multi source·6/17/2026·12 sources analyzed
Rick Jackson wins Georgia GOP gubernatorial runoff election
Rick Jackson has won the Republican gubernatorial runoff in Georgia, defeating Burt Jones. He will compete against Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms in the upcoming general election. (sources: cbsnews, theguardian, nbcnews, foxnews, thehill)
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Rick Jackson, a billionaire healthcare executive, has defeated Burt Jones, who was endorsed by Donald Trump, in the Georgia Republican gubernatorial runoff. Jackson will now face Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms in the November election.
- Rick Jackson spent $100 million in the GOP primary to secure his victory.
- Burt Jones was the Trump-endorsed candidate in the runoff.
- Jackson will run against Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms in the general election.
Why it matters
This election outcome reflects the influence of endorsements in Republican primaries and sets the stage for a competitive gubernatorial race in Georgia.
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