Collins to Challenge Ossoff in 2026 Georgia Senate Race

Representative Mike Collins is reportedly preparing to launch a campaign to challenge Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff in the 2026 U.S. Senate election in Georgia. This information comes from Fox News.

Mike Collins, the son of former Representative Mac Collins, has been the representative for Georgia's 8th Congressional District since 2023. He also manages a significant trucking business.

During his time in the House, Collins has been a vocal supporter of President Donald Trump. He was also the one who introduced the Laken Riley Act, which the president signed into law in January. This legislation mandates that the Department of Homeland Security detain noncitizens arrested for violent crimes.

Collins hinted at his Senate ambitions with a video that posed the question, "Who can beat Jon Ossoff?" According to Fox News, Collins is expected to officially announce his Senate campaign early next week, based on information from unnamed sources.

A recent poll conducted by Cygnal in May indicated a close race between Collins and Senator Ossoff. The poll showed Ossoff leading with 45.7% of the vote compared to Collins' 43.3%, a result that falls within the survey's margin of error.

The field of Republican candidates has recently become smaller, potentially improving Collins' prospects in the primary election. While Representative Buddy Carter is also vying for the Republican nomination, other potential candidates, including Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene and Governor Brian Kemp, have declined to enter the race. Georgia Insurance Commissioner John King has also withdrawn his candidacy.