"Governor Brian Kemp of Georgia has set a special congressional election for July 28 to fill the vacancy left by the death of Representative David Scott, a Democrat, last month."
"The district Georgia's 13th covers a swath of suburbs along Atlanta's eastern flank and is seen as one of the safest seats for Democrats in the Republican-controlled state."
"Mr. Scott's name will still appear on the primary ballot; early voting began on Monday, and the Democratic primary candidates include Jasmine Clark, Everton Blair Jr., and Emanuel Jones."
"Marcye Scott, the congressman's daughter, has said that she intends to run in the special election, stating, 'I know everything about the 13th District, just like him.'"
Governor Brian Kemp announced a special election for Georgia's 13th congressional district on July 28 following the death of Representative David Scott. The winner will complete Mr. Scott's term, ending early next year. The district is a stronghold for Democrats. Mr. Scott, who served for over two decades, had filed for re-election shortly before his death. The Democratic primary is scheduled for May 19, with candidates including Jasmine Clark and Everton Blair Jr. Mr. Scott's daughter, Marcye, plans to run in the special election.
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