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Georgia GOP Lacks Viable Challenger to Ossoff, Raises Fund Concerns

5/19/2026

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Georgia Republicans say they have no primary contender who can defeat Sen. Jon Ossoff, warning that a contested primary would be costly.
Rep. Mike Collins (R-Ga.), Rep. Buddy Carter (R-Ga.) and former coach Derek Dooley, none of whom have won a statewide election, will challenge Ossoff in November 2026, creating fundraising concerns.
Democrats need at least four Senate seats for a majority, making the Ossoff race a national focal point.

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Story summary

Georgia Republicans say they have no primary contender who can defeat Sen. Jon Ossoff, warning that a contested primary would be costly.
Rep. Mike Collins (R-Ga.), Rep. Buddy Carter (R-Ga.) and former coach Derek Dooley, none of whom have won a statewide election, will challenge Ossoff in November 2026, creating fundraising concerns.
Democrats need at least four Senate seats for a majority, making the Ossoff race a national focal point.