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Georgia Republican Burt Jones enters the 2026 governor's race by lending himself $10 million
Georgia Republican Burt Jones made his long-telegraphed entry into the 2026 governor's race on Tuesday, touting his ties with President Donald Trump and pledging to eliminate Georgia's state income tax in a campaign video.
Lt. Gov. Burt Jones announces plans to run for Governor of Georgia
Jones says he will eliminate state income tax and end fentanyl overdoses in Georgia. Democrats accuse his failed leadership for other issues.
Lt. Gov. Burt Jones officially launches bid for Georgia governor, shifting 2026 into higher gear
The lieutenant governor of Georgia, Burt Jones, is hoping to make his title easier to spell next year with a run for governor.
Trump ally Burt Jones announces campaign for Georgia governor
Jones’s long-awaited entrance into the race makes him the second Republican to launch a campaign to succeed Gov. Brian Kemp after state Attorney General Chris Carr.
Lt. Gov. Burt Jones announces long-anticipated bid for governor
Ending months of speculation about his future political plans, Lt. Gov. Burt Jones announced Tuesday his campaign to become Georgia’s next governor. Jones - who has only served one term as lieutenant governor - had long been rumored to be considering a bid to become the state’s 84th chief executive in the wake of Gov.
SCOOP: Rep. Mike Collins teases Georgia Senate bid
Georgia Rep. Mike Collins is contemplating a challenge to Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in the 2026 Senate race, joining fellow ...
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Early voting begins for low-turnout Georgia Public Service Commission runoff
Early voting for the Georgia Public Service Commission Democratic primary runoff is underway for one week until July 11. Some counties closed precincts because of low turnout.
Republican Chris Carr raises $1.25M more for 2026 Georgia governor bid
Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr says he raised $1.25 million for his 2026 gubernatorial campaign from February 1 to June ...
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Forsyth County announces polling location for PSC primary runoff
The Forsyth County Government issued a statement Monday, saying the polling place for that July 15 runoff in the county will ...
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Georgia election chief: review finds discrepancy within margin of error
A hand count of ballots in a primary election race for the Georgia Public Service Commission found a discrepancy, but Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger determined it was ...
Georgia appeals court upholds ruling saying election officials must certify results
A Georgia appeals court has upheld a ruling requiring county election officials to certify results by legal deadlines. The ...
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Early voting begins in statewide runoff for Georgia Public Service Commission seat
The District 3 seat is elected statewide, meaning all registered Georgia voters can participate in the runoff.