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A ‘bloodbath.’ Georgia Democrats sweep statewide offices in historic political upheaval

A Democratic wave ended decades of GOP dominance in Georgia and threatened the GOP's grip on the state Legislature.

Keisha Lance Bottoms and the long road from Crawfordville to Governor’s Mansion

More than 160 years after her ancestors were enslaved in Georgia, the former Atlanta mayor has made history as the first Black woman elected governor.

Rick Jackson supporters gather as election results roll in

Supporters gather for Georgia gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson as polls close. He was defeated by Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms.

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Stacey Abrams is back on the campaign trail, just not for herself

Stacey Abrams isn't a candidate this year. But she said she is still working to get more Democrats elected and is excited about the potential payoffs on Election Day.

Jon Ossoff supporters gather as election results roll in

Supporters of U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff rally as election results come in for Ossoff's re-election bid.

Keisha Lance Bottoms elected Georgia governor, a first for a Black woman in US

The former Atlanta mayor overcame an enormous spending disadvantage to defeat Republican Rick Jackson.

How much Election Day turnout do Republicans need to stay in the game?

Georgia 2026 Voter Guide

A.M. ATL: It’s go time

What to expect on election night in Georgia when polls close

5 questions that will define Georgia’s midterm election

Georgia 2026: What the polls and experts say about the race for governor

Georgia 2026: What the polls and experts say about the U.S. Senate race

VOICES SPOTLIGHT

Voices Spotlight: Which Georgia interest groups will sway the election?

Report problems at your polling place to the AJC

Once vulnerable, Jon Ossoff seeks a commanding win over Mike Collins