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flag Georgia Sen. John Kennedy resigned to run for lieutenant governor in 2026, triggering a special election.

flag Georgia Republican State Senator John F. Kennedy has resigned from the Senate effective immediately to focus on his 2026 campaign for lieutenant governor. flag The Macon-area attorney, first elected in 2014 and serving as Senate President Pro Tempore since 2023, cited the need to fully dedicate himself to the race and avoid conflicts with campaign finance rules. flag His resignation triggers a special election to fill his Senate District 18 seat, which includes parts of Macon-Bibb and surrounding counties. flag Kennedy is among several Republicans vying for the nomination, including Steve Gooch, Greg Dolezal, Blake Tillery, and David Clark, with Democrat Josh McLaurin also running. flag The lieutenant governor’s seat is open after incumbent Burt Jones runs for governor.

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