Georgia Rep. Buddy Carter—news today? still in Congress since 2015, GA-1, Savannah-area, bio pharmacist-turned-politician.
As of early April 2026, President Donald Trump’s war with Iran, initiated by US and Israeli strikes on February 28, has reached a stalemate with rising oil prices and public disapproval. Trump’s political standing weakens following a key Democratic special election win in Florida. Congressional divisions deepen over war funding and election-related voting rights disputes.
As the government shutdown reaches 41 days, footage of lawmakers on vacation surfaces, fueling public anger. Despite ongoing funding deadlock, many members are seen enjoying leisure activities, while federal workers remain unpaid. Calls for Congress to return grow louder amid viral criticism.
Georgia is holding its primary vote, shaping the battleground for the November midterms. Incumbent Democrat Jon Ossoff faces a crowded Republican field in the U.S. Senate race, while Democrats push for a gubernatorial win. Key issues include affordability, election administration, and gerrymandering.