GEORGIA — All eyes are on Georgia as early voting begins on Monday.
The U.S. Senate race hangs in the balance, as both Republican senators David Perdue and Kelly Loeffler are defending their seats against Democrats Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock.
The outcome of the runoff race in January could decide which party controls the U.S. Senate.
Georgia voters are getting ready to cast their ballots for early voting in just a few days.
“Just need to make sure everyone’s voice is heard,” said voter Mary Jenrette.
The 2020 annual Grits and Issues breakfast was held Friday morning at the Jekyll Island Convention Center.
It was a pit stop for Senator David Perdue while on the campaign trail.
Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue told Action News Jax he joined the campaign as a concerned citizen of Georgia.
“From open borders to other kinds of things to raising taxes. I don’t think they’re Georgia values,” Secretary Perdue said.
“With the presidential election switching over to Biden, I think it’s important to keep that balance with the House, the Senate, and the executive branch,” Meghan Ozamiz, a voter said.
Senator Perdue couldn’t attend the breakfast since he was voting on a bill in D.C., but his supporters tell Action News Jax his reelection would mean a lot for the area.
“Definitely small business relief, PPE relief for people that are struggling, especially in our area where we’re so affected by tourism. I think that’s important just to get things up and running again,” Ozamiz said.
Senator Perdue’s opponent, Jon Ossoff, was also campaigning on Friday in Atlanta to meet with voters and discuss what’s at stake.