Jon Ossoff
Coverage of Jon Ossoff in the Nexus archive.
- Dem senator accused of being 'nowhere to be found' on crucial issue impacting kids in swing state
Sen. Jon Ossoff is accused by Georgia's child welfare director of overstating his role in addressing the state's foster care system in a re-election ad. Ossoff's team defends his efforts, citing an investigation and legislation, while the director claims he has not secured necessary funding or reforms.
- Dem senator accused of being 'nowhere to be found' on crucial issue impacting kids in swing state
Sen. Jon Ossoff faces criticism from Georgia's child welfare director, Candice Broce, who accuses him of overstating his role in addressing the state's foster care system for political gain. Broce claims Ossoff has not secured funding or reforms, while his team defends his bipartisan investigation and legislative efforts.
- Obama's influence shadows Democrats' race to 2028
Barack Obama remains a powerful and popular figure in the Democratic Party, influencing the 2028 presidential race through his leadership and endorsements. Many Democrats, including potential 2028 candidates, seek his favor, with high favorability ratings for Obama compared to other Democrats and even Taylor Swift. He works behind the scenes to shape party direction, advising on issues like AI policy and supporting emerging leaders.
- Josh Shapiro reads 'a little more Jewish' than other Democratic candidates, CNN anchor remarks
CNN anchor Elex Michaelson remarked that Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff 'may not read as Jewish' as Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, sparking backlash for implying candidates could be ranked on how 'Jewish' they appear. Both Shapiro and Ossoff are potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidates, with Michaelson later apologizing for the offensive comment. Critics argued the discussion reinforced problematic stereotypes about Jewish political identities.
- Fox News Poll: An early look at the Georgia Senate race
Fox News polling indicates Georgia Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff holds a double-digit lead over GOP challenger Mike Collins in the 2026 Senate race. Ossoff receives 56% support compared to Collins' 43%, with strong backing from Black voters, young voters, and independents. Collins, endorsed by President Trump, gains support from White evangelical Christians and rural voters.
- Fox News Poll: An early look at the Georgia Senate race
Fox News polling shows Georgia Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff leading GOP challenger Mike Collins by 13 percentage points in the 2026 Senate race, with strong support from Black voters, young people, and independents. Collins, endorsed by President Trump in a June GOP primary, underperforms compared to former Republican rival David Perdue. Voter concerns focus on inflation, with Ossoff holding higher favorability than Collins or Trump.
- Supreme Court eases spending rules in win for GOP as U.S. Senate battles brew
The U.S. Supreme Court struck down federal limits on political parties' spending on federal candidates, allowing unlimited coordination between parties and candidates. The decision is seen as a Republican advantage in the 2026 Senate race between Jon Ossoff and Mike Collins in Georgia, with Republican committees holding significantly more funds than Democratic counterparts.
- New polls show narrow path for Democrats to flip Senate
Democrats need to flip four Republican-held Senate seats to gain control, but new polls show only a narrow path with competitive races in states like Maine, Texas, North Carolina, Iowa, and Georgia. Current polling indicates close contests in these states, though Democrats would need significant advantages to secure the necessary seats.
- Ossoff, Bottoms declare ‘United for Georgia’ at joint campaign rally in Savannah
Jon Ossoff and Keisha Lance Bottoms held a joint campaign rally in Savannah on June 27, 2026, emphasizing their 'United for Georgia' message as the top of the state's Democratic ticket for the Nov. 3 election. They criticized their opponents, Mike Collins and Rick Jackson, during the event.
- Which members of the prospective ’28 field are hitting the pitch
Governor Josh Shapiro and other potential 2028 presidential candidates are attending FIFA World Cup matches in cities hosting games, while some candidates have not participated. Shapiro distributed free tickets to community organizations and used the event for economic development.
- What to know about Georgia’s Jewish senator calling newly minted GOP opponent an antisemite
Mike Collins secured the Republican nomination, positioning him against Democratic incumbent Jon Ossoff in the November election. The contest is highlighted for its implications for local Jewish communities.
- Can Trump’s Man in Georgia Take Down Jon Ossoff?
Senator Jon Ossoff of Georgia faces Republican challenger Representative Mike Collins in a political race. The article references Mike Collins as 'Trump’s Man in Georgia,' suggesting a connection to former President Donald Trump.
- Trump-backed candidate wins primary to face Jon Ossoff in Georgia midterms – US politics live
Mike Collins won the Republican primary runoff in Georgia to face Jon Ossoff in November. A new AP-NORC poll indicates most Americans view civil liberties like voting rights and free speech as essential to American identity.
- Trump-backed candidate wins primary to face Jon Ossoff in Georgia midterms – US politics live
A Trump-backed candidate, Mike Collins, won a Republican primary runoff to face Jon Ossoff in the November Georgia midterms. A new AP-NORC poll indicates most Americans believe civil liberties like voting rights are under threat, though these rights remain central to American identity.
- Is Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff Running for President? He Has to Win Re-election First.
Jon Ossoff of Georgia is the only Senate Democrat seeking re-election in a state President Trump won in 2024. The article questions whether Ossoff will run for president but highlights his need to first win re-election.
- Trump wins two, loses one: Georgia billionaire delivers rare blow to endorsement machine
President Donald Trump's endorsed candidates won two of three Republican runoffs in Georgia and Alabama, but lost the gubernatorial race to billionaire Rick Jackson, who spent over $100 million. In Alabama, Trump-backed Rep. Barry Moore defeated rival Jared Hudson in a Senate runoff. In Georgia, Rep. Mike Collins, endorsed by Trump, won a Senate race but lost the gubernatorial runoff to Rick Jackson, while Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, also endorsed by Trump, was defeated.
- Republicans are still really worried about beating Jon Ossoff
Republicans in Georgia face a challenging Senate race as Mike Collins, their nominee, competes against Jon Ossoff, a well-funded incumbent. Ossoff's strong fundraising and Collins' financial and primary struggles raise concerns for Republicans about unseating him in November.
- Trump news at a glance: G7 leaders wrestle Ukraine back on to president’s agenda
President Trump reiterated at the G7 summit that Moscow 'should make a deal' to resolve the Ukraine war, citing 'great antipathy' between leaders and calling the death toll 'ridiculous.' He spoke to Ukraine’s Volodymr Zelenskyy and Russia’s Vladimir Putin before the summit, claiming both were open to a meeting. A Trump-aligned candidate, Jon Ossoff, won a Senate primary in Georgia.
- Rep. Mike Collins wins Georgia’s GOP Senate nomination and will face Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff
Rep. Mike Collins won Georgia's Republican Senate nomination, defeating Derek Dooley and set to face Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff. Collins, endorsed by Trump, campaigns as a MAGA supporter, while Dooley did not support Trump's 2020 election claims. Rick Jackson also won the GOP governor nomination.
- Georgia runoff: Republican voters choose Trump-backed conservative to face Jon Ossoff
Georgia Republican primary runoff voters selected Mike Collins over Derek Dooley to challenge Jon Ossoff in the November midterm elections. They also chose Rick Jackson over Burt Jones for the gubernatorial race against Keisha Lance Bottoms, following a contentious campaign involving legal disputes and election law challenges.
- Scandal-plagued Congressman Mike Collins defies nervous Trump political operation and storms into showdown with Jon Ossoff
Scandal-plagued Congressman Mike Collins defies the nervous Trump political operation and enters a showdown with Jon Ossoff. The situation highlights tensions within the political landscape as Collins faces off against Ossoff despite ongoing controversies.
- Mike Collins wins GOP nod for Georgia Senate, teeing up battle with Sen. Jon Ossoff
Mike Collins has secured the GOP primary for Georgia Senate, facing Sen. Jon Ossoff in the November 3 general election. Ossoff is seeking a second term.
- Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins projected to win Georgia GOP Senate primary runoff
Rep. Mike Collins is projected to win the Georgia GOP Senate primary runoff and will face Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November. Republicans view Georgia as a key state for a potential Senate control outcome.
- Georgia runoff: Republican voters choose Trump-backed conservative to face Jon Ossoff
Georgia’s Republican primary runoff voters selected US representative Mike Collins over former college football coach Derek Dooley to challenge US senator Jon Ossoff in November’s midterm elections. Ossoff, a Democratic star, has criticized Donald Trump’s administration this year.
- Collins wins fight to face Ossoff in November
Congressman Mike Collins won the Republican primary runoff to challenge Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff in November. Collins received a last-minute endorsement from President Donald Trump and will face Ossoff, a top fundraising candidate, in a high-stakes Senate race. The race is critical for Republicans aiming to retain control of the Senate.
- Trump-backed candidate survives grueling runoff, advances to high-stakes Senate race
Republican Rep. Mike Collins, a MAGA supporter, won the GOP Senate nomination in Georgia's runoff election against former football coach Derek Dooley. Collins will face Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November, a race critical to determining the Senate's majority. Trump endorsed Collins late in the campaign, while Dooley received backing from Governor Brian Kemp.
- Trump-backed candidate survives grueling runoff, advances to high-stakes Senate race
Republican Rep. Mike Collins, a Trump-backed candidate, won a competitive GOP Senate nomination runoff in Georgia against former football coach Derek Dooley. Collins will face Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November, a race critical to determining the Senate's majority. Trump endorsed Collins after initially staying neutral in the primary and runoff.
- Mike Collins Wins Republican Primary Runoff for Senate in Georgia
Mike Collins won the Republican primary runoff for Senate in Georgia. He will face Jon Ossoff in the fall.
- Mike Collins wins Georgia GOP Senate runoff, setting up major clash with Jon Ossoff
Mike Collins won the Georgia GOP Senate runoff against Derek Dooley, aided by an endorsement from President Donald Trump. The victory sets up a general election matchup with Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff, who has amassed significant campaign funds. Collins' campaign faced internal controversy over a vulgar social media post by his aide, but he aligned with Trump's political team to secure the nomination.
- Trump-backed Collins beats Kemp’s pick to take on Ossoff for Georgia Senate
Rep. Mike Collins (R) is projected to defeat Derek Dooley in the Senate Republican runoff to challenge Sen. Jon Ossoff (D) in Georgia this fall. Collins's victory is a major win for President Trump, who endorsed him.
- How Georgia's GOP candidates plan on tackling affordability
Georgia voters are participating in two key Republican runoff races for governor and Senate. Trump-backed candidates Burt Jones and Mike Collins are competing against Rick Jackson and Derek Dooley, respectively. Winners will face Democrats Keisha Lance Bottoms and Jon Ossoff in November.
- Georgia Republicans are under Trump’s shadow as they choose Senate and governor nominees
Georgia Republicans are deciding Senate and governor nominees in runoffs, with President Donald Trump endorsing Rep. Mike Collins for Senate and Burt Jones for governor. Outgoing Gov. Brian Kemp later endorsed Jones, while billionaire Rick Jackson's $100 million campaign challenges both races. The Senate race is critical for Democrats to retain Jon Ossoff's seat, with Collins and Dooley debating electability and ethics.
- Georgia Republicans are under Trump's shadow as they choose Senate and governor nominees
Georgia Republicans are selecting Senate and governor nominees in runoffs influenced by Trump's endorsements and competing candidates like Rick Jackson. The Senate race is critical for Democrats needing to retain Jon Ossoff's seat, with candidates emphasizing electability and contrasting policies.
- Georgia Republicans are under Trump's shadow as they choose Senate and governor nominees
Georgia Republicans are deciding Senate and governor nominees in runoffs influenced by Trump's endorsements. Candidates include Mike Collins and Derek Dooley for Senate, and Burt Jones facing Rick Jackson in the governor's race. Trump's support for Collins and Jones contrasts with Rick Jackson's significant financial investment in his campaign.
- Trump endorsement power faces key test in Georgia, Alabama runoffs: 5 primary races to watch
Primaries in Georgia and Alabama will test Trump's endorsement power in Republican Senate runoffs. Trump endorsed Rep. Mike Collins in Georgia's runoff against Sen. Jon Ossoff.
- We’re about to find out how powerful Brian Kemp really is with Georgia Republicans
Brian Kemp's political influence faces scrutiny as Georgia Republicans navigate Senate and gubernatorial runoffs. Kemp supported Derek Dooley for Senate against Jon Ossoff while President Trump endorsed rival Mike Collins, creating tension. Kemp also endorsed Burt Jones for governor, aligning with Trump in that race.
- Republican divides and strange alliances emerge ahead of Georgia runoff
Georgia's Republican primary runoff highlights internal party divisions and unexpected alliances as Trump and Kemp endorse different candidates. The Senate race pits Mike Collins against Derek Dooley, while the governor's race features Burt Jones and Rick Jackson. Trump and Kemp align on the governor's race but diverge in the Senate race, reflecting broader party tensions.
- AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Georgia’s state primary runoff
Georgia Republicans will finalize Senate and governor nominations in a primary runoff. Key candidates include Mike Collins and Derek Dooley for Senate, and Burt Jones and Rick Jackson for governor. Donald Trump endorsed Collins and Jones, while outgoing Governor Brian Kemp endorsed Dooley.
- AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Georgia’s state primary runoff
Georgia Republicans will finalize Senate and governor nominees in a primary runoff on Tuesday. Key races include U.S. Rep. Mike Collins and Derek Dooley for Senate, and Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and Rick Jackson for governor. Collins and Jones led primaries with rural support, while Dooley and Jackson gained traction in populous counties. Donald Trump endorsed Collins and Jones, while outgoing Gov. Brian Kemp endorsed Dooley.
- In Georgia, Senate hopeful Mike Collins celebrates being Trump's latest 'MAGA' pick in GOP primaries
Rep. Mike Collins received an 11th-hour endorsement from Donald Trump in Georgia's Republican U.S. Senate primary runoff, defeating former football coach Derek Dooley. Collins, a staunch Trump ally, plans to invite Trump to Georgia for the November election against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff, while facing opposition from outgoing Gov. Brian Kemp, who supports Dooley.