GA-01 Republican nominee?
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MAY 20, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleInsurance executive
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
GenderMale
LocationGeorgia
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BackgroundInsurance executive
Notable personal detailsJames Morris “Jim” Kingston is a Republican candidate for the U.S. House in Georgia’s 1st Congressional District (GA-01) in the 2026 election cycle. He has worked in commercial insurance and has been described as an insurance executive. He has been active in coastal Georgia politics and is the son of former U.S. Rep. Jack Kingston, who represented GA-01 from 1993 to 2015.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports broad tax cuts and smaller government, calling for lower taxes across the board and a simpler tax code to boost families and small businesses. Advocates restoring fiscal discipline, returning to balanced budgets, and reining in federal spending. Also supports work requirements for Medicaid and limiting benefits to noncitizens as part of reducing entitlement costs.
Immigration & Border
Supports stronger border enforcement and more resources to crack down on cartels and traffickers, favors a merit-based legal immigration policy, and opposes providing Medicaid benefits to undocumented immigrants. Emphasizes backing President Trump’s border efforts and enforcing immigration law.
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Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate is pro‑life and supports restricting abortion, including banning late‑term abortions, ending taxpayer funding for abortion providers, and protecting conscience rights for medical professionals and faith‑based organizations. The campaign frames these positions as defending life while promoting adoption and support for expectant mothers.
Climate & Energy
Supports U.S. energy independence via expanded domestic drilling, streamlined permitting, and an "all-of-the-above" strategy to keep gas and electricity affordable while reducing reliance on foreign energy sources.
Public Safety & Guns
The candidate affirms strong support for the Second Amendment, identifies as a proud gun owner, opposes what he calls “radical gun control,” and says he will back law enforcement and tougher penalties for violent criminals. His campaign platform emphasizes defending constitutional rights and standing with police.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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