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U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) has picked up another high-profile endorsement in Alabama’s 2026 U.S. Senate race, with U.S. Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL) backing his campaign.

“Barry Moore is the America First fighter that Alabama needs,” said Senator Scott. “Barry has been a strong conservative. I’m proud to join President Trump and endorse him. I look forward to working with him in the Senate to Make America Great Again.”

Moore welcomed the endorsement and emphasized his priorities in Washington.

”I’d like to thank Senator Scott for his encouragement and his support,” said Barry Moore. “We’ve got a lot of work to do in DC. In the Senate, I’ll work with Senator Scott to permanently close our borders to illegal immigration, make life affordable for working families, and end the brainwashing of our children by left-wing radicals.”

Scott, a former Florida governor elected to the U.S. Senate in 2018, brings national Republican influence to Moore’s campaign. He also previously served as chairman of the National Republican Senatorial Committee.

Moore, a Coffee County native and Auburn University graduate, has built his campaign around his conservative credentials and early support for former President Donald Trump. He was notably the first elected official in the country to endorse Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign.

A small-business owner, Moore co-founded a waste removal and demolition company that has operated for more than two decades. He later served in the Alabama Legislature before being elected to Congress in 2020, where he is a member of the House Freedom Caucus.

Moore has also received Trump’s “complete and total endorsement,” further solidifying his support among Republican voters.

Moore is one of three Republicans currently in the race, alongside Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall and former Navy SEAL Jared Hudson.

Alabama’s Republican primary is set for May 19, 2026.

Sherri Blevins is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You may contact her at sherri@yellowhammernews.com.

A new statewide poll of likely Republican primary voters shows Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, who has maintained a polling edge since the race began, slipping to second place in the 2026 GOP primary for U.S. Senate.

The survey, conducted by Remington Research Group from March 2-4, 2026, included 692 likely Republican primary voters and carries a ±3.7% margin of error.

According to the poll, U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) currently leads the field with 22%, followed by Marshall at 16% and former U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson at 12%. Nearly half of Republican voters, 47%, remain undecided.

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The numbers indicate a tight fight for second place. While Marshall still holds the position, Hudson has emerged within striking distance, and could move into a runoff position if the trajectory continues.

Massive TV spending is reshaping the race

The polling shift comes as outside groups and campaigns pour millions into television advertising across Alabama. Total Republican primary advertising has reached $5 million, with spending heavily dominated by groups supporting Moore.

Key advertising toplines include:

Other campaigns are spending comparatively little on television:

Birmingham and Mobile are driving 

Most of the television spending has been concentrated in Alabama’s largest media markets. The Birmingham and Mobile markets alone account for $3 million. Breakdown by market:

Despite the heavy advertising push, the poll shows nearly half of Republican voters still undecided.

However, the poll also identified another metric that favors Moore, who earned President Donald Trump’s “complete and total endorsement” last month.

It found found an overwhelming 85% of Republican primary voters have a favorable view of President Donald Trump favorably.

Grayson Everett is the editor in chief of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @Grayson270.

Over the weekend, the United States launched “Epic Fury” against Iran, hitting nuclear sites, toppling military bases, and killing its senior-most leadership.

In a national address Sunday evening, President Trump confirmed the death of Supreme Leader Khamenei and other top officials. 

“Iran’s formerly supreme leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, is dead,” Trump said. “We have hit hundreds of targets in Iran, including Revolutionary Guard facilities, Iranian air defense systems. Just now, it was announced that we knocked out nine ships, plus their naval building. All in a matter of literally minutes.”

Now in day three, Iran’s retaliation has claimed 18 lives, including four brave U.S. troops. 

In a briefing today, U.S. Department of War Secretary Pete Hegseth said that U.S. forces are dominating the battlefield. 

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Alabama’s Republicans are hailing the decisive action against the world’s top terror sponsor – while Democrats bemoan the lack of congressional involvement. 

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) wrote, “Thanks to President Trump, the America-hating Ayatollah, FORMER leader of the largest state sponsor of terrorism, is DEAD. Strength is back at the White House.”

https://x.com/SenTuberville/status/2028182192648814874

U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) hailed the “decisive, necessary action.” Britt, a lead negotiator in talks to end the Democrats’ funding freeze,  called for full Department of Homeland Security funding to counter potential retaliation.

https://x.com/SenKatieBritt/status/2028192600398725496

U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Saks), Chairman of the U.S. House Armed Services Committee, commended Trump’s “decisive action” against Iran’s terrorism and nuclear threat in a committee statement.

Rogers added that Khamenei’s elimination offers “hope for a more peaceful” Middle East

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U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) declared it “a matter of time before Iran would face full retribution” for violence against Americans and allies in, urging Iranian forces to oust their leaders for peace.

https://x.com/USRepGaryPalmer/status/2027809682014789930

U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville), member of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, called Khamenei’s death “a measure of justice” for victims — including Americans.

https://x.com/Robert_Aderholt/status/2027852921837093067

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise), a veteran himself and candidate for U.S. Senate in 2026, celebrated Trump’s takedown of the “architect of the world’s leading sponsor of terror” in a post that shared an early report of Khamenei’s death.

https://x.com/RepBarryMoore/status/2027847922696536132

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Huntsville) celebrated Trump’s intolerance for Iran’s “aggression and nuclear aspirations” and stressed that accountability equals peace.

https://x.com/RepDaleStrong/status/2027782850213285923

U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (D-Birmingham) and U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures (D-Mobile), Alabama’s two Democrats in Congress, made procedural and clerical gripes, arguing the unilateral strikes are sidestepping Congress.

However, Sewell acknowledged that, “Iran has oppressed their people and supported terrorism in the region for decades,” while Figures was more supportive of Iran.

“The President has America on the brink of war, and is doing so again without Congressional approval. Using our military to seek a regime change is war,” Figures wrote.

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Grayson Everett is the editor in chief of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @Grayson270.

Alabama’s congressional delegation is taking Mardi Gras bragging rights straight to Washington.

Lawmakers from across the state have introduced a congressional resolution formally recognizing Mobile as the birthplace of Mardi Gras in the United States — placing a more than 300-year Alabama tradition into the Congressional Record and presenting a unified, bipartisan show of support behind the Port City’s historic claim.

The resolution was introduced by U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) and U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures (D-Mobile). Supportive statements were also issued by the rest of Alabama’s U.S. House delegation, including U.S. Reps. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville), Terri Sewell (D-Birmingham), Mike Rogers (R-Saks), Gary Palmer (R-Hoover), and Dale Strong (R-Huntsville).

Together, the seven lawmakers emphasized that while many Americans associate Mardi Gras with New Orleans, the first organized Mardi Gras celebration in what would become the United States took place in Mobile in 1703.

“Mardi Gras didn’t start somewhere else and eventually find its way to Mobile, it started right here in 1703,” Moore said. “For more than 300 years, the people of Mobile have celebrated Mardi Gras with parades, balls, and community, marking the close of Carnival and the beginning of Lent. This tradition reflects the shared culture and community found on the Gulf Coast, passed down generation after generation. Mobile was the original home of Mardi Gras in America, and this resolution makes sure that history is recognized and remembered.”

Figures, a Mobile native, highlighted both the city’s roots and the importance of federal recognition.

“As someone who was born and raised in Mobile, I can tell you that Mardi Gras is engrained in the culture of our city and in the DNA of everyone who calls Mobile home,” Figures said. “Though many people associate Mardi Gras with New Orleans, it is a historical fact that Mardi Gras began on the banks of the Mobile Bay in 1703. Since then, it has blossomed into one of the greatest and most well-known cultural celebrations in America. I’m proud to write this historical fact into the Congressional Record. New Orleans, you’re welcome.”

Members from outside the Gulf Coast region also pointed to the statewide significance of the tradition.

“Alabama is a state steeped in history and remarkable firsts, from the very first 911 call made in my hometown here in the 4th Congressional District, to the birthplace of Mardi Gras in Mobile,” Aderholt said. “Long before the tradition spread across the country, it was Mobile that created it, shaping a celebration that has become part of our national culture. Alabama hasn’t just witnessed history, we’ve helped shape it.”

Strong also underscored the longevity of the celebration.

“For more than 300 years, Alabamians have carried forward the spirit of Mardi Gras. Long before parades and beads showed up, one of our nation’s oldest cultural traditions began in Mobile,” Strong said. “I’m proud to join my colleagues in recognizing Mobile as the true birthplace of Mardi Gras and honoring the generations who built, preserved, and passed down this historic celebration.”

Other delegation members — including Palmer, Sewell, and Rogers — also issued statements supporting the resolution and Mobile’s historical claim.

Over the centuries, Mardi Gras has grown to include mystic societies, themed parades, formal balls, marching bands, and family-friendly festivities. Joe Cain Day — observed the Sunday before Fat Tuesday — honors the figure widely credited with helping revive and sustain the celebration in Mobile.

This year’s Mardi Gras season is already underway, with weeks of parades and events scheduled across the Mobile area through Fat Tuesday.

With the new resolution, Alabama lawmakers are not just celebrating the season — they are putting the state’s role in launching America’s Mardi Gras tradition on the federal record.

 Sherri Blevins is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You may contact her at sherri@yellowhammernews.com.

U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) has endorsed U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise), who is running for U.S. Senate, citing his record on digital assets and financial policy.

“Barry Moore understands that innovation, not bureaucracy, is the future of American finance,” Lummis said. “He has been a consistent defender of sound money, blockchain innovation, and the right of Americans to control their own assets. As one of the few members of Congress to personally own crypto assets, Barry understands that innovation will power America and Alabama’s future. I’m proud to join President Trump in supporting Barry Moore, because he will be a powerful ally in the Senate for economic freedom and technological leadership.”

Moore said he would work with Lummis on digital asset policy if elected to the Senate.

“Senator Lummis has led the fight in Washington to keep America at the forefront of financial innovation,” Moore said. “Crypto and blockchain technology are about freedom, privacy, and opportunity — values that conservatives should defend. As U.S. Senator, I’ll work with Senator Lummis to stop regulatory abuse, protect innovators, and ensure the future of digital finance is built in America, not China.”

Lummis has represented Wyoming in the U.S. Senate since 2021 and is known for her advocacy of digital asset policy, including founding the Senate Financial Innovation Caucus.

Moore, a Coffee County native, previously served in the Alabama National Guard Reserves and was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2020. He is a member of the House Freedom Caucus.

Moore attended Auburn University and later co-founded BMI, Inc., a waste removal and demolition company. He and his wife, Heather, have four children and two grandchildren and continue to live in Coffee County.

President Trump jumped into Alabama’s Republican U.S. Senate primary over the weekend with a “complete and total endorsement” of U.S. Rep. Barry Moore.

Trump made that endorsement of Moore (R-Enterprise) over presumptive frontrunner Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall and a handful of other candidates, including former U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson, cattle farmer Rodney Walker, and former Tuberville staffer Morgan Murphy.

A new statewide poll offers a baseline look at how the battlefield is shaping up as the most powerful endorsement in American politics takes effect across Alabama.

A Remington Research Group survey was conducted January 16-19, 2026, among 775 likely Republican primary voters, with a ±3.5% margin of error. Trump endorsed Moore on the night of Saturday, January 17.

The poll was weighted to match likely 2026 GOP primary turnout demographics.

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According to the new poll, Alabama Republicans aren’t fully tuned in yet. Nearly half of voters are still undecided — and Moore has just began running advertising that showcases his endorsement from President Trump.

Given the poll began soliciting responses form GOP voters one day before Trump jumped in, the results offer a baseline for all candidates.

In the time since the Saturday night presidential endorsement, Marshall and Hudson have publicly declared they are still in it to win it.

If the Senate numbers seem entirely in flux, the prizefight race for Alabama Attorney General in 2026 is a totally blank slate, according to the poll.

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Jay Mitchell, former Alabama Supreme Court justice, and Katherine Robertson, AG Marshall’s longtime chief counsel, have duked it out in fundraising since announcing their campaigns.

But with 119 days until the election, it won’t be long until both candidates begin unloading their multi-million-dollar warchests to lock down votes across the state.

Pamela Casey, the Blount County district attorney, remains in the hunt, statistically tied with Robertson, despite a cavernous cash disadvantage among the field.

Primary election day is May 19, 2026.

Grayson Everett is the editor in chief of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @Grayson270.

President Donald Trump jumped into Alabama’s 2026 open U.S. Senate GOP primary Saturday night in a huge way.

On TRUTH Social, Trump issued his “complete and total endorsement” of U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) in the race for the seat being vacated by U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville as he runs for governor.

Trump made that endorsement over Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, former U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson, cattle farmer Rodney Walker, and former Tuberville staffer Morgan Murphy, who are also all in the 2026 GOP field.

“Congressman Barry Moore, an America First patriot who has been with me from the very beginning (he was the first elected official in the country to endorse me!), is running for the United States Senate in Alabama — a place I love and WON BIG in 2016, 2020, and 2024, getting the highest vote in that great State’s history,” Trump said.

“Barry Moore is a good friend, fighter, and WINNER, and has my complete and total endorsement to be the next United States senator from Alabama — BARRY WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!”

Moore, a Freedom Caucus member and former member of the Alabama House representing the Wiregrass, thanked President Trump in a statement immediately following the endorsement.

“I am truly honored and thankful to receive the endorsement of President Donald Trump,” Moore said in a statement to Yellowhammer News.

“President Trump has always put America first, and I’m proud to have stood with him from the very beginning. With his support, I’m ready to get to work on day one. I’ll continue fighting for Alabama values, secure borders, a strong economy, and putting the President’s America First agenda into action. Thank you! 🙏🇺🇲”

The Alabama Republican Party primary will be held on May 19, 2026.

Grayson Everett is the editor in chief of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @Grayson270.

When I endorse someone, it isn’t casual. I may be young, but I’ve been around politics long enough to know there are a lot of polished speeches, a lot of big promises, and not enough genuine character.

In my 8 years in the political arena, I’ve already met thousands of politicians, hosted many of them on my podcast, and traveled the country with President Trump. But I can count on one hand the number of elected officials I would call true friends.

Congressman Barry Moore is one of them — and that’s why I’m endorsing him for the United States Senate.

I didn’t wait to see which way the political winds would blow.

I was the first person in the state to endorse Barry Moore for Senate — and I was honored to introduce him at his campaign announcement. That wasn’t about getting in early for headlines.

It was because, when I heard there might be an open seat, Barry was the very first person I thought of. In fact, I’ll never forget a dinner I had earlier this year with Coach Tommy Tuberville. He mentioned he might run for governor, which would leave his Senate seat open.

Before I even hit the parking lot, I pulled out my phone and texted Barry Moore: “Congressman, would you please consider running for this seat?” Barry was my first choice, and I’m thrilled to fill in the bubble beside his name next November. That’s not a political calculation. That’s conviction. I’ve watched Barry up close for years.

He was the first member of Congress to endorse President Trump back in 2015, when it wasn’t the “safe” thing to do. He didn’t wait for the polls to move or the consultants to sign off — he led. And that’s the kind of courage we need in the Senate.

But my support for Barry isn’t just about politics. It’s personal. Earlier this year, my mom spent nearly a month in the hospital, including Christmas, battling serious health issues. You learn who your real friends are in those moments. And do you know who texted me multiple times a week to check on her? Barry and Heather Moore.

Not because it was politically advantageous. Not because cameras were rolling. But because they cared. They even kept her name written on a notepad beside their bed so they could pray for her every night. That’s the Barry Moore I know. That’s the man I want representing me in the U.S. Senate.

Barry is also someone my generation can look up to. Too often, the Senate feels like a retirement home. Meanwhile, young people in my generation are being told that socialism is trendy, that America is broken, and that faith and family are outdated. I’ve seen this firsthand on college campuses across the country. We need leaders who will push back — leaders who are grounded in faith, conviction, and common sense.

Barry Moore is the epitome of that. He’s not just a congressman; he’s a Christian, a friend, and a fighter who actually lives the values he talks about. That authenticity matters.

When I talk to my peers at Auburn, they don’t want another slick politician who will say anything to get elected. They want someone real — someone who means what they say and keeps their word. That’s Barry Moore. What you see is what you get.

This race will be crowded. There will be big donors, consultants, and plenty of noise. But when you strip it down, the choice is simple: do we want another careerist, or do we want a man of faith, conviction, and courage?

For me, the answer is clear. Alabama has an opportunity to send a fighter to Washington who won’t bend under pressure, who will stand shoulder to shoulder with President Trump, and who will make us proud every single day.

The fight for America’s future starts here at home, and I believe Barry Moore is the man to carry it forward. Now it’s our turn to do what Alabamians do best: roll up our sleeves, tell our neighbors, and get to work.

So that’s what I’m asking you to do today! It’s your homework, just like the assignments I have to turn in at Auburn! Text this article to five friends and let’s go win this thing and send Barry Moore to the U.S. Senate!

Brilyn Hollyhand is a 19-year-old political commentator, bestselling author of “One Generation Away: Why Now is the Time to Restore American Freedom,” and host of “The Brilyn Hollyhand Show.” He’s a freshman at Auburn University studying political science. For more of his hot takes you can follow him on socials @BrilynHollyhand or visit BrilynHollyhand.com.

With the holiday break over, and 2026 in full swing, Congress is headed back to Washington to kick off the second session of the 119th Congress.

The U.S. Senate is scheduled to convene beginning today, and the House is set to return for recorded votes tomorrow.

January will be busy. Lawmakers are immediately staring down a January 30 government funding deadline under the current stopgap measure, along with a packed agenda.

Yellowhammer News asked Alabama’s federal delegation to share their New Year’s resolutions — and what they want to prioritize for the year ahead:

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn)

“To make every American, starting with all the people in Alabama, more prosperous, give them a better state and a better country.

That’s the job of any civil servant, and I wish everybody a Merry Christmas and Happy New and a prosperous new year, because this coming up will be one of the best years economically for the United States of America, with the tariffs that President Trump put on and with the Big Beautiful Bill kicking into effect, January 1st, you’re going to see the sky is the limit for what we’re getting ready to do in this economy.

So we wish everybody the best in the future, coming of next year.”

U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery)

“Every new year, Alabamians share similar resolutions: get our finances in order, live healthier, and spend less time online and more time with loved ones. My goals as your Senator are much the same. 

Congress must return to regular order, get our fiscal house in order, and restore accountability to government spending. 

Congress must also work to fix our country’s health care crisis, created by Democrats, by putting patients first and lowering costs. I’ll continue supporting reforms that make coverage affordable and will benefit those who need it most.

Since Day One, I’ve worked to protect children online, put parents back in the driver’s seat, and hold Big Tech accountable. In 2026, that remains a top priority: Congress must pass legislation that addresses this generational crisis.

Above all, I’ll keep working to make Alabama the best place to live, worship, work, and raise a family. We have a lot to do in 2026, and I’m ready to deliver more results.”

U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville)

“As we enter 2026, I pray that my work in Congress reflects the faith that guides my life, working diligently, listening carefully, and always putting Alabama first.”

U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Saks)

“In 2026 I will be squarely focused on pursuing Alabama’s priorities, including passing the FY2027 NDAA to ensure a ready, capable, and lethal fighting force.”

U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover)

“I don’t make resolutions, I set priorities. My priorities will be giving people more choice in their health care plans, lowering the cost of health insurance, bringing price transparency to health care, and eliminating our reliance on China for materials essential to our economic security and national security.”

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise)

“My New Year’s resolution is to spend less time listening to bureaucrats, more time listening to the people of Alabama, and all of my time putting Alabama and America First. Same mission since I first got elected, just a new calendar year.”

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Huntsville)

“My resolution for 2026 is simple: to continue turning conservative priorities into real results, champion North Alabama’s capabilities, and support the permanent relocation of U.S. Space Command headquarters to Redstone Arsenal.”

Grayson Everett is the editor in chief of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @Grayson270.

Every member of Alabama’s delegation in the U.S. House of Representatives voted in favor of releasing the Epstein files.

The Epstein Files Transparency Act passed the chamber by a 427-1, with Rep. Clay Higgins (R-La.) casting the only “no” vote.

“Today, I voted to release the Epstein Files to build on the transparency that President Trump’s Department of Justice and House Oversight Committee Republicans are already working to ensure in their investigation,” U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) said.

“I applaud President Trump for supporting the release of these files and will continue working with his administration to get answers for the American people while also protecting innocent victims. President Trump has always led the charge to fight weaponized government that protects the elites, and any suggestion otherwise is a lie meant to distract and divide Republicans as we fight to save America by enacting his agenda.”

The bill directs the Department of Justice to release the files related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

“The release of these documents, along with [GOP Oversight]’s thorough investigation, bring us closer to providing the victims of Jeffery Epstein with the justice they deserve,” U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) said.

“I hope these documents will provide the American people with answers and result in those that committed wrongdoing being held accountable.”

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The legislation received a rare, bipartisan mark of approval from the delegation.

“I believe transparency is always the best policy,” U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (D-Birmingham) said. “And the American people and those victims deserve to know.”

https://x.com/RepTerriSewell/status/1990868798807679110

The measure now heads to the U.S. Senator for approval.

Yaffee is a contributing writer to Yellowhammer News and hosts “The Yaffee Program” weekdays 9-11 a.m. on WVNN. You can follow him on X @Yaffee

Following several high-profile endorsement pickups by U.S. Rep. Barry Moore from Republican colleagues in the higher chamber, U.S. Senator Tim Sheehy (R-Montana) announced his support on Monday for contender and fellow U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson.

Hudson, Moore, and Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall are running to fill the vacancy left in Alabama’s U.S. Senate seat left by U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), who decided to become governor rather than senator in 2026.

Sheehy, who served as a Navy SEAL officer in Afghanistan and Iraq before becoming a successful entrepreneur and now U.S. Senator, praised Hudson as a warrior ready to serve with conviction and courage.

“Washington is full of career politicians and lawyers. Jared Hudson is a warrior,” said Sheehy.

“He has fought for this country, defends children and families, and lives his faith in service. Alabama deserves a fighter who puts the people before themselves, and Jared Hudson is that man.”

Hudson, a decorated Navy SEAL veteran, small business owner, and CEO of Covenant Rescue Group, a nonprofit combating human trafficking, said he was honored to have Sheehy’s support.

“Senator Sheehy is a warrior, a patriot, and a man who understands what service and sacrifice really mean,” said Hudson. “We both came from outside the political system to stand up for America’s families, rebuild our strength, and defend what matters most: faith, freedom, and our future.”

According to Hudson’s campaign Sheehy’s endorsement indicates the continued development of a surging grassroots movement ready to send an Alabama First Warrior to Washington.

Hudson and his wife live in Jefferson County with their three daughters. Hudson previously ran as a Republican for Sheriff of Jefferson County.

The 2026 Alabama Republican Party primary election will be held on May 19, 2026 — now less than 200 days away.

Grayson Everett is the editor in chief of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @Grayson270.

On Sunday, President Donald Trump endorsed all four Republican incumbent members of Alabama’s U.S. House delegation seeking reelection in 2026.

However, he left one unaddressed: Alabama’s open, competitive 1st Congressional District.

Trump threw his support behind U.S. Reps. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville), Mike Rogers (R-Saks), Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) and Dale Strong (R-Huntsville). He praised their work on his “America First” agenda.

The 1st District was the lone exception made by President Trump as the race heats up in Alabama.

The south Alabama seat is open in 2026 as Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) seeks the open U.S. Senate seat, setting off a scramble among Republicans along the Gulf Coast. Former U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl has launched a comeback bid and State Rep. Rhett Marques (R-Enterprise) has entered the race with a strong early fundraising haul and a swath of heavyweight endorsements.

Below are President Trump’s endorsements of each incumbent official:

U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Saks)

Congressman Mike Rogers is doing a truly fantastic job representing the Great People of Alabama’s 3rd Congressional District! As the first Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee from Alabama, Mike is working tirelessly to advance our AMERICA FIRST Agenda. He knows the Wisdom and Courage required to Defend our Country, Support our incredible Military/Veterans, and Ensure PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH. In Congress, Mike is working tirelessly to Grow our Economy, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Promote MADE IN THE U.S.A., Champion American Energy DOMINANCE, Keep our now very Secure Border, SECURE, Stop Migrant Crime, and Defend our always under siege Second Amendment. Mike Rogers has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election – HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!

U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville)

Congressman Robert Aderholt is a Tremendous Champion for Alabama’s 4th Congressional District! As a Member of the POWERFUL House Appropriations Committee, Robert knows the America First Policies required to Create GREAT Jobs, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Promote MADE IN THE U.S.A., Unleash American Energy Dominance, Champion our Amazing Farmers and Ranchers, and Advance our Nation’s Golden Age. He is also fighting tirelessly to Keep our now very Secure Border, SECURE, Strengthen our incredible Military/Veterans, and Defend our always under siege Second Amendment. Robert Aderholt has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election — HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!

U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover)

Congressman Gary Palmer is doing a fantastic job representing the incredible people of Alabama’s 6th Congressional District! Gary is a Conservative Warrior who has strong support from his Community. In Congress, he is working hard to Grow our Economy, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Promote MADE IN THE U.S.A., Unleash American Energy DOMINANCE, Advance Election Integrity, Keep our now very Secure Border, SECURE, Stop Migrant Crime, Strengthen our Military/Veterans, and Protect our always under siege Second Amendment. Gary Palmer has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election — HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Huntsville)

Congressman Dale Strong is a terrific Representative for the incredible people of Alabama’s 5th Congressional District! Dale has a Strong Record of SUCCESS, and compelling support from his Community. In Congress, he is fighting tirelessly to Champion our Amazing Farmers and Ranchers, Grow our Economy, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Promote MADE IN THE U.S.A., Unleash American Energy DOMINANCE, Keep our now very Secure Border, SECURE, Stop Migrant Crime, Advocate for our Great Military/Veterans, and Protect our always under siege Second Amendment. Dale Strong has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election — HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!

President Trump also did not make endorsements in Alabama’s 2nd and 7th Congressional Districts, occupied by Democrat U.S. Reps. Terri Sewell (D-Birmingham) and Shomari Figures (D-Mobile).

The 2026 Alabama Republican Party primary elections will be held May 19 — now less than 200 days away.

Grayson Everett is the editor in chief of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @Grayson270.

The candidates for Alabama’s open U.S. Senate seat filed their third-quarter campaign finance reports with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) on Wednesday.

Despite trailing Steve Marshall by over 20 points in a poll conducted last month, U.S. Rep. Barry Moore far outpaced the Alabama Attorney General in fundraising. From July to September, Moore hauled in a reported $518,556 to Marshall’s $417,890.

Since officially entering the race in August, Moore has solicited $778,358.91 in contributions and possesses $557,279.42 in cash on hand. $399,968.52 — or roughly 77% — of Moore’s third-quarter donations came from individuals, while $114,024 came from political action committees.

Marshall, conversely, declared his candidacy in late May. Since then, he has raised $824,208.43 and currently has $555,553.49 in cash on hand. $361,047.82 — or roughly 86% — of Marshall’s third-quarter donations came from individuals, while $14,500 came from political action committees. Marshall also transferred $42,343.02 from another campaign committee he controls.

Marshall outspent his main opponent during the quarter: the Attorney General reported $245,291.48 in disbursements, including $1,100 in contribution refunds, while Moore reported $214,044.40 in disbursements, including $22,000 in contribution refunds. Both candidates spent significant amounts of money on fundraising, consulting, and digital services.

However, Marshall and Moore aren’t the only Republicans vying to replace U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville, who is relinquishing office to run for governor.

Jared Hudson, a former Navy SEAL, reported $330,885.10 in Q3 donations, all of which came from individuals. After spending $174,972.19 during the quarter, Hudson enters October with $357,038.65 in cash on hand.

Businessman and farmer Rodney Walker accumulated $389,418.78, a feat he accomplished by giving his campaign a $325,000 loan, contributing $50,000 of his own money, and transferring $14,392.75 from another campaign committee he controls. Just $26.03 of his fundraising total was reported to be from parties other than himself. Walker maintains $359,887.26 in cash on hand.

Charles Vaughan is a contributing writer for Yellowhammer News.

7. There was a good portion of Charlie Kirk news on the founder of Turning Point USA’s birthday as President Donald Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, a memorial mural honoring the late conservative activist went up in Hanceville, and the State Department announced visa revocations for foreigners celebrating Kirk’s assassination.

6. A leaked private chat among Young Republicans revealed a treasure trove of racist, anti-semitic, and generally stupid comments that the media will insist represent the private feelings of every conservative-leaning in the country. Meanwhile network silence from ABC, CBS, and NBC on Virginia Democratic AG candidate Jay Jones’ violent text scandal has drawn criticism for media bias.

5. U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) endorsed U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) for Alabama’s open U.S. Senate seat, praising his conservative record and leadership on issues like border security and election integrity.

4. Alabama leaders celebrated the completion of a six-year, $350 million project by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to enlarge the Mobile Ship Channel, making it deeper and wider, and making the Port of Mobile the deepest container port on the Gulf of Mexico, which will have statewide economic benefits.

3. The Israel-Hamas ceasefire, brokered by President Donald Trump, entered its fifth day with all 20 living hostages released and four hostages’ remains returned; but issues with the return of the remains of hostages, Israel dialing back more aid, and Hamas killing Palestinians remain.

2. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors have separately declared emergencies over anticipated ICE raids under President Trump’s mass deportation policy, with Johnson ordering city departments to limit cooperation with federal agents and LA County approving $2.5 million for legal aid and shelter to illegal immigrants.

1. Republicans are blaming the ongoing government shutdown, now in its 14th day, on the nationwide “No Kings” protests scheduled for Saturday, with events in 12 Alabama cities, including Huntsville, Montgomery, Birmingham, and Mobile, organized by groups like Indivisible to oppose President Donald Trump’s policies.

Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN.

Former U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl turned heads on Thursday at an Eastern Shore Republican Women’s congressional candidate forum when he said Donald Trump is soon to be a “lame duck” president.

Carl, who is running to win back his old U.S. House seat, told the politically involved crowd that, if elected, he’d return to key committees and fight the fight alongside President Trump.

But then he added a line that seems to forecast his outlook on returning to Congress in 2027 if elected in 2026.

“This will be Trump’s last two years in office. They’re known as a lame duck,” Carl said.

The event, hosted by the Eastern Shore Republican Women at the Fairhope Yacht Club yesterday, featured Carl and his GOP primary opponent, State Rep. Rhett Marques (R-Enterprise).

The “lame duck” label is unusual rhetoric for a Republican primary in deep-red South Alabama. Alabama’s 1st District is currently occupied by U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enteprise), who is repeatedly recognized as one of the most conservative members of Congress.

Moore defeated Carl in a 2024 head-to-head primary election when the two former colleagues were pitted against each other after federal court-ordered redistricting of Alabama’s congressional maps.

Carl’s lead opponent in 2026, State Rep. Rhett Marques, is a first-time federal candidate who has already garnered some big-ticket support, including from U.S. Senator Katie Britt, Speaker of the Alabama House of Representatives Nathaniel Ledbetter (R-Rainsville), and three dozen fellow GOP state legislative colleagues.

While Marques didn’t directly address Carl’s “lame duck” label of President Trump directly on Thursday during the forum, he cast himself as a dependable vote for Trump’s agenda with a track record of getting things done as a lawmaker.

“I’m very proud of what we’ve done over the last seven years as a State Representative – and when I go to D.C. – I’m going to continue fighting just like I have at the State House for our families, our children, our military, our farmers, the economy, our education,” Marques said.

“And I’m going to do that by supporting Senator Britt and the rest of the Alabama Republican delegation and passing President Trump’s agenda. I can say that because that’s exactly what we have done as a State Representative… Over the last seven years – and I will continue that.”

Grayson Everett is the editor in chief of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @Grayson270.

State Sen. Donnie Chesteen (R-Geneva) announced his endorsement of Rhett Marques in his campaign for Alabama’s 1st Congressional District, adding to the state lawmaker’s impressive list of supporters including U.S. Senator Katie Britt, Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter and nearly three dozen Republican state lawmakers.

“Rhett Marques is a man of integrity who has accomplished a great deal in the Alabama legislature,” Chesteen, a hopeful future of constituent of Marques, said.

“He is a conservative Republican who gets things done and I look forward to having him represent me, my family and all of the constituents in the 1st Congressional District in DC.”

Chesteen represents parts of Dale, Geneva and Houston counties in the Alabama State senate. All three counties lie within the congressional district Marques seeks to represent.

“I am grateful to have Senator Chesteen’s support,” Marques said. “To serve alongside him has been an absolute honor.”

Marques is running for the seat being vacated by U.S. Rep. Barry Moore, who is running for U.S. Senate in 2026.

Marques, who also filled Moore’s shoes in the Alabama Legislature when he made his initial bid for U.S. House, has served in his seat for the last 7 years.

He faces Jerry Carl, who is running for his old job in Congress after being defeated by Moore in 2024.

The Republican primary election will be held on May 19, 2026.

Grayson Everett is the editor in chief of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @Grayson270.

Fresh off an endorsement from the Alabama Farmers Federations, Attorney General and U.S. Senate candidate Steve Marshall used a Wednesday radio hit to weigh in on a potential Paul Finebaum U.S. Senate bid in 2026.

In an interview with “The Jeff Poor Show” on FM Talk 1065, Marshall spoke about Finebaum possibly becoming one of his opponents. He gave a short but firm answer.

“Now look, if Paul gets in it, he will have an opportunity to share a vision for what he believes,” Marshall said.

“And so he described President Trump as ‘acting like a child.’ President Trump rightfully was concerned about people kneeling during the national anthem as a form of protest, and how disrespectful that was. Not only to our flag but to our nation. If he believes that’s the way that we ought to act, I’m sure that voters of Alabama will have a response to that.”

Marshall was referring to Finebaum’s past on-air criticism of Donald Trump during the NFL national-anthem protests, at one point saying the president was “acting like a child.”

Reacting to the ALFA endorsement, Marshall said:

“I am humbled and really appreciative of having the support of farmers throughout Alabama. As you well know, ALFA is probably the largest grassroots organization in the state, and it is truly driven by local communities making decisions about who they want to serve in elected office. For me, the endorsement for our next United States Senator, but very appreciative of that, I think what they had the ability to do is to evaluate what I’ve done now, for almost nine years as attorney general, how we’ve been responsive to the issues that affect our agriculture community, and how they believe I can be effective in Congress in trying to address the issues that affect Alabama farmers daily.”

When asked what sort of measures need to be taken in the U.S. Senate that would affect Alabama farmers, Marshall spoke to kitchen table topics.

“Number one, I think we got to remember that while agriculture is a significant driver of our economy, over $51 billion economic impact Alabama, the Alabama farmers truly are kind of that cultural centering spot of who we are as a state. I mean, the family farm really is what made Alabama great,” Marshall said.

“And so I think what farmers are looking for is not only what impacts the economic side of their jobs, but also kind of the very principal things that they care about, just with faith, family and freedom. And so as the United States Senator, I need to be able to deliver on both of those fundamentals that we got to get a farm bill passed. And while the big, beautiful Bill obviously had some impact to be able to help farmers relating to reference prices that they can depend on for commodities that they’re growing. You know, they have faced maybe the most significant impact of the Biden inflation. It involves costs and how it is that they make a living. I think farmers tell me, kind of jokingly: Say, we we sell it wholesale and buy retail, right? I mean, it’s not the easiest thing to do to be able to make a living, and we want to be able to cultivate and secure our national security, both with food security and the ability of farmers to be able to make a living. We need to be able to do things that support them. And so a farm bill is important. Reference prices are important. And you also continue to adhere to a program that is important to many throughout Alabama, and you know, excessive fees and costs being associated with that, and we need to make sure that’s affordable program that they can be.”

As state attorney general and former district attorney of Marshall County, Marshall says he has encountered a “sad” situation. He said many law enforcement officers do not encourage their sons and daughters to go into law enforcement “because I don’t see that as being the life that they need moving forward. We’ve got to change that,”

Jeff Poor asked Marshall how his campaign for U.S. Senate is going. Marshall said “good” and mentioned endorsements he has received, specifically Associated Builders and Contractors.

The Republican primary for U.S. Senate is on May 19, 2026.

Marshall so far faces five opponents: Congressman Barry Moore (R-Enterprise); Jared Hudson, tactical training business owner and GOP nominee for Sheriff of Jefferson County in 2022; Morgan Murphy, former national security advisor to Sen. Tuberville; Jerey Spratling, real estate investor; and Rodney Walker, wholesale fuel company CEO. Other candidates may enter the race in advance of the January 23, 2026 qualifying deadline.

Jim Zig Zeigler is a contributing writer for Yellowhammer News. His beat includes the positive and colorful about Alabama – her people, events, groups and prominent deaths. He is a former State Auditor and Public Service Commissioner. You can reach him at ZeiglerElderCare@yahoo.com

Alabama’s farmers are at the heart of our economy and our way of life. From the peanut fields of the Wiregrass to the cattle ranches of the Black Belt, agriculture is more than an industry in our state, it’s a calling.

I grew up on a family farm in Coffee County, went to Auburn where I studied poultry science, then worked with producers each day delivering products to make their operations run efficiently. I know firsthand that farming isn’t just an occupation. It’s about providing for America, being good stewards of the land, and passing something down to the next generation.

As a proud member of the Agriculture Committee from my first day in Congress, I have worked to deliver commonsense solutions to the challenges our producers face. I have helped lead the charge to push back on the Biden Administration’s disastrous rule that altered the Adverse Effective Wage Rate (AEWR) methodology for H-2A agricultural workers, inflating the cost of farm labor.

Alabama’s farmers already have to deal with skyrocketing input prices, the Biden Administration’s change would have been yet another devastating financial hit.

I have also pushed for practical reforms that make life better for rural communities. I’ve cosponsored legislation to expand disaster insurance programs, strengthen feral swine eradication efforts, and give rural utility providers more flexibility in serving families across Alabama.

I’ve supported legislation to safeguard farmland from foreign adversaries, modernize forestry data, and protect access for hunters and anglers who contribute so much to our outdoor economy. In President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill, I also voted for an increase to the Agricultural Risk Coverage guarantee, because our farmers deserve a strong safety net

Every vote, every cosponsorship, and every letter has been rooted in one guiding principle – giving Alabama farmers the tools and freedom they need to thrive.

But more important than the bills I’ve supported and the letters I’ve signed are the relationships I’ve built with those I represent.

It is a priority for me to stay connected with agriculture groups and producers across our state.

I have visited farms across Alabama to hear directly from the men and women on the ground about what’s working and what isn’t. I have hosted roundtables with farmers, ranchers, and agribusiness leaders to ensure that their voices are shaping the policies I advance. And I’ve fought to make sure their priorities – from crop insurance improvements to regulatory reform – are front and center in every debate, not just when Congress is negotiating the Farm Bill.

Alabama Farmers Federation (ALFA), the Alabama Cattleman’s Association, Southern Cotton Growers and the Alabama Peanut Producers Association are just a few of the groups that have provided input that has been invaluable in this work. Their members don’t just know about agriculture – they live it every single day. I am proud to continue working with them to deliver real results for Alabama producers.

Together, we can keep Alabama farms strong and create new opportunities for the next generation of producers.

The challenges facing agriculture today are real, but I believe Alabama’s producers can meet these challenges head-on.

Giving them the tools they need to continue putting food on our tables is one of my biggest priorities, and I look forward to continuing this work as the House Agriculture Committee develops Farm Bill 2.0 legislation to finish the good work we started in the One, Big Beautiful Bill.

I’ll never stop standing up for Alabama’s agriculture community, because when our farmers succeed, Alabama thrives.

Barry Moore serves as the U.S. Representative for Alabama’s 1st Congressional District. First elected to the U.S. House in 2020, he served for two terms as Alabama’s 2nd District Congressional representative. He is a former state legislator, businessman, and U.S. Army National Guard veteran. He is also a candidate for U.S. Senate in the 2026 Alabama Republican Party primary election.

A former top aide to U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) and recent White House official, Morgan Murphy, will launch a Republican bid for Alabama’s open U.S. Senate seat at an event in Birmingham this evening, according to a news report from USA Today. 

Murphy, 53, is a captain in the U.S. Navy Reserve and a first-time candidate who drew national attention for helping engineer Tuberville’s monthslong blockade of military promotions over the Biden Pentagon’s military abortion travel policy, which was eventually reversed.

He left a White House public-diplomacy role last week ahead of the announcement.

“I feel called to run because President Trump’s America first agenda is the first political movement in my lifetime that made sense to me,” Murphy told USA Today.

He said he wants Trump’s “common-sense approach to government [to] last not just another three-and-a-half years while he’s in office but well beyond.”

“You better believe President Trump and Coach Tuberville both demand excellence on every level,” he said. “I’m proud to have worked for both men and will make it my mission to continue their fight in the U.S. Senate for years to come.”

Murphy’s résumé spans media and national security: stints at Southern Living and Forbes preceded work as press secretary to former Acting Defense Secretary Chris Miller and as a senior fellow at the America First Policy Institute, along with White House and State Department public-diplomacy roles.

Murphy also told USA Today that he has informed the White House of his plans and spoken with Tuberville.

“The president likes to back winners, and I want to get out on the campaign trail and prove that I have support before I ask him for his support.”

Alabama’s 2026 U.S. Senate race could be heavily influenced by an endorsement from President Donald Trump.

But Murphy is joining a field of candidates that include U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise), Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, and former U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson.

On his already-launched campaign website, Murphy describes his platform as an extension of Trump-era “America First” priorities and “Coach’s values” in the U.S. Senate.

Grayson Everett is the editor in chief of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @Grayson270.

Last week, the House passed two important bills to get tough on crime right here in Washington, D.C. For too long, the nation’s capital has been run by soft-on-crime politicians who seem more concerned with protecting criminals than protecting American families. 

These new bills take a step toward bringing the same brand of common sense, tough on crime policy found in Alabama to Washington.

The first measure, the DC CRIMES Act, lowers the age for “youth offender” status from 24 down to 18. That means if you’re a 20-year-old carjacker, you don’t get treated like a child – you get treated like the adult criminal you are.

The bill also requires the D.C. Attorney General to publish crime data online so citizens can finally see the truth about what’s happening in their neighborhoods.

The second, the D.C. Juvenile Sentencing Reform Act, says that if you’re 14 years old and commit violent crimes like murder, armed robbery, or first-degree sexual abuse, you can be tried as an adult.

Actions have consequences, and no community can survive if repeat violent offenders are back on the street the next day.

That’s how we do it in Alabama. We back the blue, we hold criminals accountable, and we put victims first.

Senator Tommy Tuberville recently said he would welcome the National Guard to Alabama cities if that’s what it took to keep our people safe. That’s not because Alabama is lawless – it’s because we refuse to let it become lawless. Folks in Washington can learn a lot from that mindset.

This is exactly the kind of leadership President Trump has called for.

Since he brought the National Guard to D.C., violent crime has fallen, police finally have the resources and backing they needed to do their job, and law-abiding citizens – not criminals – are the priority.

It’s no wonder local businesses in Memphis are already voicing support for his decision to send the National Guard there next. 

If D.C. officials want to continue to have safer streets, they need to start taking cues from Alabama. I will continue to support policies that ensure our Nation’s capital becomes a safer place to live and visit. 

 Whether you are walking the streets of Mobile or the National Mall, every American deserves to enjoy their community without fear.

Barry Moore serves as the U.S. Representative for Alabama’s 1st Congressional District. First elected to the U.S. House in 2020, he served for two terms as Alabama’s 2nd District Congressional representative. He is a former state legislator, businessman, and U.S. Army National Guard veteran. He is also a candidate for U.S. Senate in the 2026 Alabama Republican Party primary election. 

There is talk of a statue honoring Charlie Kirk at the U.S. Capitol, but that seems unlikely despite how appropriate it might be.

Listen to the college kids that Kirk spoke to every day, and you will see that a statue on college campuses makes far more sense, because the anger they will create only proves Kirk’s entire point.

A statue there would honor Kirk and show how depraved his enemies are as they attack a statue to free speech.

Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN

According to fresh polling, sitting Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall holds an early lead in the state’s U.S. Senate race while the rest of Alabama’s 2026 statewide races remain up in the air.

The Alabama Poll was recently re-established by Michael Lowry, a former Chief of Staff to U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville).

Between August 24 and August 26, it surveyed 600 Alabama residents likely to vote in the May 2026 Republican primary.

The poll found that Marshall is winning the battle for U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville’s (R-Auburn) soon-to-be-vacated seat with the support of 37% of respondents.

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore is in second with 16%, while former Navy SEAL Jared Hudson trails with 7%.

Marshall, who has served as Alabama’s attorney general since 2017, has spent over eight years in statewide office and enjoys the advantage of name recognition — just 21% of respondents say they do not know who he is.

Moore, on the other hand, has represented the state in the U.S. House since 2021, but his name recognition is limited outside of south Alabama — 40% of respondents say they don’t know who he is.

Hudson, who ran for sheriff of Jefferson County in 2022 but has never held office, has a lot of ground to make up on the name recognition front — 62% of respondents say they don’t know who he is.

Thus, Moore will have to spend more time and money establishing himself with voters than Marshall will. 40% of poll respondents remain undecided, and Moore will accumulate supporters as his name recognition grows, but the Congressman faces an uphill battle.

Marshall is a popular incumbent, enjoying a favorability ratio of 47% to 14%. He sports a ratio of 33% to 18% in the Mobile media market — Moore’s home base. 

To shake up the race, Moore will attempt to score the backing of Donald Trump, as will Marshall. It is currently unclear whether the president plans to choose sides, but his endorsement would almost certainly be decisive, as 88% of respondents approve of the commander-in-chief.

Moore proudly claims  to be the first elected official to have endorsed Trump, having spoken at his 2015 Mobile rally as a State Rep., and is a member of the House Freedom Caucus, widely regarded as the chamber’s most conservative bloc.

Marshall is a leading legal figure in the American conservative movement. He fought a wide range of Biden-era policies in court, saying that “any day” he can sue Joe Biden “is a good day.”

In the race for lieutenant governor, sitting Alabama secretary of state Wes Allen leads sitting Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture Rick Pate 28% to 12%, but 61% of voters say they’re still undecided.

Allen represented HD89 from 2018 to 2022 prior to becoming secretary of state, while Pate was the mayor of Lowndesboro for 15 years before being elected to his current position in 2019.

Jay Mitchell holds a 13% to 7% lead over Pamela Casey in the battle for Attorney General, with Katherine Robertson trailing at 6%.

Mitchell, a former justice of the Alabama Supreme Court, is the frontrunner, while Casey, District Attorney of Blount County, and Robertson, former chief counsel for the Alabama Attorney General’s Office, have a lot of ground to cover to catch up. 

Despite a slow start in the polls, Robertson has Marshall’s endorsement.

According to campaign finance reports filed with the Alabama Secretary of State’s Campaign Finance Division, she received a $1 million donation in June, the largest single contribution ever reported in a statewide race.

Mitchell, the race’s fundraising leader with nearly $2 million on hand, has criticized Robertson for taking out-of-state “dark money” contributions — her summer windfall came from the Nashville-based First Principles Action Inc., a group with no donor list.

Current state auditor Andrew Sorrell and Caroleene Dobson, the Republican nominee for Congress during last year’s AL-2 election, are competing to replace Allen as Alabama’s Secretary of State.

Sorrell, who represented HD3 from 2018 until 2022, holds a slight advantage, with 20% of respondents pledging him their support. At 16%, Dobson is close behind him. 64% of voters remain undecided.

The candidates poll nearly identically in favorability and name recognition, but Dobson has a fundraising advantage with $647,266.76 on hand compared to her opponent’s $301,872.75.

The race for agriculture commissioner has the highest percentage of undecided voters, with 77%.

Three contenders lead the way: State Sen. Jack Williams (R-Wilmer), businesswoman and farmer Christina Woerner McInnis, and Douglas Mayor Corey Hill. Williams, who has served in the state legislature since 2014, leads the polls at 10%, while McInnis sits at 7% and Hill sits at 6%.

With $505,467.31 on hand, Williams has the most available campaign funds. McInnis has $448,153.31, and Hill has $122,096.71.

Charles Vaughan is a contributing writer for Yellowhammer News.

The Petroleum and Convenience Marketers Association of Alabama announced its endorsement of State Rep. Rhett Marques in his campaign for Alabama’s 1st Congressional District on Friday, marking the state lawmaker’s first endorsement from a major trade association.

P&CMA, which represents hundreds of small business owners across Alabama’s petroleum and convenience marketing industry, cited Marques’ proven track record of standing up for job creators and advancing pro-business policies during his service in the Alabama Legislature.

“Rhett has been a champion for small business owners, always having their backs in the Alabama Legislature. We know that he will continue to fight for our members when he’s elected to Congress, and we are excited to give him our full support,” said Bart Fletcher, President of P&CMA.

On Friday, Marques (R-Enterprise) said P&CMA members play a tremendous role in the state’s economy.

“The petroleum and convenience industry is a cornerstone of our communities, providing jobs, services, and opportunities across Alabama. I am honored to have P&CMA’s trust and support, and I look forward to continuing to be their voice in Washington,” Marques said.

Marques is running for U.S. Rep. Barry Moore’s (R-Enterprise) seat in Congress as he runs statewide for the U.S. Senate.

Earlier this month, he announced he will square off with Jerry Carl, who is running for his old seat after being defeated by Moore amid federal redistricting.

A first time federal candidate, Marques is picking up steam quickly.

He was endorsed right out of the gate by Alabama’s most popular elected  official, U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery), and yesterday, by Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter (R-Rainsville) and 31 conservative colleagues in the Alabama House.

Grayson Everett is the editor in chief of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @Grayson270.

Alabama Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter and 31 members of the House Republican Caucus have endorsed State Rep. Rhett Marques in his bid for Alabama’s open 1st Congressional District in 2026.

This signals another major, early show of in-state support for the Wiregrass lawmaker after U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) also made a powerful day-one endorsement.

“I am honored to have the support of so many of the men and women that I have worked with in the legislature,” Marques (R-Enterprise) said.

“While President Trump was providing tax relief to Americans with the One Big Beautiful Bill, we were working on the state level in the Alabama legislature slashing the state tax on groceries, eliminating the state tax on diapers and baby supplies that are critical for young families, and implementing a substantial tax relief package providing relief for our seniors.”

Speaker Ledbetter (R-Rainsville) praised Marques’s tenure in the Alabama Legislature, saying the Enterprise Republican “has proven himself to be a strong conservative who always puts the needs of our state first.”

“He has helped deliver over $1.5 billion in tax cuts to the people of Alabama, supported our state’s economy through key workforce development initiatives, bolstered public safety by supporting law enforcement and fighting illegal immigration, and much more,” Speaker Ledbetter said.

“His record speaks for itself, and while I certainly hate to lose him in the State Legislature, he is the exact kind of leader Alabama’s First Congressional District needs in Washington, D.C.”

Endorsing State Representatives:

Marques is a lifelong Republican born and raised in Baldwin County. He now represents District 91 and is building a “Wiregrass-to-coast” coalition in the race.

Also in the race is Jerry Carl, who is running for his old seat after redistricting forced him out of the seat in 2024 to U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise), and Joshua McKee, a former U.S. Special Forces operator.

The seat will be open in the 2026 cycle with Moore opting instead to run statewide for U.S. Senate.

The Alabama Republican Party primary election is set for May 19, 2026.

Grayson Everett is the editor in chief of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @Grayson270.