Rep. Mike Collins Launches 2026 Senate Bid

Rep. Mike Collins, a Trump ally and second-term congressman representing Georgia's 10th District, has officially announced his 2026 U.S. Senate campaign to challenge Democratic incumbent Jon Ossoff. Collins is running on his trucking business experience, legislative work on the Laken Riley Act, and alignment with Trump's 'America First' agenda. The Republican primary is expected to be competitive, with Rep. Buddy Carter and likely candidate Derek Dooley, who has Governor Brian Kemp's endorsement, also in the race. Insurance Commissioner John King suspended his campaign after Kemp endorsed Dooley. The contest is considered one of the GOP's top pickup opportunities for 2026, and Ossoff is preparing for a tough reelection by building a significant campaign war chest. Democrats have labeled Collins as a MAGA extremist, signaling a highly contentious battle for the Senate seat.