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Georgia Special Election: 20+ Candidates Vie for Greene's Seat

1/8/2026

Summary

Story summary

The March 10, 2026 special election to replace Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) will determine who serves the remainder of her term and faces re-election in November.
More than 20 candidates have filed, including Republicans and a retired Democratic general.
Republican leaders predict a defense of their seats.
Georgia Democratic Party Chair Charlie Bailey expressed optimism.
Early voting begins February 16, 2026, with a potential runoff on April 7, 2026.

History

Historical Context

The 2014 U.S. House elections marked a significant shift in political power, with the Republican Party gaining 13 seats for a total of 247, their largest majority since 1928. This midterm election, held during President Barack Obama's second term, was characterized by low voter turnout at 36.4% and rising political polarization, setting the stage for future electoral contests, including a special election in Georgia.

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Story summary

The March 10, 2026 special election to replace Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) will determine who serves the remainder of her term and faces re-election in November.
More than 20 candidates have filed, including Republicans and a retired Democratic general.
Republican leaders predict a defense of their seats.
Georgia Democratic Party Chair Charlie Bailey expressed optimism.
Early voting begins February 16, 2026, with a potential runoff on April 7, 2026.

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