Fitz Johnson
Coverage of Fitz Johnson in the Nexus archive.
- Georgia’s primaries and runoffs are over, but one PSC race lingers
Georgia's Public Service Commission (PSC) District 3 race requires a recount after Fitz Johnson defeated Brandon Martin by 2,947 votes in the May 19 Republican primary, triggering Georgia's 0.5% margin rule. Counties are using ballot scanners to complete the recount by June 26, with some starting after certifying recent runoff results.
- Georgia Public Service Commission race will be settled by June runoff
The Georgia Public Service Commission race for District 5 will proceed to a June runoff after no Republican candidate secured 50% of the primary vote. Shelia Edwards won the Democratic nomination for District 5, while Fitz Johnson advanced in the GOP primary for District 3 and will likely face Democratic incumbent Peter Hubbard in a rematch. The commission, which regulates Georgia Power and faces scrutiny over energy bill increases, remains a focal point of political competition.
- Ten candidates compete for two seats on Georgia’s powerful utility commission
Ten candidates are competing for two seats on Georgia’s Public Service Commission in the May 19 primary. The commission oversees utilities like Georgia Power, influencing energy costs and the state’s climate future. The election could determine majority control of the commission, following a shift in political representation last year.