Georgia Governor Brian Kemp, the new chair of the Republican Governors Association, emphasized the importance of working closely with President-elect Trump during the annual winter meeting held in Florida. Kemp highlighted the efforts of Republican governors in pushing back against the Biden administration over the past four years and stressed the need to ensure a strong start for the Trump administration. Despite facing criticism from Trump after refusing to help overturn his election loss in Georgia, Kemp successfully won re-election and looks forward to collaborating with a Republican White House administration.
Following his victory in the 2022 gubernatorial primary against former Sen. David Perdue, Kemp and Trump have reconciled and even teamed up to survey hurricane damage in Georgia. Kemp expressed his optimism in working with a Republican administration and emphasized the need for Republicans to help undo the policies implemented by the Biden-Harris administration in the next two years. With upcoming tough gubernatorial races in Virginia, New Jersey, and 36 races in 2026, Kemp stressed the importance of raising enough funds to remain competitive and secure victories.
Kemp’s re-election in 2022 and Trump’s win in Georgia in the recent presidential election have boosted Republicans’ confidence in upcoming elections, including the high-profile Senate showdown in Georgia in 2026. While Kemp acknowledged that he may be courted by national Republicans to challenge Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff, his immediate focus remains on raising funds for competitive gubernatorial races in 2025 and 2026. Kemp emphasized his commitment to fulfilling his role as chairman of the Republican Governors Association and keeping all options open for potential future political endeavors.
As Kemp looks ahead to the 2026 midterm elections, where he is term-limited and unable to seek re-election, he is dedicated to ensuring that Republican candidates succeed in Georgia and other key states across the country. He expressed interest in supporting the Trump administration and collaborating with various stakeholders to secure Republican victories in governor races, such as in Kansas and Arizona. Kemp’s proactive approach to engaging in political campaigns underscores his commitment to advancing Republican policies and maintaining a strong presence in future elections.
In light of the ongoing efforts to foster partnerships with the Trump administration and support Republican candidates in the upcoming gubernatorial and Senate races, Kemp remains open to potential future political endeavors, including a Senate bid in 2026 or even a White House run in 2028. While keeping all doors open in politics, Kemp maintains his focus on fulfilling his current responsibilities as RGA chair and raising funds to ensure competitiveness in key elections. His strategic approach to political engagement reflects a strong commitment to advancing Republican interests and securing victories in critical races across the country.
