Updated Oct 16, 2026, 2:28 PM ET
Democratic · 3 November 2026

Kelly Esti

Kelly Esti, a businessman, is the Democratic nominee for Georgia's 8th congressional district in 2026, challenging Republican incumbent Austin Scott in the November 3 general election.

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  1. Former U.S. Rep. Melissa Bean seeks return to Congress in race vs. Republican Jennifer Davis - CBS Chicago

    The CBS Chicago article covers former U.S. Rep. Melissa Bean seeking to return to Congress in Illinois’ 8th District, challenging Republican Jennifer Davis.

  2. Who is running for the U.S. House in the Chicago area during the 2026 midterm elections? - CBS Chicago

    The page appears to discuss who is running for the U.S. House in the Chicago area for the 2026 midterms, including information on candidates and elections in various districts.

  3. Union County voters face Harris-Watson District 8 race

    The article covers the Union County, NC U.S. House District 8 race between Republican incumbent Mark Harris and Democratic challenger Colby Watson, with Green Party candidate Bo Whitehead also on the ballot.

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  4. District 151 challengers Wolfe, Lockhart offer plans for schools, rural jobs, health care

    The Albany Herald article covers the District 151 race for the Georgia House, focusing on challengers Wolfe and Lockhart and their plans for schools, rural job creation, and health care.

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Biography & Campaign Analysis

2026 race

Kelly Esti, a businessman, is the Democratic nominee in the 2026 election for Georgia's 8th congressional district, which comprises a large sliver of the southern part of the state. In the Democratic primary Esti defeated Worth County school board member Justin Lucas, winning 23,828 votes, or 53.5%.

The seat is held by Republican Austin Scott, who was reelected with 68.9% of the vote in 2024 and was unopposed in this year's Republican primary. Esti faces Scott in the general election on November 3, 2026.