Georgia 2026 opening act: Esteves is running. Kemp is waiting
Democratic state Sen. Jason Esteves is officially running for Georgia governor, setting the stage for a high-profile showdown in 2026. Meanwhile, Gov. Brian Kemp notched a major legislative victory with the final approval of his long-sought legal overhaul. Hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy break down both developments and talk with GOP strategist Stephen Lawson about what’s next for the governor.
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