Georgia's Republican primary is heating up, with healthcare executive Rick Jackson surging ahead of Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones in the first 20% of ballots counted. Jones, who has the backing of former President Donald Trump, was expected to be the party's candidate for governor in November, but a significant gap of nearly 20 points (59.4% to 40.6%) has left his campaign in a precarious position. The massive spending of over $100 million by Jackson's campaign appears to be paying off, casting doubt on Jones' ability to mount a comeback. The outcome of this primary will have significant implications for Georgia's gubernatorial election in November, where the winner will face off against the Democratic candidate.
Voters have also been casting ballots in Alabama and Washington DC, where for the first time in over 10 years, the city will elect a new mayor in NovemberWith the first 20% of the ballots counted in the Republican primary in Georgia to be the party’s candidate for governor in November, the Trump-endorsed candidate, Georgia’s lieutenant governor, Burt Jones, trails healthcare executive Rick Jackson by nearly 20 points: 59.4% to 40.6%.Jackson has spent over $100m on his campaign. Continue reading...
