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2026 Race · Georgia

U.S. House (District 5)

2 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. House (District 5) in Georgia is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 2 candidates are on record: Nikema Williams (Democratic) and John Salvesen (Republican). The seat is currently held by Nikema Williams (Democratic), who has served since January 2021, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

John Salvesen

Republican

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Incumbent's record this term

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Nikema Williams

Democratic · Since January 2021

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Financial Services

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • HR.9380

    Expanding Access to Credit through Consumer-Permissioned Data Act

  • HR.9309

    PRIDE Act of 2026

2026 Georgia U.S. House (District 5) — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. House (District 5) in Georgia in 2026?

Nikema Williams (Democratic) and John Salvesen (Republican). Nikema Williams is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 Georgia U.S. House (District 5) election?

The general election is November 3, 2026. Voter registration deadlines are set by Georgia and are listed at vote.gov.

Who currently holds this seat?

Nikema Williams, a Democratic, currently represents Georgia, serving since January 2021.

What committees does Nikema Williams serve on?

Nikema Williams serves on House Committee on Financial Services. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.

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