Georgia Voters Begin Early In-Person Voting for Party Primaries and Judicial Elections

Georgia voters are gearing up for the upcoming primary races and nonpartisan judicial elections set to take place on May 21. Early in-person voting begins Monday, giving voters the opportunity to choose nominees for congressional and state legislative seats, as well as for local races such as sheriffs, district attorneys, and county commissioners.

One of the key races to watch is the state supreme court race between incumbent Justice Andrew Pinson and challenger John Barrow. The election will also feature primaries in the 3rd Congressional District, where incumbent Republican U.S. Rep. Drew Ferguson is stepping down.

Former President Donald Trump has endorsed his former aide Brian Jack for the congressional seat, with six Republicans vying for the nomination. On the Democratic side, Val Almonord and Maura Keller are seeking their party’s nomination in the heavily GOP district.

In addition to the congressional races, there are also important local races to watch. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, known for her prosecution of former President Trump, faces attorney Christian Wise Smith in the Democratic primary. Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee, who is presiding over the same case, is being challenged by lawyer and talk show host Robert Patillo.

With the upcoming election, the big question is what voter turnout will look like. While millions of Georgians are expected to vote in the November presidential election, historically, fewer people turn out for the primary elections. However, with important races at stake, including those for county offices, turnout could be higher in some parts of Georgia.

As the election season heats up, Georgia voters have the opportunity to make their voices heard and shape the future of their state. Stay tuned for more updates on the primary races and judicial elections as the May 21 election approaches.