Mike Collins Expected to Join 2026 Senate Race

Georgia Congressman Mike Collins is expected to announce his candidacy for the U.S. Senate in the 2026 election, aiming to challenge Democratic incumbent Jon Ossoff. Collins, positioning himself as a MAGA-aligned candidate with strong ties to former President Trump, joins a crowded Republican primary that includes Rep. Buddy Carter and Insurance Commissioner John King. The GOP field remains unsettled following Governor Brian Kemp's decision not to run, with candidates vying for support from both Trump loyalists and mainstream conservatives. Ossoff maintains a significant financial advantage, having raised over $10 million in the most recent quarter. Collins' reputation as a political brawler and his provocative social media presence have provoked criticism from both Democrats and some Republicans. The race is expected to be highly competitive, with Republicans seeking to flip the seat and Ossoff hoping to make the contest a referendum on Trump.