Jason Esteves Resigns Senate Seat to Run for Georgia ...
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jason Esteves resigned his Georgia Senate seat Wednesday as he launches his campaign for governor in 2026.
ground.newsJason Esteves stepped down from the state Senate in Georgia in September 2025 to launch a Georgia governor run in 2026. The seat opening was resolved by a special election. Prior, he served as Atlanta Public Schools Board Chair, then ran for state Senate, with coverage noting transition effects of mid-term resignations to pursue higher position.