Sen. Brian Strickland enters race to succeed Georgia's AG Chris Carr
Republican Senator Brian Strickland running for Georgia Attorney General
Strickland has been in the state senate since 2018. He wants to replace current AG Chris Carr who is running for governor.
ATLANTA - The race to become Georgia’s next attorney general is beginning to take shape, with two Republican lawmakers officially in the running to replace Attorney General Chris Carr.
What we know:
Carr, who is not seeking reelection as he pursues a bid for governor in 2026, leaves an open seat that is drawing early interest. On Tuesday, State Sen. Brian Strickland launched his campaign during an event at Liberty Plaza in Atlanta.
Strickland, a McDonough attorney who has served in the state Senate since 2018, highlighted his record on conservative policies, including support for the "heartbeat bill," constitutional carry, and mental health reform. Standing alongside his wife, Lindsey, he told reporters he would work to uphold Georgia’s conservative values if elected.
Strickland is expected to face Athens State Sen. Bill Cowsert in the Republican primary. Cowsert, a former Senate majority leader, chairs the Senate committee investigating Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and her prosecution of former President Donald Trump. He announced his candidacy in April, vowing to tackle crime and illegal immigration.
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As of Tuesday afternoon, no Democratic candidates had formally entered the race.