Georgia Republicans head to runoff in secretary of state race defined by 2020 election claims
Vernon Jones and Tim Fleming are set to face off in a runoff for Georgia's secretary of state position after neither secured a majority in the Republican primary. The race has been influenced by ongoing disputes related to the 2020 presidential election. The winner will advance to the general election in November, where election oversight remains a critical issue in Georgia.
- ▪Vernon Jones and Tim Fleming are heading to a runoff after neither claimed at least 50% of the vote in Georgia’s Republican primary for secretary of state.
- ▪The race highlights how disputes from the 2020 presidential election continue to shape discussions on voting laws and election security.
- ▪The runoff is scheduled for June 16, with the winner advancing to the general election in November.
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Midterm Elections Georgia Republicans head to runoff in secretary of state race defined by 2020 election claims Brad Raffensperger, who rejected efforts to overturn 2020 results, is leaving the post to run for governor By Amanda Macias Fox News Published May 20, 2026 2:33am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video High stakes in Georgia primaries for Senate and governor Fox News correspondent Madison Scarpino reports on Georgia's crucial primaries on 'Special Report.' NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Vernon Jones and Tim Fleming are heading to a runoff after neither claimed at least 50% of the vote in Georgia’s Republican primary for secretary of state on Tuesday.
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