A little known candidate shakes up GOP primary for Georgia governor

By: Alander Rocha

Outlets: Georgia Recorder

Published: February 7, 2026

Words: 908

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 3 days ago


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Rick Jackson, the wealthy executive and founder of Jackson Healthcare, entered Georgia’s race for governor Tuesday and upended a Republican primary field that was previously considered settled.

Jackson, who is relatively unknown statewide, pitched himself as a “conservative business leader” capable of breaking up the political establishment “cartel.” His late entry comes as a challenge to Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, who secured an endorsement from President Donald Trump months ago and is presumed to …

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