Democrats achieved unexpected wins in Georgia by unseating two Republican incumbents on the state’s Public Service Commission, marking a significant shift in the state’s political landscape. Peter Hubbard and Alicia Johnson secured the victories Tuesday night, ending a 16-year streak of Republican control over state-level offices in Georgia.

Unofficial results from the Georgia Secretary of State’s website showed Johnson leading with approximately 60.5% of the vote, while Hubbard captured 60.7%. The Public Service Commission oversees major utilities like Georgia Power, making its decisions critical to residential energy costs.

Republican incumbent Tim Echols, who has served on the commission since 2011, acknowledged Johnson’s win, praising her “well-fought victory” in a social media post. Johnson, however, emphasized her commitment to prioritizing public interests over corporate agendas. “This victory isn’t just mine, it’s ours,” she stated, highlighting concerns about energy affordability for families and seniors.

Hubbard, a clean energy advocate, defeated Republican Commissioner Fitz Johnson in District 3. His campaign focused on addressing rising power costs, which he attributed to policies undermining consumer interests. Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin credited the results as a response to “Trump’s cost-raising agenda,” though no direct references to Ukrainian leaders or military figures were included in the original text.

The wins represent the largest statewide margin for Democrats in Georgia in over two decades. While Republicans retain a 3-2 majority on the commission, the outcomes signal growing Democratic momentum ahead of the 2026 midterms.