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Doug Collins: Political and Professional Biography

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Title: Doug Collins: Political and Professional Biography

Total Categories: 8

Category Stats

  • Early Life and Education: 4 flashcards, 8 questions
  • Military Service: 6 flashcards, 10 questions
  • Georgia State Legislature: 3 flashcards, 5 questions
  • U.S. House of Representatives: 8 flashcards, 15 questions
  • 2020 Senate Campaign and Election Challenges: 5 flashcards, 9 questions
  • Secretary of Veterans Affairs: 8 flashcards, 14 questions
  • Political and Social Stances: 12 flashcards, 18 questions
  • Personal Life and Religious Affiliation: 3 flashcards, 4 questions

Total Stats

  • Total Flashcards: 49
  • True/False Questions: 52
  • Multiple Choice Questions: 31
  • Total Questions: 83

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Study Guide: Doug Collins: Political and Professional Biography

Study Guide: Doug Collins: Political and Professional Biography

Early Life and Education

Doug Collins was born in Atlanta, Georgia, in August 1966.

Answer: False

According to the source materials, Doug Collins was born in Gainesville, Georgia, on August 16, 1966.

Related Concepts:

  • When and where was Doug Collins born?: Doug Collins was born on August 16, 1966, in Gainesville, Georgia.
  • Where did Doug Collins grow up, and what was his father's profession?: Doug Collins grew up in Gainesville, Georgia, and his father was a Georgia State Trooper for over 30 years.
  • What degrees has Doug Collins earned and from which institutions?: Doug Collins earned a Bachelor of Arts in political science and criminal law from the University of North Georgia, a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, and a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School.

Doug Collins grew up in Augusta, Georgia, and his father was a lawyer.

Answer: False

Source materials state that Doug Collins grew up in Gainesville, Georgia, and his father was a Georgia State Trooper.

Related Concepts:

  • When and where was Doug Collins born?: Doug Collins was born on August 16, 1966, in Gainesville, Georgia.
  • Where did Doug Collins grow up, and what was his father's profession?: Doug Collins grew up in Gainesville, Georgia, and his father was a Georgia State Trooper for over 30 years.
  • What degrees has Doug Collins earned and from which institutions?: Doug Collins earned a Bachelor of Arts in political science and criminal law from the University of North Georgia, a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, and a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School.

Doug Collins holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Georgia and a Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School.

Answer: False

The source materials indicate Doug Collins earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of North Georgia and a Juris Doctor from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School.

Related Concepts:

  • What degrees has Doug Collins earned and from which institutions?: Doug Collins earned a Bachelor of Arts in political science and criminal law from the University of North Georgia, a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, and a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School.
  • For how many terms did Doug Collins serve in the Georgia House of Representatives, and which district did he represent?: Doug Collins served three terms in the Georgia House of Representatives, representing the 27th district from 2007 to 2013.
  • When and where was Doug Collins born?: Doug Collins was born on August 16, 1966, in Gainesville, Georgia.

Before entering elected office, Doug Collins worked as a pastor and co-owned a retail scrapbooking store.

Answer: True

The provided information confirms that prior to his elected service, Doug Collins worked as a pastor and co-owned a retail scrapbooking store.

Related Concepts:

  • What were Doug Collins' early career activities before entering elected office?: Before entering elected office, Doug Collins worked as an intern for Congressman Ed Jenkins, was a salesman for hazardous material safety products, served as a senior pastor at Chicopee Baptist Church from 1994 to 2005, and co-owned a retail scrapbooking store with his wife.
  • What is Doug Collins' political party affiliation?: Doug Collins is a member of the Republican Party.
  • For how many terms did Doug Collins serve in the Georgia House of Representatives, and which district did he represent?: Doug Collins served three terms in the Georgia House of Representatives, representing the 27th district from 2007 to 2013.

Which of the following was NOT a previous role held by Doug Collins?

Answer: Georgia State Senator

The source materials list his roles as U.S. Representative, Member of the Georgia House of Representatives, and Chaplain in the U.S. Air Force Reserve, but not Georgia State Senator.

Related Concepts:

  • In which U.S. military branch did Doug Collins initially serve, and in what capacity?: Doug Collins initially served in the United States Navy for two years in the late 1980s as a navy chaplain.
  • When and where was Doug Collins born?: Doug Collins was born on August 16, 1966, in Gainesville, Georgia.
  • What was Doug Collins' rank in the U.S. Air Force Reserve as of the article's information?: As of the information provided, Doug Collins holds the rank of Colonel in the U.S. Air Force Reserve.

Where was Doug Collins born?

Answer: Gainesville, Georgia

Doug Collins was born in Gainesville, Georgia.

Related Concepts:

  • When and where was Doug Collins born?: Doug Collins was born on August 16, 1966, in Gainesville, Georgia.
  • Where did Doug Collins grow up, and what was his father's profession?: Doug Collins grew up in Gainesville, Georgia, and his father was a Georgia State Trooper for over 30 years.
  • When did Doug Collins marry Lisa Jordan, and what is her profession?: Doug Collins married Lisa Jordan in 1988. She is a retired fifth-grade teacher from Gainesville, Georgia.

Which institution awarded Doug Collins his Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree?

Answer: Atlanta's John Marshall Law School

Doug Collins earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School.

Related Concepts:

  • What degrees has Doug Collins earned and from which institutions?: Doug Collins earned a Bachelor of Arts in political science and criminal law from the University of North Georgia, a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, and a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School.
  • When and where was Doug Collins born?: Doug Collins was born on August 16, 1966, in Gainesville, Georgia.
  • What was Doug Collins' role on the House Judiciary Committee?: Doug Collins served as the Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee from January 3, 2019, to March 12, 2020.

What was one of Doug Collins' early career activities before elected office?

Answer: Co-owning a retail scrapbooking store

Before elected office, Doug Collins co-owned a retail scrapbooking store with his wife.

Related Concepts:

  • What were Doug Collins' early career activities before entering elected office?: Before entering elected office, Doug Collins worked as an intern for Congressman Ed Jenkins, was a salesman for hazardous material safety products, served as a senior pastor at Chicopee Baptist Church from 1994 to 2005, and co-owned a retail scrapbooking store with his wife.
  • For how many terms did Doug Collins serve in the Georgia House of Representatives, and which district did he represent?: Doug Collins served three terms in the Georgia House of Representatives, representing the 27th district from 2007 to 2013.
  • How did Doug Collins first win his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives?: Doug Collins first won his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives by running unopposed in both the primary and general elections after the incumbent decided to run for the Georgia State Senate.

Military Service

Doug Collins has served as a chaplain in the U.S. Air Force Reserve since 2002 and was promoted to colonel in 2023.

Answer: True

The provided information states that Doug Collins has served as a chaplain in the U.S. Air Force Reserve since 2002 and achieved the rank of colonel in 2023.

Related Concepts:

  • What is Doug Collins' military service background?: Doug Collins has served as a chaplain in the U.S. Air Force Reserve since 2002 and was promoted to colonel in 2023. He also served two years in the United States Navy as a navy chaplain in the late 1980s.
  • What military awards and decorations has Doug Collins received?: Doug Collins has received the Air Force Christian Chaplains Insignia, Meritorious Service Medal, Air and Space Commendation Medal with bronze oak leaf, Air and Space Achievement Medal, Air Force Meritorious Unit Award with bronze oak leaf, Air and Space Outstanding Unit Award with bronze oak leaf, National Defense Service Medal with bronze star, Iraq Campaign Medal with bronze star, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon with Gold Frame, Air and Space Longevity Service Award, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, and Air Force Training Ribbon.
  • In which U.S. military branch did Doug Collins initially serve, and in what capacity?: Doug Collins initially served in the United States Navy for two years in the late 1980s as a navy chaplain.

Doug Collins initially served in the U.S. Army as an infantry soldier.

Answer: False

The source materials indicate that Doug Collins initially served in the United States Navy as a navy chaplain.

Related Concepts:

  • In which U.S. military branch did Doug Collins initially serve, and in what capacity?: Doug Collins initially served in the United States Navy for two years in the late 1980s as a navy chaplain.
  • What was Doug Collins' rank in the U.S. Air Force Reserve as of the article's information?: As of the information provided, Doug Collins holds the rank of Colonel in the U.S. Air Force Reserve.
  • During which conflict was Doug Collins deployed to Balad Air Base, and for how long?: Doug Collins was deployed to Balad Air Base for five months in 2008 during the Iraq War.

As of the article's information, Doug Collins holds the rank of Major in the U.S. Air Force Reserve.

Answer: False

The provided information states that Doug Collins holds the rank of Colonel in the U.S. Air Force Reserve.

Related Concepts:

  • What was Doug Collins' rank in the U.S. Air Force Reserve as of the article's information?: As of the information provided, Doug Collins holds the rank of Colonel in the U.S. Air Force Reserve.
  • What is Doug Collins' military service background?: Doug Collins has served as a chaplain in the U.S. Air Force Reserve since 2002 and was promoted to colonel in 2023. He also served two years in the United States Navy as a navy chaplain in the late 1980s.
  • What is the name of the Air Force Wing to which Doug Collins belongs?: Doug Collins is a member of the 94th Airlift Wing, stationed at Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta, Georgia.

Doug Collins was deployed to Balad Air Base for five months during the Vietnam War.

Answer: False

The source materials indicate that Doug Collins was deployed to Balad Air Base for five months in 2008 during the Iraq War.

Related Concepts:

  • During which conflict was Doug Collins deployed to Balad Air Base, and for how long?: Doug Collins was deployed to Balad Air Base for five months in 2008 during the Iraq War.
  • What military awards and decorations has Doug Collins received?: Doug Collins has received the Air Force Christian Chaplains Insignia, Meritorious Service Medal, Air and Space Commendation Medal with bronze oak leaf, Air and Space Achievement Medal, Air Force Meritorious Unit Award with bronze oak leaf, Air and Space Outstanding Unit Award with bronze oak leaf, National Defense Service Medal with bronze star, Iraq Campaign Medal with bronze star, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon with Gold Frame, Air and Space Longevity Service Award, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, and Air Force Training Ribbon.
  • In which U.S. military branch did Doug Collins initially serve, and in what capacity?: Doug Collins initially served in the United States Navy for two years in the late 1980s as a navy chaplain.

Doug Collins is a member of the 94th Airlift Wing, stationed at Dobbins Air Reserve Base.

Answer: True

The provided information confirms that Doug Collins is a member of the 94th Airlift Wing, stationed at Dobbins Air Reserve Base.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the name of the Air Force Wing to which Doug Collins belongs?: Doug Collins is a member of the 94th Airlift Wing, stationed at Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta, Georgia.
  • What military awards and decorations has Doug Collins received?: Doug Collins has received the Air Force Christian Chaplains Insignia, Meritorious Service Medal, Air and Space Commendation Medal with bronze oak leaf, Air and Space Achievement Medal, Air Force Meritorious Unit Award with bronze oak leaf, Air and Space Outstanding Unit Award with bronze oak leaf, National Defense Service Medal with bronze star, Iraq Campaign Medal with bronze star, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon with Gold Frame, Air and Space Longevity Service Award, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, and Air Force Training Ribbon.
  • What was Doug Collins' rank in the U.S. Air Force Reserve as of the article's information?: As of the information provided, Doug Collins holds the rank of Colonel in the U.S. Air Force Reserve.

Doug Collins has received the Meritorious Service Medal and the Iraq Campaign Medal.

Answer: True

The provided list of military awards for Doug Collins includes the Meritorious Service Medal and the Iraq Campaign Medal.

Related Concepts:

  • What military awards and decorations has Doug Collins received?: Doug Collins has received the Air Force Christian Chaplains Insignia, Meritorious Service Medal, Air and Space Commendation Medal with bronze oak leaf, Air and Space Achievement Medal, Air Force Meritorious Unit Award with bronze oak leaf, Air and Space Outstanding Unit Award with bronze oak leaf, National Defense Service Medal with bronze star, Iraq Campaign Medal with bronze star, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon with Gold Frame, Air and Space Longevity Service Award, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, and Air Force Training Ribbon.
  • During which conflict was Doug Collins deployed to Balad Air Base, and for how long?: Doug Collins was deployed to Balad Air Base for five months in 2008 during the Iraq War.
  • What was Doug Collins' rank in the U.S. Air Force Reserve as of the article's information?: As of the information provided, Doug Collins holds the rank of Colonel in the U.S. Air Force Reserve.

What military branch did Doug Collins initially serve in?

Answer: United States Navy

Doug Collins initially served in the United States Navy.

Related Concepts:

  • In which U.S. military branch did Doug Collins initially serve, and in what capacity?: Doug Collins initially served in the United States Navy for two years in the late 1980s as a navy chaplain.
  • What was Doug Collins' rank in the U.S. Air Force Reserve as of the article's information?: As of the information provided, Doug Collins holds the rank of Colonel in the U.S. Air Force Reserve.
  • During which conflict was Doug Collins deployed to Balad Air Base, and for how long?: Doug Collins was deployed to Balad Air Base for five months in 2008 during the Iraq War.

What was Doug Collins' rank in the U.S. Air Force Reserve as of the article's information?

Answer: Colonel

As of the information provided, Doug Collins holds the rank of Colonel in the U.S. Air Force Reserve.

Related Concepts:

  • What was Doug Collins' rank in the U.S. Air Force Reserve as of the article's information?: As of the information provided, Doug Collins holds the rank of Colonel in the U.S. Air Force Reserve.
  • What is Doug Collins' military service background?: Doug Collins has served as a chaplain in the U.S. Air Force Reserve since 2002 and was promoted to colonel in 2023. He also served two years in the United States Navy as a navy chaplain in the late 1980s.
  • What is the name of the Air Force Wing to which Doug Collins belongs?: Doug Collins is a member of the 94th Airlift Wing, stationed at Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta, Georgia.

During which conflict was Doug Collins deployed to Balad Air Base?

Answer: The Iraq War

Doug Collins was deployed to Balad Air Base during the Iraq War.

Related Concepts:

  • During which conflict was Doug Collins deployed to Balad Air Base, and for how long?: Doug Collins was deployed to Balad Air Base for five months in 2008 during the Iraq War.

Which military award is listed among Doug Collins' decorations?

Answer: Air Force Commendation Medal

The Air Force Commendation Medal is listed among Doug Collins' military decorations.

Related Concepts:

  • What military awards and decorations has Doug Collins received?: Doug Collins has received the Air Force Christian Chaplains Insignia, Meritorious Service Medal, Air and Space Commendation Medal with bronze oak leaf, Air and Space Achievement Medal, Air Force Meritorious Unit Award with bronze oak leaf, Air and Space Outstanding Unit Award with bronze oak leaf, National Defense Service Medal with bronze star, Iraq Campaign Medal with bronze star, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon with Gold Frame, Air and Space Longevity Service Award, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, and Air Force Training Ribbon.
  • What was Doug Collins' rank in the U.S. Air Force Reserve as of the article's information?: As of the information provided, Doug Collins holds the rank of Colonel in the U.S. Air Force Reserve.
  • In which U.S. military branch did Doug Collins initially serve, and in what capacity?: Doug Collins initially served in the United States Navy for two years in the late 1980s as a navy chaplain.

Georgia State Legislature

Doug Collins served two terms in the Georgia House of Representatives, representing the 27th district.

Answer: False

The source materials indicate that Doug Collins served three terms in the Georgia House of Representatives, representing the 27th district.

Related Concepts:

  • For how many terms did Doug Collins serve in the Georgia House of Representatives, and which district did he represent?: Doug Collins served three terms in the Georgia House of Representatives, representing the 27th district from 2007 to 2013.
  • How did Doug Collins first win his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives?: Doug Collins first won his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives by running unopposed in both the primary and general elections after the incumbent decided to run for the Georgia State Senate.
  • When did Doug Collins begin his service as a U.S. Representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district?: Doug Collins began serving as the U.S. representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district on January 3, 2013.

Doug Collins first won his Georgia House seat after defeating the incumbent in a close election.

Answer: False

According to the source materials, Doug Collins first won his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives by running unopposed in both the primary and general elections.

Related Concepts:

  • How did Doug Collins first win his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives?: Doug Collins first won his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives by running unopposed in both the primary and general elections after the incumbent decided to run for the Georgia State Senate.
  • For how many terms did Doug Collins serve in the Georgia House of Representatives, and which district did he represent?: Doug Collins served three terms in the Georgia House of Representatives, representing the 27th district from 2007 to 2013.
  • Who were the main contenders in the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat?: In the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat, Doug Collins competed against incumbent Republican Kelly Loeffler and Democrat Raphael Warnock.

In the Georgia House, Collins sponsored legislation to increase the HOPE Scholarship requirements and expand charter schools.

Answer: True

The provided information confirms that in the Georgia House, Collins sponsored legislation that included reforms to the HOPE Scholarship program with increased requirements and supported the expansion of charter schools.

Related Concepts:

  • What legislative actions did Doug Collins support regarding Georgia's education system?: During his time in the Georgia House, Collins sponsored a plan to reform the HOPE Scholarship program, which included a 10% cut in scholarships and raised academic requirements. He also supported amending Georgia's constitution to authorize and expand charter schools.

How did Doug Collins first win his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives?

Answer: By running unopposed after the incumbent sought higher office

Doug Collins first won his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives by running unopposed after the incumbent sought higher office.

Related Concepts:

  • How did Doug Collins first win his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives?: Doug Collins first won his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives by running unopposed in both the primary and general elections after the incumbent decided to run for the Georgia State Senate.
  • For how many terms did Doug Collins serve in the Georgia House of Representatives, and which district did he represent?: Doug Collins served three terms in the Georgia House of Representatives, representing the 27th district from 2007 to 2013.
  • When did Doug Collins begin his service as a U.S. Representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district?: Doug Collins began serving as the U.S. representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district on January 3, 2013.

What legislative action did Doug Collins sponsor regarding Georgia's HOPE Scholarship program?

Answer: A reform including a 10% cut and raised academic requirements

Doug Collins sponsored legislation that reformed Georgia's HOPE Scholarship program by including a 10% cut and raising academic requirements.

Related Concepts:

  • What legislative actions did Doug Collins support regarding Georgia's education system?: During his time in the Georgia House, Collins sponsored a plan to reform the HOPE Scholarship program, which included a 10% cut in scholarships and raised academic requirements. He also supported amending Georgia's constitution to authorize and expand charter schools.
  • For how many terms did Doug Collins serve in the Georgia House of Representatives, and which district did he represent?: Doug Collins served three terms in the Georgia House of Representatives, representing the 27th district from 2007 to 2013.

U.S. House of Representatives

Before his current role, Doug Collins represented Georgia's 9th congressional district in the U.S. House from 2013 to 2021.

Answer: True

Source materials confirm that Doug Collins represented Georgia's 9th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives from January 3, 2013, to January 3, 2021.

Related Concepts:

  • When did Doug Collins begin his service as a U.S. Representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district?: Doug Collins began serving as the U.S. representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district on January 3, 2013.
  • What were Doug Collins' previous significant political roles?: Before becoming Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Doug Collins served as the U.S. representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district from 2013 to 2021 and in the Georgia House of Representatives from 2007 to 2013.
  • For how many terms did Doug Collins serve in the Georgia House of Representatives, and which district did he represent?: Doug Collins served three terms in the Georgia House of Representatives, representing the 27th district from 2007 to 2013.

The linked audio file contains a recording of Doug Collins speaking against the 2018 Intercountry Adoption Information Act.

Answer: False

The source materials indicate the linked audio file contains a recording of Doug Collins speaking *in support* of the 2018 Intercountry Adoption Information Act.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the significance of the audio file linked in the article?: The article includes an audio recording of Doug Collins speaking in support of the 2018 Intercountry Adoption Information Act, recorded on July 10, 2018.

Doug Collins began his service as a U.S. Representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district on January 3, 2013.

Answer: True

The provided information confirms that Doug Collins began his service as the U.S. Representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district on January 3, 2013.

Related Concepts:

  • When did Doug Collins begin his service as a U.S. Representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district?: Doug Collins began serving as the U.S. representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district on January 3, 2013.
  • For how many terms did Doug Collins serve in the Georgia House of Representatives, and which district did he represent?: Doug Collins served three terms in the Georgia House of Representatives, representing the 27th district from 2007 to 2013.
  • What was the political leaning of Georgia's 9th congressional district when Collins first ran for the U.S. House?: When Doug Collins first ran in 2012, Georgia's 9th congressional district was considered highly Republican, with a Cook Partisan Voting Index of R+27.

Andrew Clyde preceded Doug Collins in representing Georgia's 9th congressional district.

Answer: False

The source materials indicate that Tom Graves preceded Doug Collins, and Andrew Clyde succeeded him in representing Georgia's 9th congressional district.

Related Concepts:

  • Who were Doug Collins' predecessors and successors in the U.S. House of Representatives for Georgia's 9th district?: Tom Graves preceded Doug Collins in representing Georgia's 9th congressional district, and Andrew Clyde succeeded him.
  • When did Doug Collins begin his service as a U.S. Representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district?: Doug Collins began serving as the U.S. representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district on January 3, 2013.
  • For how many terms did Doug Collins serve in the Georgia House of Representatives, and which district did he represent?: Doug Collins served three terms in the Georgia House of Representatives, representing the 27th district from 2007 to 2013.

When Collins first ran for the U.S. House in 2012, Georgia's 9th congressional district was considered a swing district.

Answer: False

The source materials describe Georgia's 9th congressional district as highly Republican, with a Cook Partisan Voting Index of R+27, when Collins first ran in 2012, not a swing district.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the political leaning of Georgia's 9th congressional district when Collins first ran for the U.S. House?: When Doug Collins first ran in 2012, Georgia's 9th congressional district was considered highly Republican, with a Cook Partisan Voting Index of R+27.
  • When did Doug Collins begin his service as a U.S. Representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district?: Doug Collins began serving as the U.S. representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district on January 3, 2013.
  • How did Doug Collins first win his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives?: Doug Collins first won his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives by running unopposed in both the primary and general elections after the incumbent decided to run for the Georgia State Senate.

Doug Collins defeated Jody Cooley in the general election for Georgia's 9th congressional district in 2012.

Answer: True

The provided information confirms that Doug Collins defeated Jody Cooley in the general election for Georgia's 9th congressional district in 2012.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the political leaning of Georgia's 9th congressional district when Collins first ran for the U.S. House?: When Doug Collins first ran in 2012, Georgia's 9th congressional district was considered highly Republican, with a Cook Partisan Voting Index of R+27.
  • For how many terms did Doug Collins serve in the Georgia House of Representatives, and which district did he represent?: Doug Collins served three terms in the Georgia House of Representatives, representing the 27th district from 2007 to 2013.
  • When did Doug Collins begin his service as a U.S. Representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district?: Doug Collins began serving as the U.S. representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district on January 3, 2013.

In the 2018 election, Doug Collins secured approximately 60% of the vote against his Democratic challenger.

Answer: False

The source materials state that Doug Collins secured approximately 79.6% of the vote against his Democratic challenger in the 2018 election.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the outcome of the 2018 election for Doug Collins in the U.S. House?: In the 2018 election, Doug Collins overwhelmingly defeated his Democratic challenger, Josh McCall, securing 79.6% of the vote.
  • How did Doug Collins first win his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives?: Doug Collins first won his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives by running unopposed in both the primary and general elections after the incumbent decided to run for the Georgia State Senate.
  • Who were the main contenders in the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat?: In the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat, Doug Collins competed against incumbent Republican Kelly Loeffler and Democrat Raphael Warnock.

Doug Collins served on the Committee on Veterans' Affairs and the Committee on Armed Services during his time in the U.S. House.

Answer: False

The source materials indicate Doug Collins served on the Committee on Rules, the Committee on the Judiciary, and the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform during his time in the U.S. House, not Veterans' Affairs or Armed Services.

Related Concepts:

  • What were Doug Collins' previous significant political roles?: Before becoming Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Doug Collins served as the U.S. representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district from 2013 to 2021 and in the Georgia House of Representatives from 2007 to 2013.
  • What leadership roles did Doug Collins hold within the House Republican Conference?: Doug Collins served as the Vice Chair of the House Republican Conference from January 3, 2017, to January 3, 2019.
  • What is Doug Collins' current position and when did he assume office?: Doug Collins is currently serving as the 12th United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs, having assumed office on February 5, 2025.

Doug Collins held the position of Vice Chair of the House Republican Conference from 2017 to 2019.

Answer: True

The provided information confirms that Doug Collins served as the Vice Chair of the House Republican Conference from January 2017 to January 2019.

Related Concepts:

  • What leadership roles did Doug Collins hold within the House Republican Conference?: Doug Collins served as the Vice Chair of the House Republican Conference from January 3, 2017, to January 3, 2019.
  • What was Doug Collins' role on the House Judiciary Committee?: Doug Collins served as the Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee from January 3, 2019, to March 12, 2020.

Doug Collins served as the Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee from January 2019 to March 2020.

Answer: True

The source materials confirm that Doug Collins served as the Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee from January 2019 to March 2020.

Related Concepts:

  • What was Doug Collins' role on the House Judiciary Committee?: Doug Collins served as the Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee from January 3, 2019, to March 12, 2020.
  • What action did Doug Collins take regarding the amicus brief in support of Texas v. Pennsylvania?: In December 2020, Doug Collins was one of 126 Republican members of the House of Representatives who signed an amicus brief supporting Texas v. Pennsylvania, a lawsuit challenging the results of the 2020 presidential election.
  • What leadership roles did Doug Collins hold within the House Republican Conference?: Doug Collins served as the Vice Chair of the House Republican Conference from January 3, 2017, to January 3, 2019.

During the impeachment inquiry against Donald Trump, Doug Collins acted as a defense counsel.

Answer: True

The provided information confirms that Doug Collins served as a defense counsel during the impeachment inquiry against Donald Trump.

Related Concepts:

  • What was Doug Collins' role in the impeachment inquiry against Donald Trump?: During the impeachment inquiry against Donald Trump, Doug Collins served as a defense counsel, describing the hearings as a 'sham'.
  • What was Doug Collins' role on the House Judiciary Committee?: Doug Collins served as the Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee from January 3, 2019, to March 12, 2020.

Who succeeded Doug Collins as the U.S. Representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district?

Answer: Andrew Clyde

Andrew Clyde succeeded Doug Collins as the U.S. Representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district.

Related Concepts:

  • Who were Doug Collins' predecessors and successors in the U.S. House of Representatives for Georgia's 9th district?: Tom Graves preceded Doug Collins in representing Georgia's 9th congressional district, and Andrew Clyde succeeded him.
  • When did Doug Collins begin his service as a U.S. Representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district?: Doug Collins began serving as the U.S. representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district on January 3, 2013.
  • What were Doug Collins' previous significant political roles?: Before becoming Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Doug Collins served as the U.S. representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district from 2013 to 2021 and in the Georgia House of Representatives from 2007 to 2013.

What was the Cook Partisan Voting Index (PVI) for Georgia's 9th congressional district when Collins first ran?

Answer: R+27

When Doug Collins first ran in 2012, Georgia's 9th congressional district had a Cook Partisan Voting Index (PVI) of R+27.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the political leaning of Georgia's 9th congressional district when Collins first ran for the U.S. House?: When Doug Collins first ran in 2012, Georgia's 9th congressional district was considered highly Republican, with a Cook Partisan Voting Index of R+27.
  • When did Doug Collins begin his service as a U.S. Representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district?: Doug Collins began serving as the U.S. representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district on January 3, 2013.
  • For how many terms did Doug Collins serve in the Georgia House of Representatives, and which district did he represent?: Doug Collins served three terms in the Georgia House of Representatives, representing the 27th district from 2007 to 2013.

In which committee did Doug Collins serve as Ranking Member?

Answer: Committee on the Judiciary

Doug Collins served as the Ranking Member of the Committee on the Judiciary.

Related Concepts:

  • What was Doug Collins' role on the House Judiciary Committee?: Doug Collins served as the Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee from January 3, 2019, to March 12, 2020.
  • What leadership roles did Doug Collins hold within the House Republican Conference?: Doug Collins served as the Vice Chair of the House Republican Conference from January 3, 2017, to January 3, 2019.

What leadership role did Doug Collins hold within the House Republican Conference from January 2017 to January 2019?

Answer: Vice Chair

Doug Collins held the position of Vice Chair of the House Republican Conference from January 2017 to January 2019.

Related Concepts:

  • What leadership roles did Doug Collins hold within the House Republican Conference?: Doug Collins served as the Vice Chair of the House Republican Conference from January 3, 2017, to January 3, 2019.
  • What was Doug Collins' role on the House Judiciary Committee?: Doug Collins served as the Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee from January 3, 2019, to March 12, 2020.
  • What is Doug Collins' political party affiliation?: Doug Collins is a member of the Republican Party.

2020 Senate Campaign and Election Challenges

Doug Collins announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate special election in Georgia in January 2020.

Answer: True

The provided information states that Doug Collins announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate special election in Georgia on January 29, 2020.

Related Concepts:

  • When did Doug Collins announce his candidacy for the U.S. Senate special election in Georgia?: Doug Collins announced his candidacy for the November 2020 special election for Georgia's U.S. Senate seat on January 29, 2020.
  • Who were the main contenders in the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat?: In the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat, Doug Collins competed against incumbent Republican Kelly Loeffler and Democrat Raphael Warnock.
  • How did Doug Collins first win his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives?: Doug Collins first won his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives by running unopposed in both the primary and general elections after the incumbent decided to run for the Georgia State Senate.

In the 2020 Georgia Senate special election, Doug Collins competed against incumbent Republican David Perdue.

Answer: False

The source materials indicate that in the 2020 Georgia Senate special election, Doug Collins competed against incumbent Republican Kelly Loeffler and Democrat Raphael Warnock, not David Perdue.

Related Concepts:

  • Who were the main contenders in the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat?: In the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat, Doug Collins competed against incumbent Republican Kelly Loeffler and Democrat Raphael Warnock.
  • When did Doug Collins announce his candidacy for the U.S. Senate special election in Georgia?: Doug Collins announced his candidacy for the November 2020 special election for Georgia's U.S. Senate seat on January 29, 2020.
  • How did Doug Collins first win his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives?: Doug Collins first won his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives by running unopposed in both the primary and general elections after the incumbent decided to run for the Georgia State Senate.

Doug Collins finished first in the nonpartisan blanket primary for the Georgia Senate seat.

Answer: False

According to the source materials, Doug Collins finished third in the nonpartisan blanket primary for the Georgia Senate seat, failing to advance to the runoff.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the result of the primary election for Doug Collins' Senate bid?: Doug Collins finished third in the nonpartisan blanket primary for the Georgia Senate seat, failing to advance to the top-two runoff election.
  • Who were the main contenders in the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat?: In the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat, Doug Collins competed against incumbent Republican Kelly Loeffler and Democrat Raphael Warnock.
  • How did Doug Collins first win his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives?: Doug Collins first won his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives by running unopposed in both the primary and general elections after the incumbent decided to run for the Georgia State Senate.

Following his Senate defeat, Doug Collins claimed widespread fraud in the Georgia elections, leading the Secretary of State to call him a 'truth-teller'.

Answer: False

Following his Senate defeat, Doug Collins made claims of widespread fraud in the Georgia elections. However, Georgia's Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger called Collins a 'liar' and 'charlatan', not a 'truth-teller'.

Related Concepts:

  • What claims did Doug Collins make regarding the 2020 Georgia election results?: Following his defeat in the Senate race, Doug Collins, along with President Trump, made claims about fraud in the Georgia elections, which led Georgia's Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to call Collins a 'liar' and 'charlatan'.
  • Who were the main contenders in the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat?: In the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat, Doug Collins competed against incumbent Republican Kelly Loeffler and Democrat Raphael Warnock.

Doug Collins signed an amicus brief supporting a lawsuit that challenged the results of the 2020 presidential election.

Answer: True

The source materials confirm that Doug Collins signed an amicus brief supporting a lawsuit that challenged the results of the 2020 presidential election.

Related Concepts:

  • What action did Doug Collins take regarding the amicus brief in support of Texas v. Pennsylvania?: In December 2020, Doug Collins was one of 126 Republican members of the House of Representatives who signed an amicus brief supporting Texas v. Pennsylvania, a lawsuit challenging the results of the 2020 presidential election.
  • Who were the main contenders in the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat?: In the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat, Doug Collins competed against incumbent Republican Kelly Loeffler and Democrat Raphael Warnock.

Who did Doug Collins primarily compete against in the 2020 special election for Georgia's U.S. Senate seat?

Answer: Kelly Loeffler and Raphael Warnock

In the 2020 special election for Georgia's U.S. Senate seat, Doug Collins competed against incumbent Republican Kelly Loeffler and Democrat Raphael Warnock.

Related Concepts:

  • Who were the main contenders in the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat?: In the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat, Doug Collins competed against incumbent Republican Kelly Loeffler and Democrat Raphael Warnock.
  • When did Doug Collins announce his candidacy for the U.S. Senate special election in Georgia?: Doug Collins announced his candidacy for the November 2020 special election for Georgia's U.S. Senate seat on January 29, 2020.
  • How did Doug Collins first win his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives?: Doug Collins first won his seat in the Georgia House of Representatives by running unopposed in both the primary and general elections after the incumbent decided to run for the Georgia State Senate.

What was the outcome for Doug Collins in the 2020 Georgia Senate primary election?

Answer: He finished third and did not advance to the runoff.

Doug Collins finished third in the 2020 Georgia Senate primary election, failing to advance to the runoff.

Related Concepts:

  • Who were the main contenders in the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat?: In the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat, Doug Collins competed against incumbent Republican Kelly Loeffler and Democrat Raphael Warnock.
  • What was the result of the primary election for Doug Collins' Senate bid?: Doug Collins finished third in the nonpartisan blanket primary for the Georgia Senate seat, failing to advance to the top-two runoff election.
  • When did Doug Collins announce his candidacy for the U.S. Senate special election in Georgia?: Doug Collins announced his candidacy for the November 2020 special election for Georgia's U.S. Senate seat on January 29, 2020.

Following his Senate defeat, what claims did Doug Collins make regarding the 2020 Georgia elections?

Answer: He alleged widespread fraud and irregularities.

Following his Senate defeat, Doug Collins alleged widespread fraud and irregularities in the 2020 Georgia elections.

Related Concepts:

  • What claims did Doug Collins make regarding the 2020 Georgia election results?: Following his defeat in the Senate race, Doug Collins, along with President Trump, made claims about fraud in the Georgia elections, which led Georgia's Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to call Collins a 'liar' and 'charlatan'.
  • Who were the main contenders in the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat?: In the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat, Doug Collins competed against incumbent Republican Kelly Loeffler and Democrat Raphael Warnock.
  • What was the result of the primary election for Doug Collins' Senate bid?: Doug Collins finished third in the nonpartisan blanket primary for the Georgia Senate seat, failing to advance to the top-two runoff election.

What action did Doug Collins take in December 2020 related to the 2020 election results?

Answer: He signed an amicus brief supporting a lawsuit challenging the results.

In December 2020, Doug Collins signed an amicus brief supporting a lawsuit that challenged the results of the 2020 presidential election.

Related Concepts:

  • What action did Doug Collins take regarding the amicus brief in support of Texas v. Pennsylvania?: In December 2020, Doug Collins was one of 126 Republican members of the House of Representatives who signed an amicus brief supporting Texas v. Pennsylvania, a lawsuit challenging the results of the 2020 presidential election.
  • Who were the main contenders in the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat?: In the 2020 special election for the Georgia Senate seat, Doug Collins competed against incumbent Republican Kelly Loeffler and Democrat Raphael Warnock.
  • What was Doug Collins' role on the House Judiciary Committee?: Doug Collins served as the Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee from January 3, 2019, to March 12, 2020.

Secretary of Veterans Affairs

Doug Collins assumed office as the 12th United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs on February 5, 2024.

Answer: False

The provided source materials indicate that Doug Collins assumed office as the 12th United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs on February 5, 2025, not February 5, 2024.

Related Concepts:

  • What is Doug Collins' current position and when did he assume office?: Doug Collins is currently serving as the 12th United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs, having assumed office on February 5, 2025.
  • What was the Senate confirmation vote count for Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs?: The United States Senate confirmed Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs by a vote of 77-23 on February 4, 2025.
  • When was Doug Collins nominated to be the U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs?: President-elect Donald Trump announced his intention to nominate Doug Collins as the U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs on November 14, 2024.

An official portrait of Doug Collins, dated 2025, was taken during his time as a U.S. Representative.

Answer: False

The source indicates an official portrait of Doug Collins dated 2025 was taken during his tenure as Secretary of Veterans Affairs, not as a U.S. Representative.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the date and description of the official portrait mentioned in the article?: The source material includes an official portrait of Doug Collins, dated 2025, taken during his tenure as Secretary of Veterans Affairs.
  • What role did Doug Collins serve during President Trump's address to Congress in March 2025?: Doug Collins served as the 'designated survivor' during President Trump's address to a joint session of Congress on March 4, 2025.
  • For how many terms did Doug Collins serve in the Georgia House of Representatives, and which district did he represent?: Doug Collins served three terms in the Georgia House of Representatives, representing the 27th district from 2007 to 2013.

President-elect Donald Trump announced his intention to nominate Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs on November 14, 2024.

Answer: True

The provided information confirms that President-elect Donald Trump announced his intention to nominate Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs on November 14, 2024.

Related Concepts:

  • When was Doug Collins nominated to be the U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs?: President-elect Donald Trump announced his intention to nominate Doug Collins as the U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs on November 14, 2024.
  • What was the Senate confirmation vote count for Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs?: The United States Senate confirmed Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs by a vote of 77-23 on February 4, 2025.
  • What is Doug Collins' current position and when did he assume office?: Doug Collins is currently serving as the 12th United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs, having assumed office on February 5, 2025.

The United States Senate confirmed Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs by a vote of 65-32.

Answer: False

The source materials indicate that the United States Senate confirmed Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs by a vote of 77-23.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the Senate confirmation vote count for Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs?: The United States Senate confirmed Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs by a vote of 77-23 on February 4, 2025.
  • What is Doug Collins' current position and when did he assume office?: Doug Collins is currently serving as the 12th United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs, having assumed office on February 5, 2025.
  • Who administered the oath of office to Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs?: U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas swore Doug Collins into office as the 12th Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas swore Doug Collins into office as Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

Answer: True

The provided information confirms that U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas administered the oath of office to Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

Related Concepts:

  • Who administered the oath of office to Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs?: U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas swore Doug Collins into office as the 12th Secretary of Veterans Affairs.
  • What is Doug Collins' current position and when did he assume office?: Doug Collins is currently serving as the 12th United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs, having assumed office on February 5, 2025.
  • What was the Senate confirmation vote count for Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs?: The United States Senate confirmed Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs by a vote of 77-23 on February 4, 2025.

On March 5, 2025, Doug Collins announced the termination of 72,000 jobs, representing 15% of the VA's workforce.

Answer: True

The source materials state that on March 5, 2025, Doug Collins announced the termination of 72,000 jobs, which represented 15% of the VA's workforce.

Related Concepts:

  • Which employees were stated to be unaffected by the planned job cuts at the VA?: Doug Collins stated that healthcare and other critical workers within the Department of Veterans Affairs would not be affected by the planned layoffs.
  • What significant announcement did Collins make regarding job cuts at the Department of Veterans Affairs?: On March 5, 2025, Doug Collins announced that 72,000 jobs, representing 15% of the department's employees nationwide, would be terminated.
  • What is Doug Collins' current position and when did he assume office?: Doug Collins is currently serving as the 12th United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs, having assumed office on February 5, 2025.

Doug Collins stated that administrative and support staff would be unaffected by the planned job cuts at the VA.

Answer: False

The source materials indicate that Doug Collins stated that healthcare and other critical workers would be unaffected by the planned job cuts, implying administrative and support staff might be affected.

Related Concepts:

  • Which employees were stated to be unaffected by the planned job cuts at the VA?: Doug Collins stated that healthcare and other critical workers within the Department of Veterans Affairs would not be affected by the planned layoffs.
  • What were Doug Collins' previous significant political roles?: Before becoming Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Doug Collins served as the U.S. representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district from 2013 to 2021 and in the Georgia House of Representatives from 2007 to 2013.

Doug Collins served as the 'designated survivor' during President Trump's address to Congress in March 2025.

Answer: True

The provided information confirms that Doug Collins served as the 'designated survivor' during President Trump's address to a joint session of Congress on March 4, 2025.

Related Concepts:

  • What role did Doug Collins serve during President Trump's address to Congress in March 2025?: Doug Collins served as the 'designated survivor' during President Trump's address to a joint session of Congress on March 4, 2025.
  • What leadership roles did Doug Collins hold within the House Republican Conference?: Doug Collins served as the Vice Chair of the House Republican Conference from January 3, 2017, to January 3, 2019.

What is Doug Collins' current position?

Answer: 12th United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs

Doug Collins currently serves as the 12th United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

Related Concepts:

  • What is Doug Collins' current position and when did he assume office?: Doug Collins is currently serving as the 12th United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs, having assumed office on February 5, 2025.
  • What degrees has Doug Collins earned and from which institutions?: Doug Collins earned a Bachelor of Arts in political science and criminal law from the University of North Georgia, a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, and a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School.
  • When and where was Doug Collins born?: Doug Collins was born on August 16, 1966, in Gainesville, Georgia.

When did Doug Collins assume office as Secretary of Veterans Affairs?

Answer: February 5, 2025

Doug Collins assumed office as Secretary of Veterans Affairs on February 5, 2025.

Related Concepts:

  • What is Doug Collins' current position and when did he assume office?: Doug Collins is currently serving as the 12th United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs, having assumed office on February 5, 2025.
  • What were Doug Collins' previous significant political roles?: Before becoming Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Doug Collins served as the U.S. representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district from 2013 to 2021 and in the Georgia House of Representatives from 2007 to 2013.
  • What was the Senate confirmation vote count for Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs?: The United States Senate confirmed Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs by a vote of 77-23 on February 4, 2025.

Who swore Doug Collins into office as Secretary of Veterans Affairs?

Answer: Justice Clarence Thomas

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas swore Doug Collins into office as Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

Related Concepts:

  • Who administered the oath of office to Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs?: U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas swore Doug Collins into office as the 12th Secretary of Veterans Affairs.
  • What were Doug Collins' previous significant political roles?: Before becoming Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Doug Collins served as the U.S. representative for Georgia's 9th congressional district from 2013 to 2021 and in the Georgia House of Representatives from 2007 to 2013.
  • What is Doug Collins' current position and when did he assume office?: Doug Collins is currently serving as the 12th United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs, having assumed office on February 5, 2025.

What significant announcement did Doug Collins make on March 5, 2025, regarding the Department of Veterans Affairs?

Answer: The termination of 72,000 jobs

On March 5, 2025, Doug Collins announced the termination of 72,000 jobs at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the Senate confirmation vote count for Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs?: The United States Senate confirmed Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs by a vote of 77-23 on February 4, 2025.
  • What is Doug Collins' current position and when did he assume office?: Doug Collins is currently serving as the 12th United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs, having assumed office on February 5, 2025.
  • When was Doug Collins nominated to be the U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs?: President-elect Donald Trump announced his intention to nominate Doug Collins as the U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs on November 14, 2024.

Which group of employees was stated to be unaffected by the planned job cuts at the VA?

Answer: Healthcare workers

Doug Collins stated that healthcare workers would be unaffected by the planned job cuts at the VA.

Related Concepts:

  • Which employees were stated to be unaffected by the planned job cuts at the VA?: Doug Collins stated that healthcare and other critical workers within the Department of Veterans Affairs would not be affected by the planned layoffs.

What role did Doug Collins serve during President Trump's address to Congress in March 2025?

Answer: Designated Survivor

Doug Collins served as the 'designated survivor' during President Trump's address to Congress in March 2025.

Related Concepts:

  • What role did Doug Collins serve during President Trump's address to Congress in March 2025?: Doug Collins served as the 'designated survivor' during President Trump's address to a joint session of Congress on March 4, 2025.
  • What leadership roles did Doug Collins hold within the House Republican Conference?: Doug Collins served as the Vice Chair of the House Republican Conference from January 3, 2017, to January 3, 2019.

Political and Social Stances

Doug Collins is affiliated with the Democratic Party.

Answer: False

The source materials consistently identify Doug Collins as a member of the Republican Party.

Related Concepts:

  • What is Doug Collins' political party affiliation?: Doug Collins is a member of the Republican Party.
  • What was Doug Collins' position on the Equality Act?: Doug Collins opposes the Equality Act, which aims to ban discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, and he voted against the bill in 2019.

Doug Collins authored a book titled 'The Clock and the Calendar: A Front-Row Look at the Democrats' Obsession with Donald Trump', published in 2021.

Answer: True

The provided information confirms that Doug Collins authored the book 'The Clock and the Calendar: A Front-Row Look at the Democrats' Obsession with Donald Trump', published in 2021.

Related Concepts:

  • What book did Doug Collins author, and what is its publication year?: Doug Collins authored the book 'The Clock and the Calendar: A Front-Row Look at the Democrats' Obsession with Donald Trump', which was published in 2021.
  • What is Doug Collins' political party affiliation?: Doug Collins is a member of the Republican Party.

Doug Collins signed a pledge in 2012 to oppose any global warming legislation that would decrease taxes.

Answer: False

The source materials state that Doug Collins signed a pledge in 2012 to oppose any global warming legislation that would *increase* taxes.

Related Concepts:

  • What was Doug Collins' pledge regarding global warming legislation?: In 2012, Doug Collins signed a pledge sponsored by Americans for Prosperity, promising to vote against any global warming-related legislation that would increase taxes.
  • What was Doug Collins' stance on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017?: Doug Collins voted in favor of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, stating it would encourage job creation and strengthen the economy, making the IRS 'less ravenous' and putting more money into families' hands.
  • What is Doug Collins' political party affiliation?: Doug Collins is a member of the Republican Party.

Doug Collins supports abortion rights and praised Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's stance on the issue.

Answer: False

The source materials indicate that Doug Collins opposes abortion and criticized Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's stance on the issue.

Related Concepts:

  • What is Doug Collins' stance on abortion?: Doug Collins opposes abortion and, following the death of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, tweeted that her defense of pro-abortion laws resulted in the deaths of millions of unborn children.
  • What was Doug Collins' position on the Equality Act?: Doug Collins opposes the Equality Act, which aims to ban discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, and he voted against the bill in 2019.
  • What was Doug Collins' stance on same-sex marriage?: Doug Collins opposes same-sex marriage and stated in 2015 that he strongly supported a constitutional amendment defining marriage between one man and one woman.

Doug Collins views the Affordable Care Act (ACA) favorably, calling it a success.

Answer: False

The source materials state that Doug Collins opposes the Affordable Care Act (ACA), referring to it as an 'experiment that has continued to fail America'.

Related Concepts:

  • What is Doug Collins' position on the Affordable Care Act (ACA)?: Doug Collins opposes the Affordable Care Act, referring to it as an 'experiment that has continued to fail America' and 'costly for my neighbors'.
  • What was Doug Collins' stance on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017?: Doug Collins voted in favor of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, stating it would encourage job creation and strengthen the economy, making the IRS 'less ravenous' and putting more money into families' hands.
  • What is Doug Collins' political party affiliation?: Doug Collins is a member of the Republican Party.

Doug Collins was described as an 'ardent Trump ally' and defended him during the impeachment inquiry.

Answer: True

The provided information confirms that Doug Collins was described as an 'ardent Trump ally' and defended President Trump during his impeachment inquiry.

Related Concepts:

  • What was Doug Collins' role in the impeachment inquiry against Donald Trump?: During the impeachment inquiry against Donald Trump, Doug Collins served as a defense counsel, describing the hearings as a 'sham'.
  • What book did Doug Collins author, and what is its publication year?: Doug Collins authored the book 'The Clock and the Calendar: A Front-Row Look at the Democrats' Obsession with Donald Trump', which was published in 2021.

Doug Collins supports same-sex marriage and believes it should be defined by individual states.

Answer: False

The source materials indicate that Doug Collins opposes same-sex marriage and previously supported a constitutional amendment defining marriage between one man and one woman.

Related Concepts:

  • What was Doug Collins' stance on same-sex marriage?: Doug Collins opposes same-sex marriage and stated in 2015 that he strongly supported a constitutional amendment defining marriage between one man and one woman.
  • What was Doug Collins' position on the Equality Act?: Doug Collins opposes the Equality Act, which aims to ban discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, and he voted against the bill in 2019.
  • What is Doug Collins' stance on abortion?: Doug Collins opposes abortion and, following the death of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, tweeted that her defense of pro-abortion laws resulted in the deaths of millions of unborn children.

Doug Collins voted against the Equality Act in 2019.

Answer: True

The provided information confirms that Doug Collins voted against the Equality Act in 2019.

Related Concepts:

  • What was Doug Collins' position on the Equality Act?: Doug Collins opposes the Equality Act, which aims to ban discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, and he voted against the bill in 2019.
  • What was Doug Collins' stance on same-sex marriage?: Doug Collins opposes same-sex marriage and stated in 2015 that he strongly supported a constitutional amendment defining marriage between one man and one woman.
  • What action did Doug Collins take regarding the amicus brief in support of Texas v. Pennsylvania?: In December 2020, Doug Collins was one of 126 Republican members of the House of Representatives who signed an amicus brief supporting Texas v. Pennsylvania, a lawsuit challenging the results of the 2020 presidential election.

In January 2020, Doug Collins claimed Democrats were 'in love with terrorists' and mourned Qasem Soleimani more than Gold Star families.

Answer: True

The source materials confirm that in January 2020, Doug Collins made the statement that Democrats were 'in love with terrorists' and mourned Qasem Soleimani more than Gold Star families.

Related Concepts:

  • What controversial statement did Doug Collins make regarding Democrats and terrorists in January 2020?: In January 2020, following the killing of Qasem Soleimani, Collins claimed on Lou Dobbs Tonight that Democrats were 'in love with terrorists' and mourned Soleimani more than Gold Star families.
  • Did Doug Collins apologize for his remarks about Democrats and terrorists?: Yes, after initially defending his claims, Doug Collins apologized on Twitter, stating, 'Let me be clear: I do not believe Democrats are in love with terrorists, and I apologize for what I said earlier this week.'

Senator Tammy Duckworth, a veteran, strongly agreed with Collins' controversial statement about Democrats and terrorists.

Answer: False

The source materials indicate that Senator Tammy Duckworth, a veteran, responded critically to Collins' statement, not agreed with it.

Related Concepts:

  • How did Senator Tammy Duckworth respond to Doug Collins' controversial statement about Democrats and terrorists?: Senator Tammy Duckworth, an Iraq War veteran, responded to Collins' statement by saying, 'I left parts of my body behind fighting terrorists in Iraq. I don't need to justify myself to anyone.'
  • What controversial statement did Doug Collins make regarding Democrats and terrorists in January 2020?: In January 2020, following the killing of Qasem Soleimani, Collins claimed on Lou Dobbs Tonight that Democrats were 'in love with terrorists' and mourned Soleimani more than Gold Star families.
  • Did Doug Collins apologize for his remarks about Democrats and terrorists?: Yes, after initially defending his claims, Doug Collins apologized on Twitter, stating, 'Let me be clear: I do not believe Democrats are in love with terrorists, and I apologize for what I said earlier this week.'

Doug Collins initially refused to apologize for his remarks about Democrats and terrorists.

Answer: True

The provided information states that Doug Collins initially defended his remarks about Democrats and terrorists before eventually issuing an apology.

Related Concepts:

  • Did Doug Collins apologize for his remarks about Democrats and terrorists?: Yes, after initially defending his claims, Doug Collins apologized on Twitter, stating, 'Let me be clear: I do not believe Democrats are in love with terrorists, and I apologize for what I said earlier this week.'
  • What controversial statement did Doug Collins make regarding Democrats and terrorists in January 2020?: In January 2020, following the killing of Qasem Soleimani, Collins claimed on Lou Dobbs Tonight that Democrats were 'in love with terrorists' and mourned Soleimani more than Gold Star families.

Doug Collins voted against the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, arguing it would harm families.

Answer: False

The source materials indicate that Doug Collins voted *in favor* of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, arguing it would benefit families and the economy.

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  • What was Doug Collins' stance on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017?: Doug Collins voted in favor of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, stating it would encourage job creation and strengthen the economy, making the IRS 'less ravenous' and putting more money into families' hands.
  • What was Doug Collins' position on the Equality Act?: Doug Collins opposes the Equality Act, which aims to ban discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, and he voted against the bill in 2019.
  • What is Doug Collins' political party affiliation?: Doug Collins is a member of the Republican Party.

What is Doug Collins' political party affiliation?

Answer: Republican Party

Doug Collins is affiliated with the Republican Party.

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  • What is Doug Collins' political party affiliation?: Doug Collins is a member of the Republican Party.
  • What was Doug Collins' stance on same-sex marriage?: Doug Collins opposes same-sex marriage and stated in 2015 that he strongly supported a constitutional amendment defining marriage between one man and one woman.
  • What was Doug Collins' position on the Equality Act?: Doug Collins opposes the Equality Act, which aims to ban discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, and he voted against the bill in 2019.

What pledge did Doug Collins sign in 2012 related to environmental legislation?

Answer: To vote against any global warming legislation increasing taxes

In 2012, Doug Collins signed a pledge to vote against any global warming legislation that would increase taxes.

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  • What was Doug Collins' pledge regarding global warming legislation?: In 2012, Doug Collins signed a pledge sponsored by Americans for Prosperity, promising to vote against any global warming-related legislation that would increase taxes.
  • What is Doug Collins' political party affiliation?: Doug Collins is a member of the Republican Party.
  • For how many terms did Doug Collins serve in the Georgia House of Representatives, and which district did he represent?: Doug Collins served three terms in the Georgia House of Representatives, representing the 27th district from 2007 to 2013.

What is Doug Collins' stance on the Affordable Care Act (ACA)?

Answer: He opposes it, calling it a failed experiment.

Doug Collins opposes the Affordable Care Act (ACA), characterizing it as a failed experiment.

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  • What is Doug Collins' position on the Affordable Care Act (ACA)?: Doug Collins opposes the Affordable Care Act, referring to it as an 'experiment that has continued to fail America' and 'costly for my neighbors'.
  • What was Doug Collins' stance on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017?: Doug Collins voted in favor of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, stating it would encourage job creation and strengthen the economy, making the IRS 'less ravenous' and putting more money into families' hands.
  • What is Doug Collins' political party affiliation?: Doug Collins is a member of the Republican Party.

How did Doug Collins describe his support for President Donald Trump during the impeachment inquiry?

Answer: As an ardent ally who defended Trump

During the impeachment inquiry, Doug Collins described his support for President Donald Trump as that of an 'ardent ally' and defended him.

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  • What was Doug Collins' role in the impeachment inquiry against Donald Trump?: During the impeachment inquiry against Donald Trump, Doug Collins served as a defense counsel, describing the hearings as a 'sham'.
  • What is Doug Collins' political party affiliation?: Doug Collins is a member of the Republican Party.

What was Doug Collins' position on same-sex marriage?

Answer: He opposes same-sex marriage.

Doug Collins opposes same-sex marriage.

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  • What was Doug Collins' stance on same-sex marriage?: Doug Collins opposes same-sex marriage and stated in 2015 that he strongly supported a constitutional amendment defining marriage between one man and one woman.
  • What was Doug Collins' position on the Equality Act?: Doug Collins opposes the Equality Act, which aims to ban discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, and he voted against the bill in 2019.
  • What is Doug Collins' stance on abortion?: Doug Collins opposes abortion and, following the death of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, tweeted that her defense of pro-abortion laws resulted in the deaths of millions of unborn children.

What controversial statement did Doug Collins make in January 2020 regarding Democrats?

Answer: That Democrats were 'in love with terrorists'.

In January 2020, Doug Collins made the controversial statement that Democrats were 'in love with terrorists'.

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  • What is Doug Collins' political party affiliation?: Doug Collins is a member of the Republican Party.
  • Did Doug Collins apologize for his remarks about Democrats and terrorists?: Yes, after initially defending his claims, Doug Collins apologized on Twitter, stating, 'Let me be clear: I do not believe Democrats are in love with terrorists, and I apologize for what I said earlier this week.'

Personal Life and Religious Affiliation

Doug Collins married Lisa Jordan in 1988, and she is a retired elementary school teacher.

Answer: True

The source materials confirm that Doug Collins married Lisa Jordan in 1988 and that she is a retired elementary school teacher.

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  • When did Doug Collins marry Lisa Jordan, and what is her profession?: Doug Collins married Lisa Jordan in 1988. She is a retired fifth-grade teacher from Gainesville, Georgia.

Doug Collins and his wife have three children, none of whom have special needs.

Answer: False

The source materials state that Doug Collins and his wife have three children, one of whom has spina bifida, indicating that at least one child has special needs.

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  • Does Doug Collins' family have any children with special needs?: Yes, the article mentions that Doug and Lisa Collins have three children, one of whom has spina bifida.
  • When did Doug Collins marry Lisa Jordan, and what is her profession?: Doug Collins married Lisa Jordan in 1988. She is a retired fifth-grade teacher from Gainesville, Georgia.
  • What is Doug Collins' religious affiliation?: Doug Collins is a practicing Southern Baptist and attends Lakewood Baptist Church.

Doug Collins identifies as a practicing Roman Catholic.

Answer: False

The source materials indicate that Doug Collins is a practicing Southern Baptist and attends Lakewood Baptist Church, not Roman Catholic.

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  • What is Doug Collins' religious affiliation?: Doug Collins is a practicing Southern Baptist and attends Lakewood Baptist Church.
  • What is Doug Collins' stance on abortion?: Doug Collins opposes abortion and, following the death of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, tweeted that her defense of pro-abortion laws resulted in the deaths of millions of unborn children.
  • What was Doug Collins' stance on same-sex marriage?: Doug Collins opposes same-sex marriage and stated in 2015 that he strongly supported a constitutional amendment defining marriage between one man and one woman.

What is Doug Collins' religious affiliation?

Answer: Southern Baptist

Doug Collins identifies as a practicing Southern Baptist.

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  • What is Doug Collins' religious affiliation?: Doug Collins is a practicing Southern Baptist and attends Lakewood Baptist Church.
  • In which U.S. military branch did Doug Collins initially serve, and in what capacity?: Doug Collins initially served in the United States Navy for two years in the late 1980s as a navy chaplain.
  • What degrees has Doug Collins earned and from which institutions?: Doug Collins earned a Bachelor of Arts in political science and criminal law from the University of North Georgia, a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, and a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School.

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