Sen. Tommy Tuberville wins Republican primary for governor of Alabama
Tommy Tuberville clinches Alabama GOP governor primary with 87% of the vote, setting up a rematch against Democrat Doug Jones.
- On Tuesday, Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville won Alabama's Republican gubernatorial primary, securing the party's nomination with a commanding victory. He is now the presumptive favorite to become the state's next governor this fall.
- Choosing to forgo a second Senate term, Tuberville entered the race as the presumptive frontrunner. He consolidated early support, positioning himself as the clear choice for the gubernatorial nomination.
- Seven Republican candidates appeared on the ballot, including Rep. Barry Moore and Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall. Tuberville defeated challengers like businessman Will Santivasci and Ken McFeeters, whose residency lawsuit was dismissed by a judge.
- Heading into the general election on November 3, 2026, Tuberville is considered the heavy favorite. The campaign will now shift to the general-election phase as the party prepares for the upcoming November contest.
- Several Democratic candidates are vying for the nomination to oppose Tuberville, including former Senator Doug Jones, who served in the Senate before his defeat. The field includes businessman Will Boyd and other contenders seeking to challenge the Republican nominee.
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Tommy Tuberville secures GOP nomination for Alabama governor; faces Democrat Doug Jones again
Senator Tommy Tuberville secured the Republican nomination for Alabama governor, while former Senator Doug Jones won the Democratic primary. This sets up a highly anticipated rematch between the two figures who previously competed in the 2020 Senate race, with Tuberville now positioned as the likely next chief executive of the deep-red state.
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