Trump-Backed Mike Collins Defeats Dooley, Advances To Face Jon Ossoff

Mike Collins, endorsed by former President Trump, secured a decisive victory over Derek Dooley, who was supported by Georgia's Republican governor Brian Kemp, in a closely watched GOP Senate runoff. This outcome underscores the growing rift between Trump and Kemp within the state's GOP, reflecting broader national tensions. Collins' win sets the stage for a high-stakes showdown against Jon Ossoff, a Democrat, highlighting the critical importance of Georgia in the upcoming Senate race and its potential impact on national politics.