Fox News: 

The House on Thursday passed legislation aimed at preventing biological males from competing as transgender athletes in girls’ and women’s sports at schools across the country, after a debate in which several Democrats accused Republicans of "bullying" transgender students by calling up the bill.

The Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act passed in a 219-203 vote Thursday morning — all the "yes" votes came from Republicans, and all the "no" votes came from Democrats.

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AJC:

Georgia Republicans in the U.S. House are ready to back the package of budget cuts proposed by Speaker Kevin McCarthy, saying they should be part of any deal with Democrats on increasing the debt ceiling.

But most of Georgia’s Republican-majority delegation appears to be on board. U.S. Rep. Austin Scott of Tifton said he supports McCarthy’s plan. So did U.S. Rep Barry Loudermilk of Cassville, who said the framework is “right for the moment” as a starting point for discussions with Democrats.

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