Georgia Republican Lieutenant Governor nominee?
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JUN 17, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleState Representative
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
Age39 years old (Jul 15, 1986)
GenderMale
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LocationGeorgia
BackgroundPolitician
EducationGeorgia Gwinnett College (BA)
Notable personal detailsDavid Timothy Clark is a Republican member of the Georgia House of Representatives, serving since 2015 (District 98 from 2015–2023 and District 100 from 2023–present). He is a U.S. Army Special Forces (Green Beret) veteran who served in Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom and has described himself as a business leader/small-business owner. Clark is a candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Georgia in the 2026 election cycle and lives in Sugar Hill, Georgia, with his wife and three children.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports eliminating Georgia’s state income tax and cutting or removing property taxes while expanding homestead exemptions and other tax-relief measures. Advocates these tax cuts as central elements of his platform to reduce tax burdens and promote economic growth and business attraction.
Healthcare
Opposes the Affordable Care Act and federal control of the healthcare system, emphasizes choice and transparency in healthcare delivery, and says he will protect patients with pre-existing conditions.
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Immigration & Border
David Clark supports stronger enforcement against illegal immigration and has said he will prioritize cracking down on illegal immigration and crime. He has framed immigration in law-and-order terms and indicated willingness to partner with federal leaders to stop criminal elements entering Georgia.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate supports pro-life policies and has backed restrictive abortion measures, including support for heartbeat/6-week style limits and other anti‑abortion legislation. His campaign describes a pro‑life stance and his legislative record includes votes in favor of restrictive abortion bills.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports expansion of Second Amendment rights and expresses support for law enforcement and tough-on-crime measures. Campaign materials and news coverage describe him as standing for gun rights while prioritizing public safety and backing law enforcement resources.
News
David Clark is in the news because he is a candidate in Georgia’s lieutenant governor runoff, which will decide the party nominee ahead of the November election. He also took part in runoff candidate debates ahead of the vote. The latest reporting says the runoff is still pending and does not name a final winner.
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