Governor Race 📅 November 3, 2026

Governor — Georgia

Georgia's open gubernatorial race as Brian Kemp reaches his term limit, launching a wide-open contest in the nation's premier swing state.

Candidates (2)
Burt Jones Republican Age 44

Burt Jones has served as Georgia's Lieutenant Governor since 2023, winning with Donald Trump's backing. A businessman from Jackson, Georgia and former state senator, he is considered the frontrunner for the Republican gubernatorial nomination, having built strong relationships across Georgia's Republican electorate.

Economic growthBorder securitySecond AmendmentEducation reform
Stacey Abrams Democrat Age 53

Stacey Abrams has run for Governor of Georgia twice — narrowly losing in 2018 (by 1.4 points) and 2022 (by 7.5 points). The founder of Fair Fight Action, she is credited with transforming Georgia's electoral landscape through voter registration and mobilization. A lawyer, author, and former House Minority Leader, she is preparing for a third gubernatorial bid.

Voting rightsMedicaid expansionAffordable housingEconomic equity

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