The 2026 midterm elections may feel a ways off, but the race for Georgia’s Senate seat is already heating up — and it could be one of the most pivotal contests of the cycle. With a razor-thin Republican majority in the U.S. Senate and Democrats eyeing every opportunity to flip a seat, Georgia is emerging as a critical battleground.
According to Axios, Governor Brian Kemp is planning a sit-down with President Donald Trump to ensure they’re aligned in selecting the right Republican candidate to take on Democratic incumbent Jon Ossoff.
Why Georgia Matters So Much in 2026
Georgia’s Senate seat, currently held by Jon Ossoff, is a top GOP target for a potential pickup. In a state that Trump carried in 2024, Republicans are keenly aware that any misstep could cost them a golden opportunity. And with a Senate majority hanging by a thread, every seat counts….
