Georgia Insurance Commissioner John King Enters 2026 Senate Race

Georgia Insurance Commissioner John King has officially entered the 2026 U.S. Senate race as a Republican candidate aiming to unseat incumbent Democrat Jon Ossoff. King, the first Hispanic elected to statewide office in Georgia, highlights his military background as a former Army Major General and his law enforcement experience, including service on the U.S.-Mexico border during the Trump administration. He positions himself as a unifying figure within the GOP, seeking to bridge traditional Republicans and pro-Trump voters in the state. King's campaign launched following Gov. Brian Kemp's decision not to run, with King emphasizing his frontline service and conservative values to contrast with Ossoff. Despite his statewide election success, King faces challenges with national name recognition and fundraising compared to Ossoff, who is noted for strong fundraising performance. Additionally, Georgia climate scientists predict another busy hurricane season this year, with 17 named storms expected, slightly fewer than last year, driven by warm ocean temperatures that fuel storm development.