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Trump Backs Burt Jones for Georgia Governor in Statewide Tele-Rally

The late push aims to rally early voters in a tight GOP primary.

Overview

  • Trump urged Republicans to vote for Jones, speaking to thousands on a Wednesday tele-rally before the May 19 primary.
  • The endorsement targets a race where businessman Rick Jackson holds a slight lead, with one poll showing Jackson at 32% and Jones at 25%.
  • Trump said he supports Jones for his stands on crime, taxes, job growth, and election rules, stressing a goal to keep Democrats out of the governor's office.
  • Jones pointed to his business and legislative record and his long ties to Trump, noting past support in 2016 and 2022, and he was not indicted after a 2020 election probe.
  • Early voting runs through May 15 in Georgia, giving both campaigns a short window to sway turnout before Election Day.