Mike Cheokas
Mike Cheokas (born May 27, 1953) is an American politician from Georgia.
Mike Cheokas | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 138th district | |
| Assumed office January 14, 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Bill McGowan |
| In office 2005–2017 | |
| Succeeded by | Bill McGowan |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 27, 1953 Americus, Georgia, United States |
| Political party | Democratic (?–2010) Republican (2010–present) |
| Residence | Americus, Georgia |
| Occupation | Politician |
Education
Cheokas earned a degree from Emory University and Pierce College.[1]
Career
Cheokas is a Republican member of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 138th District. He was first elected in 2004 and served until losing reelection in 2016 to Democrat Bill McGowan.[2] McGowan did not seek a second term in 2018, but Cheokas ran again and won, defeating Bardin Hooks.[3][1]
Personal life
Cheokas' wife is Gaynor Cheokas. They have three children. Cheokas and his family live in Americus, Georgia.[1]
References
- "Mike Cheokas' Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved March 5, 2021.
- "Georgia Election Results, 2016". Georgia Election Results. Georgia Secretary of State. Retrieved 7 January 2019.
- "Georgia Election Results, 2018". Georgia Election Results. Georgia Secretary of State. Retrieved 7 January 2019.
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