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Jon Ossoff at a glance
Quick facts
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Party | Democratic |
| Office sought | U.S. Senate, Georgia |
| Current office | U.S. Senator from Georgia (since 2021) |
| Official bio | Senator Jon Ossoff |
| Campaign website |
Biography
Ossoff has served in the U.S. Senate since 2021. He is the incumbent in this race, so he is running on a Senate voting record rather than on a promise of what he would do in office.
A Senate term runs six years, and this race decides whether he keeps the seat.
Policy positions
This section describes the federal issues a Georgia senator votes on and points to Ossoff's campaign for his own positions. We do not put a specific position in a candidate's mouth without a source.
The economy and jobs
Pew Research Center's September 28–October 4, 2026 survey found that 84 percent of voters call the economy very important to their vote, the highest share of any issue. The Senate votes on federal spending, taxes, and trade. His campaign is the source for his own economic proposals.
Health care
The Senate votes on Medicare, Medicaid, and the Affordable Care Act. His campaign is the source for his own health-care proposals.
Abortion
Abortion law is now set mainly by states, but the Senate votes on federal legislation and on judicial nominees. His campaign is the source for his own position.
Democracy and voting rights
The Senate votes on federal election law and confirms the judges who hear election cases. His campaign is the source for his own position.
Foreign policy and defense
The Senate votes on defense authorization, treaties, and military aid. His campaign is the source for his own foreign policy proposals.
The 2026 race
Ossoff faces Republican Mike Collins. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026. The Georgia voting guide lists the registration and early-voting deadlines.
Republicans hold 53 Senate seats and Democrats hold 47. Democrats need a net gain of four to reach 51, and a 50–50 chamber would be controlled by Republicans because the vice president breaks ties. Because Ossoff is defending a seat rather than challenging for one, a Democratic loss in Georgia would make the party's path to a majority much harder.
Our Georgia Senate race hub tracks the matchup, the people desk lists every profile, and the Senate hub tracks the fight for the majority.
Polls and money
This profile does not publish poll numbers because we have not verified a specific survey for this race. Polling averages change daily; see the 270toWin Senate tracker.
Campaign finance figures change with each filing. The Federal Election Commission publishes reports at fec.gov.
Endorsements
No endorsements are listed on this page. Endorsements are listed as they are announced; see the campaign website. We name the endorser when the campaign or a major outlet confirms one.
Controversies and scrutiny
No controversy is documented in the source material for this profile. The public record is covered by his official Senate office and the Associated Press, both linked below. We do not speculate about matters outside that record and will add sourced items if they are confirmed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jon Ossoff up for reelection in 2026?
Yes. He is defending his Senate seat against Republican Mike Collins. See the Georgia Senate race hub for the full matchup.
What party is Jon Ossoff?
Democratic. He is the Democratic U.S. senator from Georgia and is running for reelection.
How long has Jon Ossoff served in the Senate?
He has served since 2021.
What does Jon Ossoff stand for?
His campaign materials are the source for his issue positions. This profile describes the federal issues the Senate handles and does not paraphrase a position without a sourced statement.
Sources
- Senator Jon Ossoff — official Senate office site. Accessed Oct. 27, 2026.
- Congress.gov — bills, votes, and member records. Accessed Oct. 27, 2026.
- Associated Press — wire coverage. Accessed Oct. 27, 2026.
- 270toWin: 2026 Senate elections. Accessed Oct. 27, 2026.
- Federal Election Commission — campaign finance filings. Accessed Oct. 27, 2026.
Last updated October 27, 2026. This profile is updated as sourced information becomes available.