Chris Carr

Chris Carr was born in Michigan. He earned a bachelor's degree in 1995 and a law degree in 1999 from the University of Georgia. After graduating from law school, Carr began working as a private practice attorney in Atlanta, Georgia. He then served as vice president and general counsel for the Georgia Public Policy Foundation before joining the senatorial campaign of Johnny Isakson (R) in 2003 as campaign manager. After Isakson won the 2004 election, Carr served first as his deputy chief of staff and then as chief of staff until 2013, when Governor of Georgia Nathan Deal (R) appointed Carr as the commissioner of the Department of Economic Development. Carr served as a commissioner of the Department of Economic Development from 2013 to 2016.[1][2][3]

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Campaign websiteCarr's campaign website stated the following:Keep Georgia WorkingGeorgia is on the cutting edge of innovation and ranked as the No. 1 state in the nation in which to do business for 11 years in a row. As Governor, Chris will build on this momentum to bring more jobs for Georgians. Unleash the Power of the Private SectorChris will promote private sector growth through strategic tax incentives. He’ll lower taxes for hardworking families and businesses while fostering an environment that is ripe for job creation and economic growth. Chris will eliminate red tape and burdensome regulations to make Georgia the best place for small businesses.Fulfill the Growing Needs of Georgia BusinessesBy investing in workforce development and job training programs, Chris will equip Georgians with the knowledge and skills they need to meet the demands of a 21st century economy. Chris Carr will implement Zero Based Budgeting to eliminate wasteful spending. Through conservative fiscal leadership, Chris will expand opportunities for Georgians and add more high-quality, well-paying jobs.Keep Georgia SafeEvery Georgian deserves to be safe. Chris Carr is committed to protecting the most vulnerable in our society. As Governor, Chris will back our law enforcement and ensure they have the resources they need to put away Georgia’s most violent criminals. Every Georgian should feel safe in their community. Combat Violent CrimeSince taking office in 2016, Chris has transformed the role of Attorney General to combat violent crime across the state. Now, Georgia is leading the nation in the fight against human trafficking and gang activity. Chris will continue to protect and support victims of child sex trafficking, dismantle the growing gang networks that are terrorizing our communities, and put a stop to organized retail crime in our state.  End the Opioid CrisisChris Carr has declared war on fentanyl. As Attorney General, his office has seized enough fentanyl from criminals to kill 3.5 million people. Chris believes those who take the lives of Georgians by selling and distributing this deadly poison should be charged with murder. By initiating legal action against those who contributed to the opioid crisis, Chris has secured more than one billion dollars for our state and local governments to expand access to critical treatment, prevention, and recovery services. Created in 2018, his Statewide Opioid Task Force has been cited as a national model and includes more than 300 public, private, and nonprofit partners who are working together to save lives.Reverse the Left’s Failed Immigration PoliciesChris stands with President Trump and supports his plans to provide meaningful border security to keep our country and communities safe.The Left’s open-border policies are a major source for human trafficking, drug smuggling and other violent crimes. It is time to fill the gap where the Harris-Biden administration failed and secure the border. Chris will work with President Trump to deport criminal illegals who commit crimes in our state. Keep Georgia LearningAll students in Georgia should have the opportunity to receive a world class education. This begins with our K-12 classrooms and continues to our technical colleges as well as our universities.Expand Educational OpportunitiesAs Governor, Chris will empower parents by providing more choice in their children’s education. He will fully support our public K-12 classrooms, ensuring students have the tools they need to succeed.Prepare Students for the Jobs of TomorrowChris has a plan to align Georgia’s education system with the needs of our evolving economy so our students are prepared for success beyond the classroom. This begins by emphasizing literacy and prioritizing students’ ability to read at grade level by the third grade. It also means advancing our K-12 school curriculum to include technical and agricultural education and encouraging career exploration from a young age.Build Georgia’s WorkforceChris supports four-year degree alternatives through apprenticeships and Georgia’s technical college system, providing students with even more pathways to rewarding careers.  Keep Georgia HealthyChris Carr believes hardworking Georgians should have access to quality care, no matter their zip code. As Governor, he’ll work to strengthen our health care system by supporting rural hospitals, improving maternal health outcomes, and growing our medical workforce.That means a fair playing field for providers, more doctors where we need them most, and a serious plan to address the doctor shortage hitting rural communities.Chris will work with health care leaders to find real, practical solutions that expand access and deliver better results for Georgia families.Because keeping Georgia healthy keeps Georgia strong.Keep Georgia MovingReliable infrastructure and efficient transportation are the backbones of a thriving state economy and a high quality of life, and Georgia should be no exception.Relieve Traffic CongestionPrioritizing innovative solutions will improve connectivity, support economic growth and enhance supply chain reliability. Chris is committed to upgrading roadways and bridges to reduce congestion and leveraging Georgia’s ports and the world’s busiest airport to boost our capabilities and spur even more investment in new jobs for Georgians.Keep Georgia CompetitiveGeorgia can’t afford to fall behind. The next governor will lead our state into the 2030s—and the decisions made now will determine if our children can be competitive with China. Chris Carr believes we must lead the nation in innovation by embracing emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, not running from them. At the same time, he’ll work to protect consumers and ensure smart guardrails that still encourage innovation.Carr will position Georgia as a national leader in AI infrastructure and real-world applications, partnering with our top research institutions and private-sector innovators to drive growth and expand opportunity. He understands these tools can unlock enormous potential when they’re used to strengthen our economy, safeguard liberty, and uphold what makes Georgia exceptional.Georgia won’t win the future by playing catch-up—and under Chris Carr’s leadership, we won’t have to. He’ll keep our state competitive, future-ready, and grounded in the principles that set us apart.Keep Georgia HonestThose elected to uphold the law must operate honestly, ethically, and transparently and anything less undermines our system. Ensure Government AccountabilityAs Attorney General, Chris has successfully prosecuted corrupt politicians from both parties. As Governor, Chris Carr will continue to hold elected officials accountable to their oaths of office and the people of Georgia. Uphold Election IntegrityAs Attorney General, Chris is undefeated against Stacey Abrams in court and has fought back against the Biden DOJ’s politically-motivated assault on Georgia’s Election Integrity Act. Consequently, Georgia was ranked No. 1 in the country for election integrity by the Heritage Foundation in 2023. As Governor, Chris Carr will continue to push back on the Left’s false claims that our law prevents anyone from voting.Keep Georgia ValuesAs a lifelong conservative, Chris Carr will fight to uphold our Georgia values.Protect LifeChris believes in the dignity, value, and worth of every human being – both born and unborn.It’s why, as Attorney General, he helped to secure the historic Supreme Court victory that returned the issue of abortion back to the states where it belongs. It’s also why he has stood with Governor Kemp in support of Georgia’s LIFE Act.Protect Liberties A staunch supporter of Georgians’ right to bear arms, Chris has fought every attempt by the federal government to infringe on our Second Amendment rights. As Governor, Chris will stand firmly against any actions that threaten to erode our constitutional rights and continue to protect the personal freedoms that define our state and nation.— Chris Carr's campaign website (February 7, 2026)Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Chris Carr has served as Georgia’s Attorney General since 2016 with a mission of protecting Georgians’ lives, livelihoods and liberties.

As Attorney General, Chris has built a strong, conservative record of prosecuting criminals, keeping the economy open, defending Georgia’s election integrity law, supporting law enforcement, protecting Georgians’ liberties, going after fraud and corruption, and fighting back against the liberal Stacey Abrams-Joe Biden agenda.

I was appointed Attorney General in 2016 by Governor Nathan Deal. In 2018, he was elected statewide to a full, four-year term. I am now seeking reelection in 2022 to another four-year term.

Before becoming Attorney General, I served for three years as Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, and Georgia was named the No. 1 state in the nation for business all three years I was Commissioner. Prior to that, I served as Chief of Staff to U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson of Georgia for six years.

My wife Joan and I have two daughters, and I am a graduate of the University of Georgia business and law schools.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

I work every day to protect Georgians' lives, livelihoods and liberties. I have created Georgia's first-ever human trafficking prosecution unit that has rescued more than 107 underage victims. Now, we are creating the state's first gang prosecution unit so that the state can help combat the violent gangs that terrorize communities.I am working every day to protect livelihoods, because I know the importance of maintaining Georgia’s stable and reliable legal and regulatory environment so that businesses can thrive. I worked to keep Georgia’s economy and schools open during Covid by fighting back against the Biden administration’s vaccine and mask mandates. I also have pushed back on Biden's weakening of our Southern border and on Biden's attempts to shut down the oil and gas industry.In protecting Georgians’ liberties, I have fought back against egregious federal overreach from Washington, including Biden’s vaccine mandates and Biden’s demand that the FBI conduct surveillance on parents who challenge their local school boards. I have also fought strenuously to protect Georgians’ 2nd Amendment rights and to protect the unborn through vigorous defense of Georgia’s Heartbeat Bill in court.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I have focused on human trafficking, gangs, cyber crimes, organized retail crime, elder abuse and the opioid crisis.

The attorney general often sets policy priorities for law enforcement. For example, a state's attorney general may decide to dedicate extra resources to combat human trafficking. Are there certain areas of law enforcement that you would emphasize?

I have focused on human trafficking, gangs, cyber crimes, elder abuse, and the opioid crisis.

Our state's first-ever human trafficking prosecution unit is going after human traffickers and buyers, and rescuing their underage victims. To combat the gang crisis, we are creating the state’s first-ever prosecution unit that will go after gang members committing violent crimes across our state.

A state's attorney general has many responsibilities. Which of those do you personally consider the most important?

It is the duty of the Georgia Attorney General to uphold the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of Georgia, and to defend the laws of the state. I take ,my oath of office and each of these duties very seriously.

The Georgia Constitution states that it is the paramount duty of government to protect person and property. As Attorney General, I am guided by this principle every day because all Georgians need to feel safe and need to know the cavalry is coming to protect them and their families.

Attorneys general can represent their states in legal conflicts with the federal government. Do you consider this an important part of an attorney general's responsibilities?

I believes it is very important for a state Attorney General to defend their state when the federal government sues their state.

I am currently vigorously defending Georgia’s 2021 election reform law against eight legal challenges, including a lawsuit from President Biden’s Department of Justice. Georgia’s law strengthens security, expands access and improves transparency, and I am confident Georgia will prevail against the blatantly political DOJ lawsuit.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to two of my former bosses: former U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson and former Governor Nathan Deal.

Both were principled conservatives and servant leaders who focused on getting results.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I have been honored to serve as Georgia's Attorney General since 2016. I have focused every day on protecting Georgians' lives, livelihoods and liberties. I am currently seeking re-election to a second term as Attorney General and would be honored to have the support of Georgia's voters.