Archive · 2 Jun 2025
John Kennedy, Georgia Republican, Joins Lieutenant Governor Race
John Kennedy, a Republican Senator in Georgia, is running to be the state's next Lieutenant Governor.
The current Lieutenant Governor is expected to run for Governor, so his position is open.
Kennedy's priorities include a strong economy, education, and keeping Georgia safe.
Kennedy has been in the state Senate since 2014 and currently holds a leadership position.
He previously helped pass a law to limit lawsuits.
Other Republicans have also announced they will seek the office.
A Democrat has also announced candidacy.
John Kennedy, Georgia's top Senate Republican, has announced a run for Lieutenant Governor.
Kennedy's priorities are a strong economy, education, and public safety.
The current Lieutenant Governor is expected to run for Governor, leaving the position open.
Kennedy was first elected to the state Senate in 2014.
Other Republicans and one Democrat have also announced they will seek the office.
- Who
- John Kennedy, Georgia's top Senate Republican.
- What
- John Kennedy announced his candidacy for Georgia Lieutenant Governor.
- When
- Announced on Monday, 2024.
- Where
- Georgia
- Why
- Kennedy wants to focus on a strong economy, education, and public safety.
- Candidate
- John Kennedy
- Political Affiliation
- Republican
- Current Position
- Georgia State Senate
- Election Year
- 2026
- Current Lieutenant Governor
- Burt Jones