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Georgia's King Challenges Ossoff in 2026 Senate Race

5/13/2025

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Georgia Insurance Commissioner John King is stepping into the Republican primary to take on Democratic U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff in 2026. With a robust background as a major general and police chief, King aims to leverage his experience, but he faces an uphill battle in fundraising against Ossoff, known for his strong financial support.

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Georgia Insurance Commissioner John King is stepping into the Republican primary to take on Democratic U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff in 2026. With a robust background as a major general and police chief, King aims to leverage his experience, but he faces an uphill battle in fundraising against Ossoff, known for his strong financial support.