SAVANNAH, Ga. — A notable figure in Georgia politics, who previously gained attention with a unique gubernatorial campaign slogan “Jesus, Guns and Babies,” is set to make another splash on the political scene. Kandiss Taylor, based in Baxley, has announced her intentions to run for Congress in the 2026 elections.
During a recent appearance on the “War Room” podcast, hosted by Steve Bannon, Taylor declared her candidacy for the Republican nomination in Georgia’s 1st Congressional District. Expressing her determination to bring changes to Washington, she stated, “I’m ready to go to D.C. and blow some things up.” Taylor conveyed confidence that she would attract support from both Republicans and Democrats, anchoring her appeal on representing Jesus.
Her previous bid for Georgia governor in 2022 was marked by a focus on religion and conspiracy theories. Touring the state in a bus adorned with the phrase “Jesus Guns Babies,” Taylor advocated for the removal of a controversial Georgia monument, which she branded satanic. Despite these efforts, she finished third in the primary, securing only 3% of the vote, and subsequently claimed unproven election fraud.
Currently, Taylor holds the position of the 1st District chairperson for the Georgia Republican Party. Her entry into the congressional race may result in a significant Republican primary challenge against incumbent GOP Representative Buddy Carter. He is a veteran politician with a district covering a broad expanse from Savannah to the Okefenokee Swamp near Florida.
Representative Carter, known for his strong allegiance to former President Donald Trump, has lately made headlines by proposing a bill for the U.S. to purchase Greenland and rename it as “Red, White and Blueland.” However, speculation surrounds his political future, particularly if he chooses to run for the U.S. Senate seat against Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff in 2026. Carter’s decision may be influenced by whether Gov. Brian Kemp decides to enter the Senate race.
