GA-12 Democratic nominee?
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MAY 20, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current rolePolice officer
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
GenderMale
LocationGeorgia
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BackgroundPolice officer
EducationDegrees in criminal justice
Notable personal detailsRobert Christopher "Chris" Stephens is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in Georgia's 12th Congressional District (2026 election cycle). He has described a background that includes work in hospitality management in Augusta and service in law enforcement in coastal South Carolina, and he has also cited experience leading an LGBTQ+ community center and operating a small business. He has said he earned degrees in criminal justice, political science, and public administration.
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Positions
Immigration & Border
Supports expanding legal pathways for agricultural labor by cutting red tape in the H‑2A visa system and emphasizes fair treatment and dignity for workers; platform frames immigration as integral to the district’s economy and seeks reforms to ensure reliable workforce access for farmers. No campaign material on the site advocates large-scale enforcement or restrictive asylum measures.
News
Chris Stephens is in the news as one of five candidates in the Democratic primary for Georgia's 12th Congressional District in 2026. The party's nominee has not been decided yet, and Stephens is part of a crowded field competing for the nomination. The district is still considered strongly Republican, which makes the race an uphill challenge for the eventual Democratic nominee.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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We're monitoring and will update when new data impacts the race.
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