Georgia Republican Party Chairman Josh McKoon was reelected at the state party convention in Dalton over the weekend, with Governor Brian Kemp expressing his support for McKoon on social media. Ja’Quon Stembridge, an 18-year-old activist, also won a leadership role. Although Steve Bannon advised against discussing the 2026 elections, the focus remained on upcoming races. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene hinted at a possible gubernatorial run while advocating for state-level issues. Also, Lt. Gov. Burt Jones is likely to run for governor and emphasized loyalty among Trump supporters. State Attorney General Chris Carr is also running and focused on practical issues. There was a strong consensus on the need to defeat Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff, with multiple candidates already eyeing his seat, including Rep. Buddy Carter and state Insurance Commissioner John King. Other potential candidates like Derek Dooley and Rep. Mike Collins have yet to confirm their plans.

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