Trump makes it official and endorses Jackson in race for Georgia governor

By: Ross Williams

Outlets: Georgia Recorder

Published: July 24, 2026

Words: 723

Last Updated: 1 week, 3 days ago

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When President Donald Trump departed Georgia after his Cobb County rally Wednesday, he left something behind: fresh endorsements for governor nominee Rick Jackson and other aspiring GOP leaders who will be on the ballot in November.

The president invited Jackson to join him on the stage, calling the Republican healthcare executive “a true champion for the people.”

Jackson will face former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms to become the state’s next chief executive. …

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