In the Georgia gubernatorial primary held on June 16, 2026, Rick Jackson, a healthcare executive and billionaire, won against Lt. Gov. Burt Jones by a narrow margin. This outcome marks a significant moment as it is the second time that a candidate endorsed by former President Trump has lost in a major statewide race in Georgia.
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Georgia gubernatorial primary results: Rick Jackson defeats Burt Jones
Rick Jackson won the Georgia gubernatorial primary on June 16, 2026, defeating Lt. Gov. Burt Jones by a small margin. This result signifies a continued trend of losses for candidates endorsed by former President Trump in Georgia's statewide races.
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Trump falls short in Georgia governor’s race: 5 takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries
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Georgia gubernatorial primary results: Rick Jackson defeats Burt Jones