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Keisha Lance Bottoms Elected Georgia's First Black Governor

Keisha Lance Bottoms Elected Georgia's First Black Governor

By Sohaib Shams

Keisha Lance Bottoms has won the Georgia gubernatorial race, becoming the state's first Black governor. The victory marks a historic milestone in Georgia politics.

Democratic leaders celebrate midterm gains

House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries hailed the midterm election results, highlighting Bottoms' win as part of broader Democratic successes in the 2026 midterms.

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