2026 Georgia Governor Race
Georgia's open gubernatorial race as Brian Kemp reaches his term limit, launching a wide-open contest in the nation's premier swing state.
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.
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.
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