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Georgia Democrats flip every statewide office, but appear to fall short in the Senate

Sen. Josh McLaurin, D-Sandy Springs, speaks during a press conference at the Georgia Capitol in Atlanta, on Wednesday, Nov 4, 2026. McLaurin won the election for lieutenant governor. (Caroline Newbern/Capitol Beat)

11052026 McLaurin Capitol — Sen. Josh McLaurin, D-Sandy Springs, speaks during a press conference at the Georgia Capitol in Atlanta, on Wednesday, Nov 4, 2026. McLaurin won the election for lieutenant governor. (Caroline Newbern/Capitol Beat)

Georgia voters turned so sharply in a new direction Tuesday that the results surprised even some winners and set several historical firsts.