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Trump leads in Georgia in the dozen most-recent polls | Georgia

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Elyse Apel | – 2024-10-31 15:18:00

SUMMARY: As Election Day 2024 approaches, Georgia appears favorable for former , who has led all recent polls, often by 3% to 5%. Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic candidate ‘s exit, hasn’t led a poll since mid-October. Historically, Trump lost Georgia in 2020 but exceeded polling predictions by losing narrowly. Both candidates emphasize Georgia’s importance for its 16 electoral votes, contributing to a record early turnout, with over 50% of registered voters participating despite no major offices on the ballot. Nonetheless, experts still categorize the race as a toss-up.

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Half of all Georgia voters have already cast their ballots | Georgia

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Elyse Apel | – 2024-10-31 15:47:00

SUMMARY: In Georgia, early has reached historic levels, with 50% of registered voters casting ballots within two weeks of its start. Secretary of Brad Raffensperger announced 3 million in-person voters, marking a state milestone. Overall, 3.6 million votesโ€”3.4 million in-person and 224,000 absenteeโ€”have been recorded, with participation from various demographics. Early voter turnout includes 613,000 individuals who did not vote in 2020. Both parties have actively encouraged early voting, recognizing Georgia’s crucial role in the presidential election. With no major offices on the ballot, the final day for early voting is this Friday.

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Georgia’s new health insurance exchange launches Friday | Georgia

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Kim Jarrett | – 2024-10-31 12:18:00

SUMMARY: Georgia has launched its first -based insurance exchange, Georgia Access, aimed at providing consumers with more choices and retaining funds within the state. This initiative, stemming from the 2019 “ First Act,” addresses prior issues with the Affordable Care Act, notably limited provider options, especially in rural . Nearly 1.4 million individuals signed up in the past year, with improved marketing strategies reaching communities directly. Commissioner John King highlighted that the switch ensures fee revenue stays in Georgia, enabling lower insurance rates and increased competition. Although with some criticism, the program reportedly has decreased reinsurance costs by 15-17%.

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Judge rules Tennessee plaintiff can't use pseudonym to sue Sean 'Diddy' Combs

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www.youtube.com – 11Alive – 2024-10-31 11:59:32

SUMMARY: A federal judge has ruled that a Tennessee woman, who filed a accusing producer Sean “Diddy” Combs of raping her in 2004 when she was 19, cannot proceed under the pseudonym โ€œJane Doe.โ€ The judge stated that Combs is entitled to know her identity to adequately investigate the claims. This lawsuit is among several filed since Combs’ arrest on sex trafficking and racketeering charges in September. The woman has until November 13th to refile her lawsuit under her real name, or it will be dismissed.

In Wednesday’s ruling the judge said Combs is entitled to know her identity to investigate her claims.

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