US EditionGeorgia Democrat Jason Esteves says he’s running for governor in 2026
- Georgia Democrat Jason Esteves announced that he is running for governor in 2026, entering a competitive field after two potential candidates backed away from a run.
- In his announcement video, Esteves stated he opposes Republican President Donald Trump and aims to lower living costs, expand health care, and restore abortion rights.
- Esteves emphasized making Georgia the best place to work, start a business, and raise a family in his campaign.
- Georgia has not had a Democratic governor for over 20 years, highlighting the significance of Esteves' candidacy.
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Jockeying for races for Georgia governor, US Senate races heats up • Georgia Recorder
Sen. Jason Esteves, an Atlanta Democrat, announced a run for governor Monday. Ross Williams/Georgia RecorderThe 2026 race for Georgia governor is shaping up with candidates from both parties now entering the race. Gov. Brian Kemp cannot run for a third term, leaving the keys to the governor’s mansion up for grabs. Meet the declared candidates Sen. Jason Esteves. Ross Williams/Georgia Recorder Democratic Atlanta Sen. Jason Esteves announced his c…
Jackson Progress-Argus
Jockeying for races for Georgia governor, US Senate races heats up
The 2026 race for Georgia governor is shaping up with candidates from both parties now entering the race. Gov. Brian Kemp cannot run for a third term, leaving the keys to the governor’s mansion up for grabs. Democratic Atlanta Sen.…
Georgia State Senator Jason Esteves announces he'll run for Governor; vows to fight 'Trump's reckless agenda'
Monday morning, Georgia State Senator Jason Esteves became the first Democrat to formally enter the Georgia Governor’s race. Esteves was elected to represent the Senate’s 35th District in 2022 after serving as a board member of Atlanta Public Schools. “I’m running for Governor to make Georgia the number one place to work, start a business, and raise a family. As extreme politicians in Georgia push Trump’s reckless agenda and rig the system for s…
Colorado Springs Gazette
Denver GazetteGeorgia state Democrat jumps into governor race by slamming Trump
Georgia state Sen. Jason Esteves (D) announced Monday that he will run for governor in the 2026 midterm election. He is the first Democrat to enter the 2026 race, which won’t have an incumbent candidate because Gov. Brian Kemp (R-GA)…
Georgia state Democrat jumps into governor race by slamming Trump - Washington Examiner
Georgia state Sen. Jason Esteves (D) announced Monday that he will run for governor in the 2026 midterm election. He is the first Democrat to enter the 2026 race, which won’t have an incumbent candidate because Gov. Brian Kemp (R-GA) is term-limited. Esteves pointed to Republicans in Georgia and President Donald Trump’s agenda as part of his reason for entering the race. “As extreme politicians in Georgia push Trump’s reckless agenda and rig the…
Washington Top News
Georgia Democrat Jason Esteves says he’s running for governor in 2026
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Democrat Jason Esteves announced on Monday that he’s running for governor in 2026, entering a field that remains murky for his party after two top potential candidates backed away from a run. The 41-year-old state senator, also a lawyer and business owner, remains largely unknown outside his state Senate district, which includes parts of Fulton and Cobb counties. An early announcement could help him to raise money and incr…
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