GOP Senate Primary In Critical Election Heading To Runoff

The Republican primary for U.S. Senate in Georgia is heading to a June 16 runoff.

Rep. Mike Collins (R-GA) has advanced to the runoff.

However, it’s unclear who Collins will face.

Rep. Buddy Carter (R-GA) and former college football coach Derek Dooley are vying for the second spot in the runoff.

DDHQ Race Update (est. 71% in): Georgia US Senate Republican Primary

Mike Collins (R): 272,800 (41.3%)
Derek Dooley (R): 189,014 (28.6%)
Buddy Carter (R): 171,916 (26.0%)

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CBS News has more:

A handful of Republicans have been seeking the nomination as the GOP eyes a chance at flipping a Senate seat in Georgia. With Ossoff being the sole Democrat seeking reelection in a state President Trump won in 2024, the race has been seen as a key pickup opportunity for Republicans. But a messy primary, and the inability to coalesce behind a candidate has complicated their