Two Democratic candidates, Marcye Scott and Everton Blair, will compete in a runoff election for Georgia's 13th Congressional District after neither secured the required 51% of the vote in the initial election. The runoff is scheduled for August 25. The seat became vacant following the death of Rep. David Scott in April 2026. Marcye Scott, his daughter, aims to continue her father's legacy, while Blair focuses on educational issues and other priorities. A Republican candidate, Caesar Gonzales, did not advance, receiving 8.7% of the vote. The winner of the runoff will still need to compete in a general election in November to secure a full term.
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Runoff election set for House seat left vacant by late Rep. David Scott
Marcye Scott and Everton Blair will face off in a runoff election for Georgia's 13th Congressional District after failing to achieve the necessary majority in the initial vote. The election follows the death of Rep. David Scott in April 2026, and the winner will need to secure a full term in the general election scheduled for November.
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Battle to replace late House Dem goes to overtime after daughter failed to clinch seat
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Runoff election set for House seat left vacant by late Rep. David Scott