Pridemore leaving PSC, eyes Georgia’s 11th District seat

By: Mary Landers

Outlets: Georgia Recorder

Published: February 17, 2026

Words: 915

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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At a luncheon talk to the Golden Isles Republican Women’s group on Thursday, Public Service Commissioner Tricia Pridemore cheered on the Trump administration’s deregulation efforts and discussed what she sees as young women’s unnecessary anxiety about climate change.

But she didn’t mention the 2026 PSC race. There’s a good reason why. On Tuesday she announced she’s not running in it.

“After thoughtful conversations with my family, colleagues, and trusted advisors, I have decided not to …

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