ATLANTA — We’re about a year away from the Republican and Democratic primaries here in Georgia in the race for the state’s next governor, and the race got a little bigger on Tuesday with the announcement that former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms is now officially a candidate.

Former Democrat Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has announced her candidacy for the 2026 Georgia gubernatorial race. Lance Bottoms announced her bid in a campaign video Tuesday where she took aim at President Donald Trump’s economic policies and him giving power to an “unelected billionaire” while showing footage of Elon Musk.

A Sandy Springs Democrat currently serving in the state senate, he recently launched a campaign for lieutenant governor. As part of an extended interview on The Georgia Vote, McLaurin answered questions about tariffs, state leadership, and the influence of President Donald Trump.

Governor Brian P. Kemp announces 39 appointments to Georgia state entities, with diverse expertise across education, law enforcement, and more.

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed five bills into law Wednesday, while vetoing three. The deadline for action on remaining legislation this year fell on Wednesday. Kemp had until midnight to veto or sign eight bills.

Gooch is the current Republican majority leader in the state Senate, and has been a state senator for 14 years.

Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr visited Jessie’s Restaurant & Catering on Wednesday to meet with local residents and potential supporters as he prepares to run for governor.