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Georgia election results: Everton Blair wins 13th Congressional District runoff

Blair won the runoff and will serve the remainder of the late David Scott’s term.

Georgia election results: Everton Blair wins 13th Congressional District runoff
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This article1 analysis · Sep 29, 2026
Aug 25, 2026
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Everton Blair defeated Marcye Scott in the runoff for Georgia’s 13th Congressional District, winning more than 52% of the vote. He will serve the remainder of the late David Scott’s term, while voters will choose someone for the next full term in November.

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Winner of the special election runoff for Georgia’s 13th Congressional District.

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Blair’s opponent in the Congressional runoff.

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David Scott
Former U.S. Representative (D-GA)

Former U.S. representative whose death left the district seat to be filled.

Democratic candidate for the next full term in the district.

Republican candidate for the next full term in the district.

ALSO MENTIONED  Brian Kemp, Georgia governor; the article says he did not trigger redistricting during a special session.

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Everton Blair Wins Georgia’s 13th District Runoff Election

Blair won Georgia’s 13th District special-election runoff, defeating Marcye Scott, and will serve the remainder of late Rep. David Scott’s term. Left-leaning outlets foreground the historic significance of Blair’s election. Center outlets largely focus on the result and his remaining term, with some also noting the coming full-term election and his historic significance. Right-leaning outlets foreground criticism of Blair’s policy proposals and contrast political competence with recognition of demographic milestones.

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