Keisha Lance Bottoms
Coverage of Keisha Lance Bottoms in the Nexus archive.
- Bottoms wants Georgia to meet its universal pre-K pledge. It’s a tough campaign promise to keep.
Georgia's pre-K program struggles to meet demand, serving fewer than 50% of 4-year-olds in some counties despite its universal access claim. Keisha Lance Bottoms, the Democratic gubernatorial nominee, proposes expanding the program with a 57% budget increase funded by legalizing casino gambling to ensure all eligible children have a spot.
- 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.
- On redistricting, Georgia GOP lawmakers concluded today’s election risks outweighed future gains
Georgia Republican lawmakers, including Senate President Pro Tem Larry Walker and House Speaker Jon Burns, decided to delay redistricting during a special session, citing immediate November election risks as outweighing future benefits. They face Democratic efforts to highlight redistricting as a key issue in upcoming elections.
- A billionaire newcomer and a MAGA warrior win Republican runoff for Georgia’s top seats
Rick Jackson, a billionaire healthcare executive, won the Republican gubernatorial runoff in Georgia over Burt Jones, who was endorsed by Donald Trump. Jackson's self-funded campaign outspent Jones, and both candidates faced legal disputes. Jackson will face Keisha Lance Bottoms in November.
- 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.
- Trump's endorsement fails to save MAGA candidate as billionaire advances in key governor race
President Donald Trump's endorsement did not secure victory for Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in the Republican gubernatorial nomination runoff. Billionaire Rick Jackson, who spent over $100 million of his own money, defeated Jones and will face Democratic candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms in the general election. Jackson, inspired by Trump, emphasized his outsider business credentials and received support from Sen. Ted Cruz.
- Trump's endorsement fails to save MAGA candidate as billionaire advances in key governor race
Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones lost the Republican gubernatorial nomination runoff to billionaire Rick Jackson despite an endorsement from President Donald Trump. Rick Jackson, who spent over $100 million of his own money, will face Keisha Lance Bottoms in the general election.
- Jackson defeats Trump-backed Jones to win GOP race for Georgia governor after costly primary battle
Rick Jackson defeated Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in the Republican primary for Georgia governor. Jones had early support from President Donald Trump and later from Gov. Brian Kemp, while Jackson received backing from Georgia Republicans like Chris Carr and national figures such as Ted Cruz. The race advanced to a November general election against former Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms.
- Billionaire Rick Jackson defeats Trump-backed Burt Jones in Georgia governor race
Billionaire Rick Jackson defeated Trump-backed Burt Jones in Georgia's GOP gubernatorial primary using over $100 million of personal funds. Trump and Gov. Brian Kemp endorsed Jones, but Jackson's spending influenced other races. He will face Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms in November.
- 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.
- Kemp says electability drove his decision to back Jones in Georgia’s GOP race for governor
Governor Brian Kemp endorsed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in Georgia’s Republican primary runoff for governor, citing electability as the key factor. Kemp also campaigned for former football coach Derek Dooley in the U.S. Senate race, but his Senate candidate faced a setback after President Donald Trump endorsed Mike Collins. Jones, the Trump-backed candidate, faces Rick Jackson in the governor’s race, while Kemp highlighted policy contrasts between Jones and Democratic gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms.
- 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.
- Georgia voters head back to the polls Tuesday to finish picking primary election winners
Georgia voters are participating in a runoff election to finalize primary winners for the November general election. Key races include the U.S. Senate and gubernatorial contests, with candidates such as Mike Collins, Derek Dooley, Rick Jackson, and Burt Jones competing for their parties' nominations.
- Kemp backs Burt Jones in race to be Georgia’s next governor
Gov. Brian Kemp endorsed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones for Georgia's GOP gubernatorial runoff, two days before the election. Jones led the May primary with 38% of votes, while Rick Jackson secured 33%. The winner will face Democratic nominee Keisha Lance Bottoms in November. Kemp's endorsement followed polling showing Jones trailing Jackson, with recent endorsements from figures like Donald Trump also influencing the race.
- These candidates for governor worked for Joe Biden. Some don’t really talk about it though
Three former Joe Biden administration officials are running for governor in California, Georgia, and New Mexico. They avoided mentioning Biden in recent campaign speeches and materials as Democrats debate the Biden family's public reemergence ahead of midterm elections.
- These candidates for governor worked for Joe Biden. Some don't really talk about it though
Three Democratic gubernatorial candidates, including former Biden administration officials Deb Haaland and Xavier Becerra, are avoiding public references to Joe Biden in their campaigns. The candidates are navigating their political futures amid internal Democratic Party tensions over the Biden family's public reemergence ahead of the midterms.
- Georgia’s gas tax suspension lifts, raising prices by 33 cents per gallon
Georgia’s gas tax suspension, which caused a 33-cent-per-gallon price increase, will expire after being suspended for two-and-a-half months. Governor Brian Kemp initially paused the tax in March and extended it in May, but it is now ending as oil prices remain stable. Critics, including former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and resident James Smith, argue the move fails to address rising costs, while Republican candidate Rick Jackson supports extending the suspension.
- Georgia Democrats hope unity ticket can propel them to victory in November
Georgia Democrats Jon Ossoff and former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms are running together in November, aiming to leverage a unified campaign. They face Republican candidates in runoffs for U.S. Senate and governor positions. The pair held a joint rally to signal collaboration and resource-sharing.
- Burt Jones takes shots at absent rival on the debate stage as Rick Jackson hits the campaign trail
Burt Jones criticized absent rival Rick Jackson during a debate by using an empty podium to highlight Jackson's absence. Jackson attended a separate campaign event with Florida Republican U.S. Sen. Rick Scott instead of participating in the debate. Both candidates are competing in a June 16 primary runoff for the governor's race.
- Jon Ossoff and Keisha Lance Bottoms show off head start in Georgia as Republicans battle in runoff
Jon Ossoff and Keisha Lance Bottoms campaigned together in Georgia, criticizing Republican rivals as aligned with President Donald Trump. Republicans Mike Collins and Derek Dooley competed in a Senate runoff, while Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and Rick Jackson vied for the gubernatorial nomination.
- How three major candidates for governor are talking about their Biden administration experience
Keisha Lance Bottoms, Deb Haaland, and Xavier Becerra are discussing their experiences with the Biden administration as they campaign for governor. The article focuses on how their time in the administration influences their gubernatorial campaigns.
- Carr backs businessman Rick Jackson in Georgia’s GOP runoff for governor
Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr endorsed Rick Jackson in the Republican gubernatorial runoff after finishing fourth in the primary. Jackson, who received 33% of the vote, will face Lt. Gov. Burt Jones (38%) in a June 16 runoff, with the winner competing against Keisha Lance Bottoms in November.
- Democratic voters eclipsed Republicans during Georgia’s election. What does that mean for November?
Democratic voters outnumbered Republicans in Georgia's primary election, with Democrats securing 52.6% of ballots compared to 45.4%. This marks the largest Democratic advantage since 1998 and is seen as a sign of momentum for November's general election, where candidates like Jon Ossoff and Keisha Lance Bottoms are highlighted.
- Democratic primary voters chose a dicey candidate for Georgia governor
Democratic primary voters in Georgia selected Keisha Lance Bottoms as their gubernatorial candidate. The article suggests this choice is risky as Bottoms will need to defend her political record during the general election campaign.
- Keisha Lance Bottoms says her margin of victory in Georgia shows "we have a very powerful campaign"
Keisha Lance Bottoms won the Democratic gubernatorial primary in Georgia, citing a powerful campaign, and will move on to the general election. She discussed her victory on 'The Takeout'. The win demonstrates her campaign's strength in the state.
- Keisha Lance Bottoms, Atlanta's former mayor, inches closer to governor's seat
Keisha Lance Bottoms, former mayor of Atlanta, has won the democratic gubernatorial primary in Georgia, bringing her closer to the governor's seat. This win is a significant step in her political career. She was reported on by CBS News' Skyler Henry.
- Georgia’s Republican races for governor and US Senate head to June runoffs
The Republican primary campaign for Georgia governor will go to a June runoff between Burt Jones and Rick Jackson, while Keisha Lance Bottoms won the Democratic primary outright. The Republican race to challenge US Senator Jon Ossoff also remains unresolved. Brad Raffensperger, Georgia secretary of state, was locked out of the gubernatorial runoff.
- Bottoms clinches Democratic nomination in Georgia governor’s race
Keisha Lance Bottoms is projected to win the Democratic primary for Georgia governor, beating a crowded field of candidates including Michael Thurmond and Jason Esteves. Bottoms avoided a June primary runoff. The nomination is a significant step in the Georgia governor's race.
- Ex-Biden official wins Georgia Dem primary for governor in bid to end party's losing streak
Keisha Lance Bottoms won the Democratic nomination for governor in Georgia, aiming to break the party's losing streak. She won a majority of the vote in Tuesday's primary against several candidates. Democrats have not won a gubernatorial election in Georgia since 1998.
- Ex-Biden official wins Georgia Dem primary for governor in bid to end party's losing streak
Keisha Lance Bottoms, a former Atlanta Mayor and Biden administration official, has won the Democratic primary for governor in Georgia. She will aim to break the party's losing streak in the state, where Democrats have not won a gubernatorial election since 1998. Bottoms won a majority of the vote in a large field of candidates.
- Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms wins Democratic nomination for Georgia governor
Keisha Lance Bottoms won the Democratic primary for Georgia governor without a runoff, becoming the first Black woman to secure the party's nomination. She faces a June 16 Republican runoff between Burt Jones and Rick Jackson before the general election.
- Keisha Lance Bottoms wins Georgia Democratic governor primary, CBS News projects
Keisha Lance Bottoms has won the Georgia Democratic governor primary, avoiding a runoff. She is a former Atlanta mayor and has secured enough support, according to CBS News projections. This win is significant in Georgia's closely watched Democratic primary for governor.
- Keisha Lance Bottoms wins Democratic nomination for governor in Georgia
Keisha Lance Bottoms has won the Democratic nomination for governor in Georgia, defeating a crowded field to win the race outright. She will now face a Republican candidate in the general election. Bottoms' win gives her a head start in closing her fundraising gap, with national donors and Democratic leaders likely to provide support.
- Keisha Lance Bottoms wins Democratic nomination in Georgia governor’s race
Keisha Lance Bottoms has won the Democratic nomination in Georgia's governor's race, a significant step in her political career. She is the former mayor of Atlanta. The nomination took place on March 18, 2026.
- Keisha Lance Bottoms’ lead is making some Georgia Democrats uneasy
Georgia Democrats are worried that Keisha Lance Bottoms, the front-runner in the primary, may struggle to win the general election due to her record as mayor of Atlanta. Bottoms has a strong resume, but her tenure was marked by turmoil, and Democrats fear that Republicans will criticize her on issues like public safety. Despite this, Bottoms is leading in the polls and has received an endorsement from former President Joe Biden.
- Georgia Democrats are still pledging to expand Medicaid. But in 2026, it’s more complicated.
Georgia Democratic candidates for governor are unified in pledging to expand Medicaid, a key party priority, but new federal legislation may complicate implementation by 2026. Healthcare affordability is a top voter concern, with over half a million Georgians losing insurance after pandemic-era subsidies ended, and candidates highlight Medicaid expansion as a solution.
- Biden intervenes in Dem congressional primary, warning all 'we did to help ordinary people is in jeopardy now'
Former President Joe Biden has endorsed Dan Koh in the Massachusetts' 6th Congressional District Democratic primary, warning that their past efforts to help ordinary people are now in jeopardy. Biden's endorsement comes as Koh faces an open race with Rep. Seth Moulton running for U.S. Senate. Koh previously lost a 2018 Democratic congressional primary by a narrow margin.
- Biden intervenes in Dem congressional primary, warning all 'we did to help ordinary people is in jeopardy now'
Former President Joe Biden has endorsed Dan Koh in the Massachusetts' 6th Congressional District Democratic primary, warning that their efforts to help ordinary people are in jeopardy. Koh previously served in various roles during Biden's White House tenure and lost a 2018 Democratic congressional primary by a narrow margin. Biden also recently endorsed Keisha Lance Bottoms for Georgia governor.
- Biden makes first endorsement of 2026 midterm cycle
Former President Biden endorsed former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms for the 2026 Georgia governor’s race. Bottoms, who left her mayoral position in 2021, previously served as a special adviser in the Biden administration.
- Biden backs Keisha Lance Bottoms for Georgia governor in his first endorsement since leaving office
Former President Joe Biden endorsed Keisha Lance Bottoms for Georgia governor, marking his first endorsement since leaving office. Biden praised Bottoms as 'ready' to lead the state.