Georgia NOW News for Tuesday May 19, 2026

It's Election Day! Georgia voters head to the polls today for the May primaries and nonpartisan elections, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.  Plus, a new ProPublica investigation into the trucking company tied to Georgia Congressman and U.S. Senate candidate Mike Collins is renewing calls for stronger federal trucking safety regulations. Safety advocates say proven technology like speed limiters and automatic emergency braking could save lives, while Collins has opposed some federal mandates. Civil rights leaders and activists mobilize after a recent U.S. Supreme Court Voting Rights Act ruling. Organizers say the ruling is energizing a new generation of voting rights advocates ahead of future redistricting and election fights. Gov. Brian Kemp also vetoed $300 million in spending proposals amid concerns over revenue losses tied to Georgia’s new income tax cut while affordability and inflation remain top issues for Georgia voters this election season. Plus, a warning from the Georgia State Patrol about a growing text scam targeting drivers with fake violation notices. 🎧 Tune in 24/7 to Georgia NOW. Grab the app or listen online at heargeorgianow.com — and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share Georgia NOW News wherever you get your podcasts. #Georgia #GeorgiaPolitics #ElectionDay #VotingRights #MikeCollins #BrianKemp #RaphaelWarnock #GeorgiaNews #TruckSafety #Inflation #PublicPolicy