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Chris is from Columbus. He attended Chattahoochee Valley Community College and Columbus State University, and has a bachelor's degree in political theory and a law degree from the University of Georgia.

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Chris' campaign for mayor of Columbus is his first run for public office.

Chris currently works as an attorney at his own law firm and as a political consultant. He previously worked as the owner of Focus Jury Research, LLC and an attorney at the Keenan Law Firm.

As of March 11, 2026, Chris Breault’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Believes that "Columbus is a city in the decline... mentioning trash on roads and poorly maintained parks."

- Believes that "Columbus is a city in the decline... mentioning trash on roads and poorly maintained parks."

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In 2025, the Georgia Supreme Court suspended Breault's law license for six months for violating the Georgia Rules of Professional Conduct.

In 2021, Breault was held in criminal contempt of court after testifying as a witness at the trial of Mark Jones.

- In 2025, the Georgia Supreme Court suspended Breault's law license for six months for violating the Georgia Rules of Professional Conduct.
- In 2021, Breault was held in criminal contempt of court after testifying as a witness at the trial of Mark Jones.

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Isaiah Hugley Sr. graduated from Talladega College and Mississippi State University. He is a married father of two.

Isaiah has served as the City Manager of Columbus, Georgia, since 2005. He has also taught at Columbus State University and served on numerous boards.

As of March 11, 2026, Isaiah Hugley Sr.’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Isaiah Hugley Sr.

Isaac Brickman

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Jaketra Dionne Bryant earned a bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of Alabama, a master's degree in community counseling from Argosy University, and a Doctorate of Philosophy degree in organizational leadership from Beulah Heights University.

Jaketra provides speaking and coaching services to businesses.

As of March 11, 2026, Jaketra Dionne Bryant’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Joanne Elizabeth Cogle is a married mother.

Joanne served as a City Councilor for District 7 for the past three years.

Joanne is the founder of numerous businesses and previously worked as an instructor at Columbus State University.

As of March 11, 2026, Joanne Elizabeth Cogle’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Wants to prioritize public safety by building off of Columbus's recent policing policies.

- Wants to prioritize public safety by building off of Columbus's recent policing policies.

Joanne Elizabeth Cogle

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Mark Allen LaJoye has degrees in criminal justice from Troy University and a master's degree in law from St. Louis University.

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Mark previously ran for Muscogee County Sheriff in 2024, 2020, 2016, 2012, and 2008, but did not win.

Mark currently works as a radio host. He previously worked for the Columbus Police Department. Mark served in the U.S. Army for 40 years.

Supports fiscal responsibility and developing business and infrastructure.

- Supports fiscal responsibility and developing business and infrastructure.

Supports engaging and uplifting neighborhoods.

- Supports engaging and uplifting neighborhoods.

As of March 11, 2026, Mark Allen Lajoye’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Mark Allen Lajoye

Steven John Kelly graduated from the University of Phoenix and Georgia Southern University

As of March 11, 2026, Steven John Kelly did not have a website or any information online.

As of March 11, 2026, Steven John Kelly’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Steven John Kelly

- The mayor leads the executive branch of local government, presiding over city council meetings, making sure city departments run smoothly, and providing services to citizens. 
- The mayor runs the city day to day and prepares the budget each year, meaning that they propose how much funding goes to each city department, including the police department, city parks, transportation, and the fire department. 
- The mayor also hires the Police Chief, Fire Chief, and city department heads, such as City Planning, Parks & Recreation, and Transportation. 
- Most Georgia mayors are elected in odd years to four year terms. Elections are nonpartisan. 

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