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Georgia Lawmakers Override Veto to Pass New Foreign Agents Law

HeadlineMay 29, 2024

In the nation of Georgia, lawmakers have voted to override a presidential veto of a controversial bill that could force many NGOs and media outlets to register as foreign agents. On Tuesday, one opposition lawmaker in Georgia was doused with water while he spoke out against the legislation. The EU has warned passage of the bill could jeopardize Georgia’s chances of joining the bloc.

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