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Jon Ossoff retains Georgia Senate seat in victory over Mike Collins

The Democratic incumbent won re-election against the Republican representative in a pivotal swing state.

Published Nov 4, 2026 · 21:43 UTC6 reports

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Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff won re-election to the U.S. Senate in Georgia, defeating Republican Rep. Mike Collins.[Fox News · CBS News · NBC News]
Ossoff was the only Senate Democrat defending a seat in a state carried by Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election.[CBS News]
The incumbent held a major fundraising advantage during the campaign, raising at least $115.9 million.[The Guardian]
Despite speculation about a 2028 presidential bid, Ossoff has stated he has zero interest in seeking the presidency.[BBC News · Fox News · The Guardian]

Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff was projected by multiple news networks as the winner of the Georgia Senate race over Republican Rep. Mike Collins.[Fox News · CBS News · NBC News]
The Associated Press called the contest for Ossoff at 7:55 p.m. EST on election night.[PBS NewsHour]
Ossoff was the only Senate Democrat defending a seat in a state won by Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election.[CBS News · PBS NewsHour]
Ossoff collected at least $115.9 million in campaign fundraising during the election cycle.[The Guardian]
Mike Collins, a 59-year-old trucking company owner, has represented Georgia in the U.S. House of Representatives since 2023.[CBS News]
Amid ongoing rumors regarding a potential 2028 presidential campaign, Ossoff has repeatedly stated that he has zero interest in running for president.[BBC News · Fox News · The Guardian]

Whether Ossoff will reconsider a run for the presidency in 2028 remains subject to speculation despite his statements of zero interest.[BBC News · Fox News]

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