Geoff Duncan, a Trump critic and former Republican, announces Georgia governor bid as a Democrat
September 16, 2025
Former Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan is running as a Democrat for governor. He has been a strong critic of Donald Trump and left the Republican Party this year. Duncan announced his candidacy on Tuesday, emphasizing his opposition to Trumpism. He joins a crowded Democratic field, including former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, state Sen. Jason Esteves and former Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond. Duncan plans to focus on health care and cost-of-living issues. He also pledges to support democratic norms and fight extremism. Duncan has been outspoken against Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election results in Georgia.