See 2026 Georgia primary runoff election results from key local races

State Sen. Josh McLaurin has won Georgia's Democratic runoff for lieutenant governor, CBS News projects.

McLaurin defeated former state Sen. Nabilah Parkes to secure the Democratic nomination for one of Georgia's highest-ranking statewide offices.

The victory sends McLaurin to the general election, where he will face state Sen. Greg Dolezal in November.

Dolezal defeated former state Sen. John Kennedy on Tuesday, earning the Republican nomination in the race to replace outgoing Lt. Gov. Burt Jones.

Their runoff followed a crowded seven-candidate Republican primary in May, where neither candidate secured the majority required to avoid a second round of voting. Kennedy finished first in the initial contest, while Dolezal advanced in second place.

Georgia state Rep. Tim Fleming and former Fulton County State Court Judge Penny Brown Reynolds will face off against each other on the ballot in November to see who will become Georgia's next secretary of state.

Fleming won the Republican runoff Tuesday, defeating Vernon Jones to claim the GOP nomination and advance to the November general election, CBS News projects.

Reynolds led the May 19 Democratic primary with 42.5% of the vote, about 339,514 votes, while Barrett finished second with 34.6%, or roughly 276,892 votes. Both advanced after defeating Cam Ashling and Adrian Consonery Jr. in the primary.

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Keisha Lance Bottoms, the Democratic nominee for Georgia governor, reacted after CBS News projected that Rick Jackson, the billionaire healthcare executive, had won the Republican nomination for governor in Tuesday's runoff election.

"Rick Jackson is focused on enriching himself as Georgians are losing their health care coverage and are forced to pay soaring costs," Bottoms said in a statement. "Jackson has made more than a billion dollars off of a no-bid state contract for his health care company, but he opposes Medicaid expansion to lower the cost of health care."

Bottoms won her party's nomination last month with more than 57% of the vote, avoiding a runoff in a field of seven candidates.

"Georgians deserve a governor who is focused on ensuring they have every opportunity to thrive and who will fight for them when Donald Trump's reckless policies hurt Georgia – that's what I will do as governor," she said. "I will get to work to lower costs, expand Medicaid, and invest in Georgians' education."

Earlier this month, U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff campaigned with Bottoms in Atlanta, framing the midterm election as a referendum on the Trump administration's economic policies, health care access and voting rights.

Lt. Gov. Burt Jones took the stage after CBS News and other news agencies projected that he had lost the Republican primary runoff to healthcare executive Rick Jackson.

He thanked his supporters and volunteers for their work during the campaign 

"They have been by our side the entire time just like you here in this room as well," Jones said.

The lieutenant governor admitted that he "come up a little short," saying he "didn't have enough runway" due to the early voting margin.

Still, Jones said that he would congratulate Jackson on his victory and said he enjoyed his time serving Georgians in the state Senate and as lieutenant governor.

"I always have believed the sun will come out tomorrow, and you can rest assured of that, and there is a life after politics," he said.

Georgia Democrats quickly reacted to the news that Rick Jackson would be the Republican nominee for governor in November, saying the fight between the healthcare executive and Lt. Gov. Burt Jones showed "just how divided Georgia Republicans are heading into this general election."

"With gas prices soaring and living expenses out of control, the GOP nominee for governor is Rick Jackson, an out-of-touch billionaire who doesn't even pretend to care about the issues facing Georgians. He's consistently reminded Georgians that he's only out for himself, pocketing over a billion dollars in state contracts and bragging about his profits from the same policies that are raising costs for Georgians." Georgia Democratic Party Chair Charlie Bailey said in a statement.

Bailey also criticized Jackson for his support of President Trump, saying he "vocally supports the cost-raising policies coming out of DC that are raising costs on Georgians and making life harder for Georgia families, farmers, and small businesses alike."

Rick Jackson, the billionaire healthcare executive who grew up in poverty and spent time in Atlanta's public housing projects, has won the Republican runoff for Georgia governor, CBS News projects.

Jackson's victory over Lt. Gov. Burt Jones ends one of the most contentious Republican primary battles Georgia has seen in years, a race that produced two lawsuits, a defamation claim, and a mobile billboard circling metro Atlanta.

The self-described conservative outsider entered the race in February 2026 and quickly reshaped the contest, pledging up to $50 million of his own money to the campaign and spending more than any other candidate in the field.

Jackson took the stage to cheers of the crowd at his Election Night party.

"I can't be bought and I won't back down," Jackson told the audience.

Jackson held the lead all night over Jones and will now face former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms in November.

"Tonight we did more than win a runoff, tonight we proved the people of Georgia are in charge," Rick Jackson said, before taking aim at Bottoms.

"She hopes Georgians forget what happens when she was in charge, I won't let them," Jackson said.

The healthcare executive touched on his priorities, discussing lowering income and property taxes and healthcare costs.

"I know what it means to struggle, I cannot look away from people who fighting those same battles today," he said.

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The Associated Press has projected Josh Tolbert as the winner of the Republican primary runoff for Georgia Public Service Commissioner.

Tolbert will face Democratic nominee Sheila Edwards in November — a pivotal race that will determine which party controls the five-member state utility board, following two Democratic victories last year.

Shane Jackson, Rick Jackson's oldest son just took the stage. We are told we will hear from Rick Jackson soon.

"Tonight it is the voters of Georgia who have sent the shockwaves," Shane Jackson said.

The energy has been nonstop tonight during Rick Jackson's election night campaign event. The ballroom at the Westin Perimeter North is packed with people sporadically breaking out in Rick Jackson chants from time to time.

"The message is that we see you, we respect you and we want the best for you," Shane Jackson said.

At the Burt Jones Election Night party, the lieutenant governor's friends recently took to the podium, once again expressing confidence in the Election Day votes. 

They said Jones is prepared to "hunker down" for a long night if needed. 

While they encouraged supporters at the watch party to stick around, but said they understand if people have obligations they need to attend to at home.

After his runoff loss to Rep. Mike Collins, Derek Dooley took the stage to concede in the Republican U.S. Senate primary.

"We had all the momentum, but like my old high school coach used to say, the clock just ran out on us. I wish we had a little more time," Dooley said.

"Congratulations to Congressman Collins," Dooley said. "He ran a tough campaign. He got out early and we just never could catch him. We had a lot of disagreements, but the one thing that hasn't changed is my opinion of Jon Ossoff."

Collins celebrated his victory in a post on X, saying that he was honored to be Georgia's Republican nominee.

"Now it's time to get to work, defeat Jon Ossoff, and take this seat back for the people of this state," he wrote. "Hammer down!"

Georgia Insurance Commissioner John King took the stage during Rick Jackson's election night event.

"He will not be intimidated. He will not be bought. That's what Georgia needs," King told the crowd.

King announced his endorsement of Jackson in April and has campaigned for the healthcare executive in the months leading up to the primary and runoff.

Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff went on the offense after Rep. Mike Collins was projected to win the Republican primary runoff for U.S. Senate.

In a post on X, the incumbent Democratic senator called the man who will be his challenger in November "Donald Trump's handpicked candidate."

"Mike Collins is a notorious bigot, antisemite, and extremist currently under federal investigation for the illegal misuse of tax dollars," Ossoff wrote. "Collins, who is only a congressman because his daddy was a congressman, voted to double health insurance premiums for more than a million Georgians, for the Iran War, and for the Trump tariffs.

Supporters of Burt Jones gathered at a watch party at Rivers Ranch in Jackson and are expressing confidence he will pull off a victory despite currently trailing in the vote count. 

The ranch is packed with supporters who are eating, talking, and closely watching incoming results. They believe Jones will perform strongly in Election Day votes from Jackson. 

Supporters say Jones is in the back closely monitoring the numbers and could address the crowd within the next 45 minutes.

The Associated has projected Keisha Sean Waites as the winner of the Democratic primary runoff for Georgia Insurance Commissioner.

Waites was born in Atlanta, and her professional experience includes working in the legislative and external affairs division of FEMA in numerous leadership positions across operations, legislative, governmental, and external affairs.

Waites will advance to face incumbent Commissioner John F. King, who made history as Georgia's first Hispanic elected to statewide office. He was sworn into office in 2019 and was re-elected for a full term in 2022.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

With 67% of the vote counted, the Associated Press has called Nikki Porcher as the winner of the Democratic primary runoff for Georgia Labor Commissioner.

Porcher will advance to face incumbent Commissioner Bárbara Rivera Holmes, who made history as Georgia's first Latina constitutional officer. 

November will be the first time Holmes will appear on the ballot. She was appointed by Gov. Brian Kemp and sworn in as the 11th Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Labor on April 4, 2025.

The winner will lead the agency during a pivotal period for Georgia's workforce and economy.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

Luke Pullin of Pike County, a supporter at the watch party for Burt Jones in Jackson, Georgia, believes tonight's runoff will be tight.

"I know that runoffs always are and it was tight in the original primary, but I hope Burt Jones and I think he will in the end. I think he'll pull through," Pullin said.

The lieutenant governor has some electoral ground to make up. According to unofficial reporting from the Georgia Secretary of State's Office, Jones remains behind Jackson by around nine points.

Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate. 

Collins won the Republican Senate runoff in Georgia on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating Derek Dooley, a former college football coach.

Collins received the endorsement of President Trump, while Dooley was endorsed by Gov. Brian Kemp, who argued that it would take an outsider to defeat Ossoff in November.

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John Cowan, a Georgia neurosurgeon, is projected to secure the Republican nomination for Georgia's U.S. House District 11, a seat left open after longtime incumbent Barry Loudermilk announced his retirement in February.

Cowan defeated Rob Adkerson in a closely watched primary runoff, with neither candidate receiving an endorsement from former President Trump.

Loudermilk, 62, has served in Congress since 2015 and announced that he would be not run for office to  spend "more dedicated time" with his family.

The 11th Congressional District, northwest of Atlanta, includes all of Bartow, Gordon and Pickens counties and parts of Cherokee and Cobb counties. 

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

Democratic voters in Georgia's 7th District have picked attorney Tony Kozycki as their candidate to take on Republican Rep. Rich McCormick in November, CBS News projects.

Kozycki received the most votes in the May primary, but did not receive enough to avoid a runoff against filmmaker Case Norton. With the field narrowed down to just him and Norton, he is projected to win the nomination.

Before working as an attorney, the Navy veteran completed three combat deployments in the Middle East and spent three years embedded with the Royal Australian Air Force.

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Turnout in Tuesday's primary election runoff was down compared to Election Day in May.

As of Tuesday evening, the Elections Division of the Georgia Secretary of State's Office reported 488,860 people had voted, or about 6.6% of the state's active voters. That's a fraction of the votes cast on May 19, when more than two million people, or about 28% of active voters, cast ballots.

The majority of ballots — around 460,000 — were cast between June 8 and June 12 during early voting.

In the Atlanta area, Butts County had one of the highest turnout rates in the state. Jackson, the county seat, is the hometown of Republican gubernatorial candidate Burt Jones and U.S. Rep. Mike Collins. Jones is running for governor; Collins is running for U.S. Senate.

Runoff elections typically have lower turnout rates than general elections.

The Secretary of State's office has turnout rates for other metro Atlanta counties here.

During the presidential election on Nov. 5, 2024, 5,295,967 people voted in Georgia, or about 73% of the state's active voters.

Dylan Wilson, 17, is at the Burt Jones watch party in Jackson and though he is ineligible to vote this year, is a supporter of Jones. He says his dad played football with Jones in high school and college. 

Wilson says he grew up around Jones and believes he is the best candidate for governor because he keeps his word.

"He does what he says every time. Every time I've heard him say something, every time I've hung out with him, he's been a man of his word," he said.

The teen is excited to vote next year.

Setup is underway for Derek Dooley's watch party. His team is making sure the stage is set and ready to go for what they hope is a night of victory. Early polling numbers show a race within a 2% margin.

Last month's primary saw Collins defeat Dooley by more than 10% of the vote. Dooley is hoping his stance as a political outsider, and an endorsement from Gov. Brian Kemp can turn the results in his favor this time around.

Throughout the day, Dooley's tweets have exemplified his confidence to win the race.

"A vote for Mike Collins is a vote for Jon Ossoff. A vote for me is a vote for the people of Georgia," he wrote.

Rick Jackson's Election Night event has filled up with supporters as the numbers continue to come in.

It's a celebratory mood as the election night program is set to begin. 

Polls closed 30 minutes ago, and Jackson is showing an early 19 point lead over Burt Jones according to the Georgia Secretary of State's website. 

Rick Jackson's campaign is feeling confident about their position heading into Tuesday night.

CBS Atlanta spoke to Jackson Campaign Spokesperson, Brian Robinson ahead of the polls closing on Tuesday.

"We know we finished with a lead in the early vote on Friday evening, and we feel confident at least half the people today are voting for Rick Jackson too," Robinson said.

Most polling places across Georgia have closed, meaning that a busy primary season will soon come to an end.

In the next few hours, CBS News will project winners for many of the top races in the Peach State, including which Republican candidates will face Sen. Jon Ossoff and former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms in November.

Also up for grabs include both parties' nominations for lieutenant governor and secretary of state.

As polls close across Georgia, one of the biggest questions is whether rainy weather across much of the state affected turnout in several closely watched runoff races.

We're also watching the political strength of two of the Republican Party's most influential figures in Georgia: President Donald Trump and Gov. Brian Kemp. The two leaders backed different candidates in the Republican U.S. Senate runoff, setting up an informal test of whose endorsement carries more weight with GOP voters.

Beyond tonight's winners and losers, the results could shape the conversation under the Gold Dome as lawmakers return to Atlanta on Wednesday for a special legislative session.

If healthcare executive Rick Jackson secures the Republican gubernatorial nomination, it remains unclear whether he would prioritize discussions surrounding congressional redistricting. A victory by Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, a longtime Trump ally, could add new pressure on Republican lawmakers to consider redistricting proposals, despite reluctance already expressed by some members of the General Assembly.

The answers to those questions may not be immediately clear tonight, but the results could provide an early roadmap for Georgia's political battles heading into the fall.

U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock argued during Tuesday's primary runoff that recent Supreme Court decisions are creating political backlash among Georgia voters, saying efforts to limit voting access have historically motivated turnout rather than suppressed it.

Speaking with CBS News Chief Washington Correspondent Major Garrett, Warnock said many Georgians are "very upset" by what he described as attempts to diminish voters' voices. He pointed to Georgia's 2022 runoff election, when legal battles over early voting access led to expanded weekend voting that ultimately saw roughly 70,000 ballots cast. Warnock said those voters helped fuel his reelection victory.

Warnock predicted that what he called political "overreach" could energize Democrats and allied voters heading into November. He said he believes a "multi-racial, multi-generational coalition" of Democrats, independents, and some Republicans will help return U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff to Washington and elect Keisha Lance Bottoms as Georgia's next governor.

Republicans have rejected Democratic claims that recent election law changes are intended to suppress votes, arguing the measures are designed to improve election security and voter confidence.

One polling place in Cobb County will have slightly extended voting hours due to an issue with setup on Tuesday morning.

Officials say the polling place at Piedmont Road Church of Christ on the 1600 block of Piedmont Road in Marietta opened at 7:16 a.m. due to a "delay experienced during morning setup."

Because of that delay, voting will continue until 7:16 p.m. to ensure voters have the full time to go to the polls. Anyone in line at that time will still be able to vote.

"We understand the inconvenience caused by the delayed opening and thank Cobb County voters for their patience," Cobb County Elections and Registration said in a statement.

At Simpson Elementary School in Gwinnett County, election monitors say that voting has been smooth, with no lines leaving would-be voters out in the rain.

Cole Creel, a first-time voter, joined his mom to cast his ballot at the polling place.

"I feel good. I'm glad that I'm voting and I'm excited to vote later in the election," Creel said. "I remember coming here when I was like 10 or something like that and standing beside her when she was voting."

Other voters described feeling like the election could be a turning point with a lot of unknowns in Georgia's future.

Georgia's secretary of state race is open for the first time since President Trump pressured outgoing Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to "find 11,800 votes" to overtake Joe Biden in the 2020 presidential election. Raffensberger refused.

For his potential successor, Republicans are left to choose between an outright election denier, Vernon Jones, and a state lawmaker, Tim Fleming, who avoids explicitly disputing the president's 2020 election.

Jones, a perennial candidate who was once a Democrat, embraced Trump's "stop the steal" movement and says he stands "with those who believe there was election fraud." Fleming, who once served as deputy secretary of state, says there were "irregularities" in 2020, a word choice that has become code for Republicans who want neither to ratify nor call out Trump's allegations of fraud.

Democrats will choose between Dana Barrett, a Fulton County commissioner, and Penny Brown Reynolds, a former state judge in Fulton County who also served in the Biden administration as deputy assistant secretary for civil rights for the Department of Agriculture.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens, Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and Fulton County Sheriff Pat Labat publicly backed Mo Ivory Tuesday morning. Each of them urged voters to support her campaign while highlighting public safety and criminal justice issues as key priorities.

Speaking after casting his ballot, Dickens praised Ivory's leadership and said he believes she is prepared to help address challenges, including the Fulton County jail, court funding and public safety.

"Mo Ivory gets it, and she's been on the battlefield, she's battle-tested, and she's ready right now," Dickens said. "So I am excited that I cast my vote here for Mo Ivory, and I'm hoping that everyone else does today."

Willis also endorsed Ivory, saying she believes Ivory would prioritize resources for the justice system and support efforts to improve conditions at the county jail. During her remarks, Willis criticized Fulton County Commission Chairman Robb Pitts and contrasted his leadership with what she said Ivory would bring to the role.

"I would like to have someone sitting in this seat that is not interested in their own self-interest, which is the only thing he is interested in, but is actually here to serve the citizens and serve the public, and that is who I believe we have in Mo Ivory," Willis said. 

Labat echoed those sentiments, saying Ivory has demonstrated concern for conditions at the Fulton County jail and describing her as a leader focused on helping people and supporting public safety initiatives.

Ivory said her priorities include fixing the jail, funding the courts and ensuring the county's justice partners have the resources they need. She told supporters that "true public safety means a jail system that is secure, humane and transparent, and a court that processes cases without needless delay."

In a video message Tuesday, U.S. Rep. Clay Fuller called on Georgians to vote for Republican candidates Mike Collins and Burt Jones, describing them as "MAGA warriors" and "conservative workhorses."

While urging support for Burt Jones, Fuller highlighted Jones' background as a former walk-on who became captain of an SEC championship football team and said he has worked in support of President Donald Trump in Georgia.

Fuller also praised Mike Collins, calling him a "conservative workhorse" and crediting him with helping get the Laken Riley Act "across the finish line."

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp are urging voters to head to the polls, sharing messages on social media after casting their ballots in Winterville, Georgia.

Gov. Brian Kemp said he voted early Tuesday morning and encouraged Georgians to participate in the election.

"Hey everybody, just voted for Derek Dooley and Burt Jones in the big city of Winterville, Georgia this morning," Kemp said. "Want to encourage everybody to get the vote out. Let's get this done."

First Lady Marty Kemp also encouraged voters to show up before polls close.

"You got til 7 p.m. to get your vote in, so let's get the vote out," she said.

In the post on X, Kemp highlighted his support for Brian Kemp-backed candidates, writing:

"Just cast our votes for @DerekDooleyGA and @burtjonesforga! They'll defeat Jon Ossoff and Keisha Lance Bottoms in November, but they need your vote today."

Two DeKalb County voters say affordability and gun control are among the most important issues shaping how they are thinking about elections this cycle.

Eric Morgan, a DeKalb County voter, said rising costs are his top concern.

"Affordability is probably the main issue. Gas prices, food prices. Just the day-to-day living. Everything is more expensive," Morgan said.

Morgan also said showing up to vote is essential, even when change feels difficult.

"The main thing that brought me out is you can't make change if you don't participate," he said.

Another DeKalb County voter, Natasha Risha, said gun control is a major issue for her as a parent.

"Gun control is a huge one. I have a couple kids. I would like to make sure that there are appropriate background checks in place," Risha said. "I think everyone should have the right to carry, but it needs to be done safely. We need to make sure who has access to guns and that it doesn't get into the hands of those that can't control them safely."

Cobb County elections officials say a recount has been requested in the Republican race for Public Service Commission District 3 after the May 19 general primary results were certified.

The recount will go back over all ballots in that race by rescanning them with certified election equipment to double-check the results.

It will take place at the Cobb Elections & Registration office at 995 Roswell St. NE in Marietta.

The process is scheduled to start Wednesday and will run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. It will continue on business days until it's finished, but no later than Friday, June 26, at 5 p.m.

Officials say the recount will be open to the public, and people are allowed to observe while it's happening.

Georgia voters heading to the polls for Tuesday's primary runoff election may want to keep an umbrella handy.

The forecast calls for a chance of showers and thunderstorms through the day, with rain becoming more likely after 2 p.m. in portions of North Georgia, including the metro Atlanta area. 

The heaviest rain is expected to remain mainly south of Interstate 20, though a few heavier downpours could develop in those areas. Conditions are expected to remain mostly cloudy, with a high temperature near 75 degrees.

The National Weather Service says there is a 70% chance of precipitation during the day, with rainfall amounts generally between one-tenth and one-quarter of an inch. However, higher totals are possible in areas that experience thunderstorms.

While the forecast does not suggest widespread severe weather, periods of rain and lightning could make traveling to and from polling places less convenient, particularly during the afternoon when showers are expected to become more prevalent.

The unsettled weather is forecast to continue into the evening. Showers and thunderstorms are likely before 11 p.m., followed by a chance of lingering showers overnight. Temperatures are expected to fall to around 66 degrees, with a 60% chance of precipitation.

For voters planning to cast a ballot on Election Day, monitoring local weather conditions and allowing extra time for travel may help avoid delays if showers develop.

Early voting turnout in Georgia primary runoff elections shows a different story than who went to the polls during the record-breaking May primary.

According to data from the Secretary of State's Office, around 485,000 Georgians voted early in the days running up to Tuesday's primary, which is around 6.6% of the state's 7.3 million active voters.

While the drop-off in turnout was expected, it's less than of what the state saw during early voting in May.

The data also shows a significantly higher turnout for Republicans than Democrats, with more than 303,000 voters for the former compared to over 180,000 for the latter. This is a reversal from last month's primary, which saw much higher demand for the Democratic ballot.

The strong Republican turnout could mean one of metro Atlanta's state senate seats could flip red. With Nabilah Parkes' decision to resign to focus on her campaign for lieutenant governor, the special election has come down to a runoff between Republican Aizaz Shaikh and Democrat Adrienne White.

A pair of endorsements over the weekend could have an impact on two Republican primary runoff races.

On Sunday, President Trump announced on Truth Social that he was endorsing Rep. Mike Collins in the runoff against former college football coach Derek Dooley.

"Mike Collins is a true Friend, Fighter, and WARRIOR, who has been with us from the very beginning, and has my Complete and Total Endorsement to be your next United States Senator," Mr. Trump said in the post.

The president's endorsement puts him at odds with Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp, who endorsed Dooley early in the race.

Whoever wins on Tuesday will take on incumbent Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff.

On the same day, Kemp wrote on X that he would be endorsing Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in the race to succeed him.

"The hardest part about being governor is making decisions that aren't always popular or easy. I've worked alongside Burt for nearly fifteen years and I'm confident that he will always put hardworking Georgians first," Kemp wrote.

Jones is facing healthcare executive Rick Jackson in an expensive primary. Whoever wins will run against former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, who overwhelmingly won the Democratic primary last month.

Polling places across Georgia are now open for the June 16 primary runoff election, and voters will be casting ballots all day to determine who will represent their political party in November.

Because polling sites can shift between the primary and the runoff, it's worth double‑checking your location before heading out.

You can find your polling place by logging into the Georgia Secretary of State's My Voter Page, by contacting your county election office, or by checking your voter registration card.

To vote in person, you must have a valid photo ID, which includes a driver's license or U.S. passport. You can also use the state's free voter ID card, which can be issued at any County Board of Registrars' Office.

Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. EST. If you are in line by 7 p.m., you will be allowed to vote.

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The crowded field of candidates has kept many important primary races on the ballot for Tuesday's runoff elections.

This year's election sees some of the state's most powerful positions left without an incumbent in the race. Republican Gov. Brian Kemp is term-limited. Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger both left their current positions in the hopes of succeeding the popular governor.

Republican voters will decide whether Rep. Mike Collins or Derek Dooley will take on incumbent Sen. Jon Ossoff in November. They'll also pick between Jones and billionaire healthcare executive Rick Jackson as their candidate to succeed Kemp. Other major races on the GOP ballot include lieutenant governor and secretary of state.

For Democratic voters, state Sen. Josh McLaurin and state Sen. Nabilah Parkes are facing off in the lieutenant governor primary. Voters will also choose the Democratic candidates for insurance and labor commissioner, as well as secretary of state.

See your sample ballot here.