Greene, Others Weigh 2026 Georgia Races

After Governor Brian Kemp announced he will not run for Senate in 2026, Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has expressed confidence in her chances for either the Senate or Governor's race but has not committed to running. Republican leaders recognize Greene's strong primary appeal among Trump-aligned voters but worry her controversial statements could hurt her in a statewide general election, drawing comparisons to Herschel Walker's unsuccessful 2022 Senate campaign. Other potential GOP candidates include Congressmen Buddy Carter, Mike Collins, and Rich McCormick. Meanwhile, Democrats are making healthcare a central issue for the 2026 campaign. Polls indicate Kemp was the strongest potential GOP challenger to Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff. The Georgia Republican field remains unsettled as both parties prepare for competitive races.