Georgia Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter on Thursday became the first high-profile Republican to announce a challenge to vulnerable Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff, formally kicking off what is anticipated to be a highly competitive and expensive race for the seat in 2026.
A campaign launch video tied Carter’s candidacy to his support for President Donald Trump, describing the congressman as a “MAGA Warrior.”
“Trump has a warrior in Buddy Carter,” the ad narrator says. “Buddy helped Trump secure our border and put America first.”