In a surprise twist, Brian Kemp endorses Burt Jones for governor
Atlanta Journal-Constitution • • nation
Key Points:
- Gov. Brian Kemp officially endorsed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in the Georgia GOP governor runoff, ending months of neutrality and boosting Jones' campaign against billionaire Rick Jackson.
- Kemp's endorsement, combined with former President Donald Trump's earlier backing, unites support from two major Republican figures in Georgia, strengthening Jones' position in the expensive and contentious race.
- The runoff has drawn approximately $160 million in spending, with Jackson self-funding over $105 million and Jones contributing around $26 million from family funds, leading to a fierce and multifaceted campaign battle.
- Despite past political tensions—particularly over the 2020 election results—Kemp and Jones have aligned on key conservative policies, including election law changes and tax cuts, reflecting their shared priorities.
- Jones framed Kemp's endorsement as a call for party unity ahead of the November election, emphasizing commitment to conservative principles and Georgia's future.
