Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff wins Georgia reelection, CBS News projects

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Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff wins Georgia reelection, CBS News projects. (2026, November 4). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/democratic-jon-ossoff-wins-georgia-2026-senate-election-cbs-news-projects/

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Jon Ossoff, a Democratic senator from Georgia, is projected to win his reelection bid against Republican challenger Mike Collins, according to CBS News. The network's projection was announced during their special coverage of the election results.

Written by AI on 2026-11-04, from this article's own text only (the story summary below draws on all the coverage).

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Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff has won re-election in Georgia, defeating Republican challenger Mike Collins on November 4, 2026. This victory marks a significant hold for Democrats in a state that was once seen as an easy pickup opportunity for Republicans. Despite initial expectations, Ossoff's campaign built a substantial war chest and effectively portrayed Collins as overly aligned with President Trump, who has declining approval ratings. The win ensures Democrats retain a key seat in the Senate, complicating Republican efforts to maintain their 53-47 majority.

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📰 Jon Ossoff Wins Georgia Senate Race

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