Georgia primary could be the starting gun for Democratic and Republican runoffs
Georgia is gearing up for a significant primary election that could determine nominees for key races. Republican candidates are vying to challenge Democratic U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff, while a high-stakes gubernatorial race features healthcare billionaire Rick Jackson. Democratic voters are also selecting candidates to contest for the governor's office, with the possibility of runoffs if no candidate secures a majority.
- ▪Republicans are looking for a challenger to Democratic U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff in the upcoming primary.
- ▪Healthcare billionaire Rick Jackson has spent more than any other primary candidate in Georgia history for the governor's race.
- ▪Democratic candidates are competing to win the governor's office for the first time since 1998.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onGeorgia primary could be the starting gun for Democratic and Republican runoffsGeorgia voters are set to settle nominees for three high profile racesByJEFF AMY Associated Press and BILL BARROW Associated PressMay 19, 2026, 7:13 AM1:28Democratic gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms, arrives to vote early in the Georgia Primary Election, Thursday, May 7, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)The Associated PressATLANTA -- Georgia is preparing for a blockbuster primary on Tuesday as Republicans look for a challenger to Democratic U.S. Sen.
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