Georgia Republican Convention Highlights Potential Candidates for Governor and Senate in 2026
The Georgia Republican Convention in Dalton featured prominent figures like Steve Bannon and U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene discussing the party's future. While Bannon urged activists to focus on supporting President Trump, talk of the 2026 races for governor and Senate was already buzzing among attendees. Greene hinted at a potential run for governor, outlining key state-level issues like abolishing the state income tax and revamping economic incentives. Lt. Gov. Burt Jones is also expected to announce a bid for governor, emphasizing his loyalty to Trump and hinting at a possible challenge to state Attorney General Chris Carr, who is already in the race. The convention attendees were united in their goal to defeat Democratic incumbent Jon Ossoff in the upcoming elections, with various candidates vowing to support Trump's agenda in the Senate. U.S. Rep. Mike Collins also expressed interest in running for Senate in 2026, emphasizing the need to replace Ossoff with a conservative candidate. The race for governor and Senate in Georgia is heating up, with potential candidates gearing up for a competitive election cycle.