Shutdown Hits Small Businesses Hard as Georgia Politics Heats Up
The partial government shutdown, now in its third week, is significantly affecting small businesses nationwide. Kelly Loeffler, director of the U.S. Small Business Administration, recently discussed these impacts in an interview with 'On The Record With'. Meanwhile, political endorsements are heating up in Georgia, with Vernon Jones announcing his candidacy for secretary of state and Jason Carter backing a fellow former state senator in the gubernatorial race. President Trump has yet to decide on an endorsement for the state's U.S. Senate midterm election.
Loeffler highlighted the shutdown's severe consequences, stating that small businesses, which often operate on tight margins, cannot withstand prolonged closures. She emphasized the need for a swift resolution to prevent further economic strain.
In Georgia, the political landscape is dynamic. Vernon Jones, a former state representative, has thrown his hat into the ring for the 2026 secretary of state election. Meanwhile, Jason Carter, son of former President Jimmy Carter, has endorsed Sarah Riggs Amico, a fellow former state senator, in the gubernatorial race. Trump, who previously supported Brian Kemp in the gubernatorial campaign and Kelly Loeffler in the U.S. Senate race, has not yet endorsed a candidate for the upcoming Senate midterm election.
The shutdown's impact on small businesses remains a pressing concern, with Loeffler's interview serving as a stark reminder. In Georgia, political endorsements continue to shape the 2026 landscape, with Jones' announcement and Carter's endorsement adding new dimensions to the state's political scene. As the shutdown enters its third week, all eyes are on Washington and Georgia for further developments.
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