Number: RS21685 Title: Coup in Georgia (Republic): Recent Developments and Implications Authors: Jim Nichol. Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division Abstract: This report examines the ouster of Georgias President Eduard Shevardnadnze in the wake of a legislative election that many Georgians viewed as not free and fair. Implications for Georgia and U.S. interests are discussed. Pages: 6 Date: Updated December 4, 2003