Trump Backs Jones for Governor

President Trump endorsed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in Georgia’s 2026 gubernatorial race, calling Jones a “warrior” and praising his support since his first White House bid.

“Burt has proven he has the Courage and Wisdom to deliver strong results for the incredible people of his wonderful State and Nation,” Trump said in a Truth Social post.

Jones noted the endorsement in a social post of his own, citing his push for election integrity, lower taxes, and Georgia values, “and with Trump’s support, we’re just getting started.”

Jones is running to succeed Republican Gov. Brian Kemp and faces a GOP primary challenge from state Attorney General Chris Carr.

  Southeast Eyes Developing Storm

Georgia and other southeastern states are keeping close tabs on Tropical Storm Erin, which caused at least seven deaths in the Cabo Verde islands off the coast of Africa.

While the track is uncertain, forecasters say the storm—expected to become the first major hurricane of the season—could curve toward the southeastern U.S., including Georgia.

Erin could reach Category 3 strength by the weekend as it moves near the Caribbean islands, meteorologists forecast.

Truth in Beef Labels in Focus

State lawmakers may consider a proposal next year to verify the accuracy of labels that promote grass-fed beef and other claims.

Georgia House Agriculture Chair Robert Dickey said certification would protect consumers from misleading marketing.

“We just want to make sure that they are getting what they are paying for. We want to put parameters around what is grass-fed, corn-fed, pasture-raised, or organic,” Dickey said.

Dickey, R-Musella, and state Senate Agriculture Chair Russ Goodman, R-Cogdell, plan to discuss the idea and other farm policy issues at the Joint Ag Issues Summit on Aug. 21 in Perry.

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➤ The Atlanta Hawks will host a Martin Luther King Jr. Day game on Jan. 19, versus Milwaukee. The team’s annual hosting of a holiday game didn’t take place this year due to conflicts with the college football playoffs. (More)

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➤ Georgia gas prices averaged $2.90 per gallon on Monday, 33 cents lower than a year ago, with Savannah the highest at $3.01 and Catoosa-Dade-Walker the lowest at $2.78. (More)

➤ The Savannah City Council will consider toughening outdoor heat restrictions for horse-drawn carriages, a change one carriage company owner says is unnecessary. (More)

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