Keisha Lance Bottoms Historic Election

Keisha Lance Bottoms has made history as the first Black woman elected governor in the United States after winning Georgia's gubernatorial election against Rick Jackson. Her victory marks a significant political shift in Georgia, which has not seen a Democratic governor since 199

Keisha Lance Bottoms has made history by becoming the first Black woman elected governor of a US state, winning Georgia’s gubernatorial election against Rick Jackson. This victory marks a significant milestone for Black women in American politics.

Keisha Lance Bottoms won Georgia's gubernatorial election, becoming the first Black woman elected governor in US history and the first woman to hold the office in Georgia. She defeated Republican Rick Jackson, ending a 24-year GOP hold on the governorship.

Nigerian music star Davido reacted to Keisha Lance Bottoms' historic victory as the first Black female governor in US history after winning the Georgia gubernatorial election against Rick Jackson on November 3, 2026.