Senator Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) has received a formal endorsement from former Republican Senator Jeff Flake of Arizona. The endorsement, which was first reported by The Atlanta-Journal Constitution, marks a notable crossover in support for the Georgia incumbent as he prepares for his re-election campaign.

Flake, who served in the Senate until 2019, emphasized that his political identity remains firmly rooted in the Republican Party. However, he stated that his decision to support Ossoff is based on personal character and a commitment to the legislative institution rather than partisan alignment. According to Flake, he is looking for a representative who will take the Senate’s role seriously and work to protect its integrity.

This endorsement is part of a broader trend of former Republican officials occasionally crossing party lines to support Democrats, often citing concerns over the current direction of the GOP or specific candidate qualifications. While Ossoff’s campaign has welcomed the support, the endorsement highlights the ongoing efforts by both parties to appeal to moderate and independent voters in the competitive state of Georgia. As of now, there has been no public response from Ossoff’s potential Republican challengers regarding this specific endorsement.