Take two: These Democratic, Republican statewide races are headed to June runoffs

By: Maya Homan

Outlets: Georgia Recorder

Published: May 22, 2026

Words: 1,176

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 5 days ago

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Tuesday’s election has come and gone, but the race isn’t over yet for many candidates seeking statewide office.

Under Georgia law, candidates must secure a majority of votes, not just a plurality, in order to be elected. And while a number of candidates claimed decisive victories this week, many others failed to clear the 50% threshold needed to avoid a runoff.

The runoffs will be held June 16, with at least one week of …

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