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Ossoff, Collins Debate Federal Policies in Georgia Senate Race

Senator Jon Ossoff and Representative Mike Collins engaged in their initial debate for Georgia's Senate seat. Both candidates focused on policies from the current and previous presidential administrations.

10/09/2026 · Georgia edition

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Why it matters locally: This debate directly concerns the representation of Georgia in the U.S. Senate, making the outcome highly relevant to the state's political landscape and its influence on federal policy.

Democrat Senator Jon Ossoff and Republican Representative Mike Collins held their first debate in the Georgia Senate race. The candidates focused their remarks on policies implemented by both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. Each candidate criticized the other for their association with presidential policies. Senator Ossoff pointed to specific actions taken during the Trump administration. Representative Collins highlighted policies enacted under the Biden administration.

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