GOP's Mike Collins' Chances of Defeating Jon Ossoff in Georgia Senate Race
Summary
Republican Mike Collins will run against Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff in Georgia’s 2026 Senate race. Polls currently show Ossoff leading, but Republicans, backed by President Trump, are investing heavily in the contest as they try to expand their Senate majority.Key Facts
- Mike Collins, endorsed by President Trump, won the Republican primary runoff with 55.2% of the vote.
- Jon Ossoff is the current Democratic Senator and holds a lead in recent polls.
- One poll in April showed Ossoff with 51% support compared to Collins’ 44%.
- The Cook Political Report currently rates the race as leaning Democrat, improving from a "toss up" before.
- Prediction markets give Ossoff around an 80-85% chance of winning the election.
- Collins aligns strongly with President Trump and the MAGA movement to gain voter support.
- President Trump’s approval rating in Georgia is low, with many voters disapproving of his handling of his second term and the economy.
- The economy and inflation are top concerns for voters in Georgia.
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