Georgia Holds Special Election for Vacant House Seat

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Voters in Georgia's 14th Congressional District will head to the polls on Tuesday to decide who will fill the U.S. House seat vacated by the resignation of Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene in January. Twenty-two candidates initially filed to run for the open seat, with 17 remaining on the ballot across various party affiliations. If no candidate receives a majority, the top two will advance to a runoff election on April 7.

Why it matters

The 14th Congressional District is a Republican stronghold, but a potential Democratic upset could further narrow the GOP's slim majority in the U.S. House. The special election is also seen as a referendum on Greene's controversial tenure and her falling out with former President Trump.

The details

The 14th Congressional District covers the northwest corner of Georgia, bordering Alabama and Tennessee. It spans 10 counties, with Paulding being the most populous, followed by a portion of Cobb County. The district is home to cities like Rome, Dalton, Acworth, and parts of Kennesaw.

• The special election will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
• If no candidate receives a majority, a runoff election will be held on April 7, 2026.

What’s next

If no candidate receives a majority of the votes on March 10, the top two finishers will advance to a runoff election on April 7.