug. 11, 2026 at 11:44 PM EDT
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By Michael Owens, Hannah Burbank and Stephen Biddix
Sen. Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman moving on to a runoff election in the Republican primary for United States Senate.

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Republican U.S. Senate candidate Mike Collins visited Savannah on Tuesday

Collins campaigns in Savannah, touts port funding and legislative record

Updated: Aug. 11, 2026 at 3:00 PM EDT
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By Joe Hennessy
Collins described the race as a clear contrast, calling himself a small businessman from the trucking industry and characterizing Sen. Ossoff as a “trust-fund kid.”

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Early voting for South Carolina's runoff elections began June 17 at five locations across...

More than 61,000 South Carolina voters cast early ballots in GOP Senate primary

Updated: Aug. 10, 2026 at 4:49 PM EDT
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By Shakuria Smith
More than 61,000 South Carolina voters cast early ballots over three days in the U.S. Senate special Republican primary.

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Chatham Area Republican Women luncheon

GOP lawmakers tout legislation success ahead of November election

Updated: Aug. 6, 2026 at 12:02 AM EDT
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By Shelby Coates
State Representative Jesse Petrea and State Senator Ben Watson spoke in Savannah.

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Early voting is underway in South Carolina’s special Republican primary for U.S. Senate

Beaufort Co. elections office preparing for runoff as early voting starts

Updated: Aug. 5, 2026 at 5:24 PM EDT
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By Joe Hennessy
Not all registered voters are eligible to participate. Voters who participated in the Republican primary in June.

Political

Bottoms and Jackson are running in Georgia's 2026 governor's race.

Georgia governor candidates Jackson, Bottoms headline Georgia chamber political luncheon

Updated: Aug. 5, 2026 at 7:00 AM EDT
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By Tim Darnell
Outgoing Gov. Brian Kemp, Senate challenger Rep. Mike Collins join the lineup in Athens as the 2026 midterms intensify.

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On the Record

PODCAST: What’s next in Georgia’s election fight as Trump returns to state, midterms near

Updated: Jul. 17, 2026 at 1:18 PM EDT
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By Tim Darnell
Georgia officials again pointed to audits and prior investigations as questions about election trust resurface.

Lowcountry News

South Carolina Republicans will soon begin selecting a new U.S. Senate nominee following the...

USC political science professor talks possible candidates for U.S. Senate seat following Sen. Graham’s sudden passing

Updated: Jul. 15, 2026 at 6:31 PM EDT
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By Aaron Dixon
Candidate filing opens next week, with hopefuls able to enter the race July 21 through July 28.

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The South Carolina flag flies outside city hall in North Charleston, S.C., Aug. 12, 2011.

SC runoff election results: Candidates will face winners of primary in general election

Updated: Jun. 24, 2026 at 4:34 AM EDT
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By Live 5 Web Staff
Results are in for South Carolina’s runoff election.

Politics

Nancy Lacore, a retired vice admiral who lead the Reserve Officer Training Corps of the U.S....

Lacore wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District

Updated: Jun. 23, 2026 at 10:05 PM EDT
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By WTOC Staff
Nancy Lacore will be on the ballot this November as South Carolina voters elect their next representative for the 1st Congressional District.

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Honeycutt

Honeycutt wins GOP runoff for South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District

Updated: Jun. 23, 2026 at 10:03 PM EDT
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By WTOC Staff
Jenny Costa Honeycutt/Mark Smith will be on the ballot this November as South Carolina voters elect their next representative for the 1st Congressional District.

Lowcountry News

The deadline to fine campaign finance reports was Friday. Here's how the Republican candidates...

Evette, Wilson face off in South Carolina Republican governor runoff

Updated: Jun. 23, 2026 at 5:55 PM EDT
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By Steven Glover
South Carolina Republicans are choosing Tuesday between Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and Attorney General Alan Wilson in the Republican runoff for governor.

Elections Center

Councilwoman Jenny Costa Honeycutt and House Rep. Mark Smith faced off for South Carolina’s...

Honeycutt, Smith face off in Republican runoff for South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District

Updated: Jun. 23, 2026 at 5:31 PM EDT
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By Stephanie Adkisson
Two Republicans are facing off Tuesday in a runoff for South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District as voters choose the GOP nominee for November’s election.

Lowcountry News

Beaufort County eyes turn to South Carolina U.S. Congressional seat ahead of runoff

Beaufort County eyes turn to South Carolina U.S. Congressional seat ahead of runoff

Updated: Jun. 22, 2026 at 6:25 PM EDT
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By Aaron Dixon
The district, one of the wealthiest in the state, stretches from the southern end of Beaufort County up the coast through parts of Charleston, with several communities in between.

Lowcountry News

Early voting ends in South Carolina ahead of next week’s runoff election

Early voting ends in South Carolina ahead of next week’s runoff election

Updated: Jun. 18, 2026 at 5:32 PM EDT
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By Aaron Dixon
On the first day of early voting, more than 1,000 ballots were cast at the library alone. Voters continued filing in on the final day—some stopping in to cool off in the A/C, check out a book, or take a few minutes to vote before polls closed.

Elections Center

Rick Jackson speaks to supporters at a watch party Tuesday night.

Runoff shockwave: Rick Jackson lands the Kemp-Deal-Perdue triple endorsement

Updated: Jun. 18, 2026 at 2:06 PM EDT
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By Tim Darnell
48 hours after runoff surprise, Georgia’s current governor, two former governors line up behind Jackson, after Brian Kemp backed Burt Jones.

Lowcountry News

VIDEO: SC GOP debate in first congressional district runoff (Part III)

Early voting underway in South Carolina ahead of District 1 runoff; Smith and Honeycutt debate key issues

Updated: Jun. 17, 2026 at 11:21 PM EDT
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By Aaron Dixon
One of the races drawing significant attention is the Republican runoff for South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District, a seat stretching from Beaufort County to northern Charleston County.

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Candidates to debate in South Carolina’s first congressional district race

Candidates to debate in South Carolina’s first congressional district race

Updated: Jun. 17, 2026 at 12:26 PM EDT
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By Summer Swanson
Smith and Honeycutt face off in SC congressional race at 7 p.m. Wednesday night

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Amanda Hollowell has officially secured the Democratic nomination for Georgia’s 1st...

Amanda Hollowell secures Democratic nomination for U.S. House seat in Georgia’s 1st Congressional District

Updated: Jun. 16, 2026 at 11:09 PM EDT
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By Joe Hennessy
For the first time in more than a decade, Georgia voters will be sending someone new to Washington D.C. to represent the 1st Congressional District.
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