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Rep. Mike Collins Eyes Georgia Senate Seat, Touting Desire to Challenge Incumbent Jon Ossoff

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Republican Rep. Mike Collins of Georgia's 10th Congressional District is considering a bid in the state's upcoming Senate race, challenging incumbent Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff. This move has sparked excitement among Senate Republicans, who view Ossoff's seat as a prime opportunity to flip the Democratic-held seat in the 2026 midterm cycle. Collins' decision comes as Republicans aim to maintain and expand their thin majority in the upper chamber. In a video obtained by Fox News Digital, Collins expressed his desire to challenge Ossoff, citing the Senator's failure to align with Georgia values.

Key Takeaways:

  • Rep. Mike Collins is considering a bid in the Georgia Senate race, aiming to challenge incumbent Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff.
  • Collins has been a staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump, serving as a staple on the road during the 2024 campaign and having his bill, the Laken Riley Act, signed into law by the president.
  • The Republican Primary field is expected to be crowded, with Collins potentially facing off against fellow Georgia Republican Rep. Buddy Carter and Georgia Insurance Commissioner John King.
  • Recent polling suggests Collins may have an edge among Republicans, with a Trafalgar Group survey showing him with a 23-point lead over Carter.
  • Collins' decision to challenge Ossoff has been met with criticism from the Democratic Party of Georgia, with spokesperson Devon Cruz accusing him of seeking a promotion after voting to strip health insurance from 750,000 Georgians.

Statistics:

  • 23-point edge: Collins' lead over Carter in a recent Trafalgar Group survey.
  • 39%: Collins' support among those polled at the Georgia Republican Party State Convention, compared to Carter's 13%.
  • 1,426: Respondents in the Trafalgar Group survey.
  • 1,200: Respondents in the Georgia Republican Party State Convention straw poll.

Sources:

  • Fox News Digital: "Rep. Mike Collins considers Senate bid, says Ossoff 'must go'" (no date)
  • Trafalgar Group: "Survey: Collins Leads Carter In Georgia Senate Primary" (April 2025)
  • Democratic Party of Georgia: Statement to Fox News Digital (no date)
  • Georgia Republican Party State Convention: Straw poll results (no date)
  • Fox News Digital: "Rep. Buddy Carter jumps into Georgia Senate primary, tells Sen. Jon Ossoff: 'You're done'" (no date)
  • Georgia Insurance Commissioner: John King (no website available)
  • Rep. Mike Collins: Official website (no website available)

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