
First black woman to lead a state in the US; Byron Donalds won in Florida
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Georgia has previously been governed by Republican Brian Kemp. The elections in Georgia and Florida are the first gubernatorial races this year in which there was a change in the ruling party or a very narrow result.
Keisha Lance Bottoms defeated Rick Jackson, a Republican billionaire and health insurance businessman. Her victory means not only a change in the position of governor, but also a symbolic breakthrough in the history of American politics. Georgia, previously ruled by Republican Brian Kemp, is now in the hands of Democrats.
This is the first governor's race this year in which there was a change in the ruling party. Additionally, Keisha Lance Bottoms will be the first black woman to lead any state in the US.
In Florida, emotions last until the last minute
There was also no shortage of emotions in neighboring Florida. Byron Donalds, a Republican Party congressman, will be the new governor. Donalds, supported by former President Donald Trump, won by less than two percentage points against David Jolly, a former congressman who switched from the Republican Party to the Democrats.
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Keisha Lance Bottoms officially takes office as Governor of Georgia
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Byron Donalds officially taking office as Governor of Florida
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