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Kennedy Resigns Senate Seat for Lieutenant Governor Campaign

12/10/2025

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John F. Kennedy resigns from the Georgia State Senate effective immediately to concentrate on his campaign for lieutenant governor and raise funds.
He has served in the Georgia Senate since 2014 and held leadership roles representing the 18th District.
He joins a competitive Republican field as current lieutenant governor Burt Jones runs for governor.
A special election will be called to fill Kennedy's Senate seat.

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John F. Kennedy resigns from the Georgia State Senate effective immediately to concentrate on his campaign for lieutenant governor and raise funds.
He has served in the Georgia Senate since 2014 and held leadership roles representing the 18th District.
He joins a competitive Republican field as current lieutenant governor Burt Jones runs for governor.
A special election will be called to fill Kennedy's Senate seat.