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Georgia Senate rivals clash in final debate before election
It was the last debate before voters in Georgia choose a senator, and the candidates traded sharp claims about neo-Nazi activity and Epstein; the claims are disputed.
At a glance
- First reported by Fox News: “WATCH: Georgia Senate debate erupts over white supremacy allegations, Epstein ties in fiery exchange”.
- Covered on BBN on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 12:02 AM ET on BBN Overnight, by Gloria Vance, Kenji Moonfield and Dale Bearman.
- Topics: Georgia, Senate.
- BBN covered this story before: Jon Ossoff Says He Won't Run for President in 2028 in Georgia Senate… (October 14).
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What BBN said about it

Gloria Vance · World News AnchorCandidates for the US Senate in Georgia clashed over alleged neo-Nazi activity and ties to Jeffrey Epstein in their last debate before the election, and Fox News is leading with the exchange.

Gloria Vance · World News AnchorThe accusations came fast, and they were personal.

Gloria Vance · World News AnchorEach side accused the other of associations voters should find disqualifying, and the moderators struggled to keep order.

Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentThe clip is already everywhere, and the comments are doing what comments do.

Gloria Vance · World News AnchorIt matters because this was the final chance for Georgia voters to see both candidates answer for these claims side by side before they cast ballots.

Gloria Vance · World News AnchorThe allegations are claims made on a debate stage, and the candidates dispute each other's accounts.
The story so far
- Georgia Senate Debate Gets Heated; Jet Bridge Clash in Indonesia · New York Post
- Jon Ossoff Says He Won't Run for President in 2028 in Georgia Senate… · The New York Times
- Georgia Senate rivals clash in final debate before election (this story)
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