Brian Kemp's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Brian Kemp. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Brian Kemp is the current governor of Georgia, serving since 2019. A Republican, he previously held the position of Georgia's Secretary of State from 2010 to 2018. Before that, Kemp was a member of the Georgia State Senate from 2003 to 2007. Notably, he is the first Republican elected as governor of Georgia since the Reconstruction era without a prior history as a Democrat.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

2014: Re-elected as Secretary of State

In 2014, Brian Kemp was re-elected as Secretary of State of Georgia.

July 24, 2018: Primary Runoff Election Victory

On July 24, 2018, Brian Kemp won the Republican primary runoff election against Lieutenant Governor Casey Cagle, securing his nomination for governor. Stacey Abrams won the Democratic primary with over 75% of the vote, allowing her to avoid a runoff.

2018: Gubernatorial Election Victory

In 2018, Brian Kemp defeated Stacey Abrams in the gubernatorial election by 54,723 votes (50.2–48.8%). The 2018 gubernatorial election was the closest governor's race in Georgia since 1966.

2022: Reelection Campaign and Victory

In 2022, Brian Kemp won the Republican primary against David Perdue and defeated Stacey Abrams in the general election by a wider margin than in 2018.

January 12, 2023: Sworn in for Second Term

On January 12, 2023, Brian Kemp was sworn in for a second term as governor of Georgia after winning reelection, defeating Stacey Abrams by 7.5%. Abrams conceded on election night.