Impact of Derek Dooley in Georgia's Senate contest | Insights from our platform's discussion
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Our website, streaming, and podcasting platforms now host the weekly political show, On The Record. Airing every Sunday at 11 a.m., On The Record features interviews from both Republican and Democratic candidates for every major office in Georgia's 2026 elections. This week, Derek Dooley, a longtime collegiate and NFL football coach, spoke with our political reporter Doug Reardon during the show.
Derek Dooley, son of legendary University of Georgia football coach Vince Dooley, has officially been supported by the Republican Party for the U.S. Senate seat in Georgia's 2026 statewide elections. He was also endorsed by Georgia's Governor Brian Kemp before UGA's college football season opener in Athens.
As Georgia gears up for its gubernatorial and congressional elections in 2026, these elections could set the tone for the U.S. midterm elections. Meanwhile, the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention remains at the center of a political firestorm.
In other news, our website is expanding its news footprint with more reporters and local programming. We are now available on various podcasting platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and YouTube. As of Aug. 16, our website ends its affiliation with CBS.
Elsewhere, Federal Reserve Gov. Lisa Cook is planning to sue President Donald Trump's administration to prevent him from firing her. Meanwhile, Democrats on the Fulton County board of commissioners continue refusing to approve two Republicans to the county's election board.
Looking ahead, Georgia will once again be a key state in the 2028 presidential election. To stay updated on all the latest political news and information, download our website app today.
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