Georgia’s first legislative session under a Trump presidency
Speaker David Ralston (R-Blue Ridge) opened Georgia’s 2017 legislative session with a message of unity but also appeared to have a message for Gov. Deal, stating, “While we are proud of the partnerships we enjoy with the executive branch, partnerships that are good for Georgia, we must be reminded the power to legislate for the will of the people will be honored and protected by this body.” Although Deal didn’t appear to take offense at the comment, it