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Live Results: Georgia Senate midterm election

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In short

Jon Ossoff enters the race attempting to secure a second term after originally claiming his Senate seat during a 2021 runoff election. His challenger, Representative Mike Collins, advanced to the general election after overcoming Governor Brian Kemp's preferred pick, Derek Dooley, in a June primary runoff. Backed by Donald Trump's endorsement, Collins has built his campaign against Ossoff around the core issues of immigration and border security.

Key points

  • Jon Ossoff is the only Senate Democrat running for reelection in a state won by Donald Tr…: Jon Ossoff is the only Senate Democrat running for reelection in a state won by Donald Trump in 2024.
  • Mike Collins secured the Republican nomination after winning a runoff against the governo…: Mike Collins secured the Republican nomination after winning a runoff against the governor's preferred candidate.
  • The Republican challenger has concentrated his general election strategy on immigration a…: The Republican challenger has concentrated his general election strategy on immigration and border security.

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Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/live-results-georgia-senate-midterm-election Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Live Results: Georgia Senate midterm election Politics Nov 3, 2026 5:00 AM EST WATCH LIVE: Election night 2026 PBS News special coverage Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff, elected in a 2021 runoff, is the only Democratic senator seeking reelection in a state that President Donald Trump won in 2024. Stand with free and independent journalism. Join Press Pass from PBS News His Republican challenger, Rep. Mike Collins, beat Gov. Brian Kemp's preferred candidate, Derek Dooley, in a June runoff after Trump endorsed him. Collins has made immigration and border security his central issue. -- Matt Loffman A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now

WATCH LIVE: Election night 2026 PBS News special coverage Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff, elected in a 2021 runoff, is the only Democratic senator seeking reelection in a state that President Donald Trump won in 2024. Stand with free and independent journalism. Join Press Pass from PBS News His…

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