Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp issued an executive order Thursday for a special election on Aug. 26 to replace Republican former State Sen. Brandon Beach.
The announcement comes after Beach resigned from his seat in office shortly after being appointed U.S. treasurer. While his appointment was announced in late March, Beach told WABE he chose to stay in office until May 5, the day he began working in the Trump administration.
Beach was first elected to serve Georgia’s 21st Senate District in 2013, leaving his seat vacant for the first time in over a decade.
Known for his conservative voting record and longtime advocacy of President Donald Trump, Beach’s time in office included failed legislative efforts on Buckhead cityhood and bringing casino gambling and horse racing to Georgia.
“I have loved serving in the Georgia State Senate for the past 13 years, and it has been one of the greatest honors of my life to be a part of this esteemed institution,” said Beach in a March press release. “The Senate body holds a special place in my heart, and I will always cherish the time I spent serving the great people of Georgia.”
