Houston Gaines

RepublicanU.S. House – GA-10 (Augusta/NE Georgia)

HometownAthens, GA

ElectionNovember 3, 2026

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About

State representative from the Athens area who won the May 19, 2026 Republican primary outright, defeating Jeff Baker and Ryan Millsap. Backed by President Donald Trump and state party leaders, Gaines is the strong favorite in this solidly Republican district.

Key Issues

Conservative ValuesEconomic GrowthBorder SecurityPublic Safety

Experience

Republican Nominee GA-10 (2026)

Georgia State Representative

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★ President Donald Trump

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About this race

Open seat — Rep. Mike Collins vacated GA-10 to run for U.S. Senate. Republican Houston Gaines faces Democrat Pam Delancy on November 3. Covers Augusta, the Athens area, and NE Georgia. Solidly Republican district.

Election dayNovember 3, 2026

Race typeGeneral Election

Registration endsOctober 5, 2026

Early voting startsOctober 13, 2026

Early voting endsOctober 30, 2026

Also in this race

1 other candidate

Pam Delancy

Democrat

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