Natalie Mendenhall

Georgia

Audio Producer at The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

"That's like a professional journalist thing." -Rihanna. Producer for @ajc’s @politicallyga now on @wabeatl. NABJ/AABJ member. RT ≠ endorsements.

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With Kemp out, here’s where the 2026 US Senate race in Georgia stands

5 days ago | ajc.com | Tia Mitchell |Natalie Mendenhall

In a special Friday edition of the “Politically Georgia” podcast, Atlanta Journal-Constitution journalists Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell look at the emerging field of candidates for the 2026 Senate race. On Monday, Gov. Brian Kemp announced he would not run for the U.S. Senate in 2026. That cleared the field for Republicans who wanted to challenge incumbent Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff. U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter, R-St. Simons Island, entered the race Thursday morning.
Josh McLaurin’s plans for a Democratic majority in the General Assembly

6 days ago | ajc.com | Natalie Mendenhall

In Thursday’s episode of the “Politically Georgia” podcast, Atlanta Journal-Constitution journalists Patricia Murphy and Greg Bluestein interviewed state Sen. Josh McLaurin about his newly launched campaign for lieutenant governor. Credit: Arvin Temkar/AJC“If I were to win in 2026, that would be a four-year project and a leadership position to help fundraise, to help move the Senate Democratic caucus towards a majority,” said the Sandy Springs Democrat.
Georgia’s U.S. Senate scramble - who runs now that Kemp is out?

1 week ago | macon.com | Natalie Mendenhall

In Wednesday's episode of the "Politically Georgia" podcast, Atlanta Journal-Constitution journalists Tia Mitchell, Patricia Murphy and Greg Bluestein analyze Gov. Brian Kemp‘s decision to pass on a U.S. Senate bid in 2026. Kemp's announcement leaves a wide open field for Georgia Republicans who want to challenge incumbent U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff. Among the possible GOP contenders are U.S. Reps.
Politically Georgia: Senate scramble — who runs now that Kemp is out?

1 week ago | ajc.com | Natalie Mendenhall

In Wednesday’s episode of the “Politically Georgia” podcast, Atlanta Journal-Constitution journalists Tia Mitchell, Patricia Murphy and Greg Bluestein analyze Gov. Brian Kemp‘s decision to pass on a U.S. Senate bid in 2026. Kemp’s announcement leaves a wide open field for Georgia Republicans who want to challenge incumbent U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff. Among the possible GOP contenders are U.S. Reps.
Listen: Kemp upends 2026 with decision not to run for Senate

1 week ago | ajc.com | Natalie Mendenhall

In Tuesday’s episode of the “Politically Georgia” podcast, Atlanta Journal-Constitution journalists Patricia Murphy and Tia Mitchell reacted to the news that Gov. Brian Kemp won’t run for Senate in 2026. Top Republican leaders saw Kemp as the strongest shot to challenge Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff. In new AJC polling, the governor pulled a 60% approval rating. He was the only Republican of four in the survey who was neck and neck with Ossoff in a hypothetical matchup.
AJC poll: Kemp vs. Ossoff in 2026 dead heat

1 week ago | ajc.com | Natalie Mendenhall

In Monday’s episode of the “Politically Georgia” podcast, Atlanta Journal-Constitution journalists Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell discussed new polling from the AJC on potential matchups in the Georgia senate race. The polling looks at a hypothetical matchup between Sen. Jon Ossoff, who is seeking reelection, and Gov. Brian Kemp, who has not said if he will run for Senate at the end of his term heading state government.
‘I’m a Democrat that wants to get stuff done’

1 week ago | ajc.com | Natalie Mendenhall

In Thursday’s episode of the “Politically Georgia” podcast, Atlanta Journal-Constitution journalists Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy talked to state Sen. Jason Esteves about his plans to run for governor. Esteves launched his candidacy last month. I’m running to be the next Governor of Georgia. As a former teacher, small business owner, dad, and state senator, I’ve seen Georgia’s potential because I’ve lived it. Georgia families are just looking for a fair shot.
UGA pollster Trey Hood on The AJC’s new survey of Georgia voters

2 weeks ago | ajc.com | Natalie Mendenhall

Wednesday’s episode of the “Politically Georgia” podcast explores The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s new poll, which shows President Donald Trump’s disapproval rating has climbed as he marks his first 100 days back in office. University of Georgia pollster Trey Hood, who oversaw the survey, told the podcast that the results show a majority of voters are concerned about Trump’s economic policies. “So that’s the number one issue, which again is not a surprise,” said Hood.
Metro Atlanta congressional challenger: ‘You can’t outwork me’

2 weeks ago | ajc.com | Natalie Mendenhall

On Tuesday’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s “Politically Georgia” podcast, AJC journalists Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy and Tia Mitchell discuss Everton Blair’s decision to enter the race for the 13th congressional district. The metro Atlanta seat has been held for decades by Rep. David Scott, D-Atlanta. The longtime incumbent has yet to say if he’ll run for reelection this cycle. Scott recently has had to fend off speculation about his health.
Politically Georgia hosts answer listener mail

2 weeks ago | ajc.com | Natalie Mendenhall

On Monday’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s “Politically Georgia” podcast, the hosts answer questions from the listener mailbag. Atlanta Journal-Constitution journalists Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell dive into questions about student visas, Gov. Brian Kemp’s legal overhaul, and a bill that passed this session banning cellphones in school for K-8 students. They also answer a question about Confederate Memorial Day.