2026 United States Senate election in Alabama
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The 2026 United States Senate election in Alabama will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect a member of the United States Senate to represent the state of Alabama. Incumbent Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville, who was first elected in 2020 with 60.1% of the vote,[1] initially ran for re-election, but instead chose to run for governor of Alabama in 2026.[2] Primary elections will be held on May 19, 2026.[3] If no candidate achieves a majority in the primary, a run-off election will follow on June 16, 2026.
This will be the first open race for this Class II seat since 1996.[a]
This election will take place alongside races for U.S. House, governor, state senate, state house, and numerous other state and local offices.
Republican primary
Candidates
Declared
- Seth Burton, business development director and former Navy nuclear submarine commander[4]
- Dale Shelton Deas Jr., cardiac surgeon and biomedical engineer[5]
- Jared Hudson, tactical training business owner and nominee for Jefferson County sheriff in 2022[6]
- Steve Marshall, attorney general of Alabama (2017–present)[7]
- Barry Moore, U.S. representative from AL-1 (2021–present)[8]
- Morgan Murphy, former national security advisor to incumbent Tommy Tuberville[9]
- Rodney Walker, wholesale fuel company CEO[10]
Withdrawn
- Tommy Tuberville, incumbent U.S. senator (running for governor)[2]
Declined
- Will Ainsworth, Lieutenant Governor of Alabama (2019–present)[11]
- Mo Brooks, former U.S. representative from AL-5 (2011–2023) and candidate for U.S. Senate in 2017 and 2022 (running for state representative)[12]
- Paul Finebaum, sports radio personality[13]
- A. J. McCarron, professional football player (ran for lieutenant governor)[14]
- Gary Palmer, U.S. representative from Alabama's 6th congressional district (2015–present) (running for re-election)[15]
- Bruce Pearl, former coach of Auburn Tigers men's basketball[16]
- Dale Strong, U.S. representative from AL-5 (2023–present) (running for re-election)[17]
Endorsements
Jared Hudson
- U.S. senators
- Markwayne Mullin, Oklahoma (2023–present)[18]
- Tim Sheehy, Montana (2025–present)[19]
- Individuals
- Riley Gaines, conservative activist[20]
Steve Marshall
- Executive branch officials
- Tony Perkins, former chair of the Commission on International Religious Freedom (2019–2020)[21]
- Organizations
Barry Moore
- Executive branch officials
- Donald Trump, president of the United States (2017–2021, 2025–present)[24]
- JD Vance, vice president of the United States (2025–present)[25]
- U.S. senators
- Ted Budd, North Carolina (2023–present)[26]
- Steve Daines, Montana (2015–present)[27]
- Cynthia Lummis, Wyoming (2021–present)[28]
- Bernie Moreno, Ohio (2025–present)[29]
- U.S. representatives
- Tim Burchett, TN-2 (2019–present)[30]
- Jim Jordan, OH-4 (2007–present)[31]
- David McIntosh, former IN-02 (1995–2001)[32]
- Glenn Thompson, PA-15 (2009–present)[33]
- Organizations
Morgan Murphy
- Executive branch officials
- Ezra Cohen, former acting Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security (2020–2021)[36]
- Keith Kellogg, U.S. Special Envoy for Ukraine (2025–present)[37]
- K. T. McFarland, former U.S. Deputy National Security Advisor (2017)[38]
- Christopher Miller, former acting U.S. secretary of defense (2020–2021)[38]
- Sean Spicer, former White House Press Secretary (2017)[38]
Debates and forums
| No. | Date | Host | Moderator | Link | Republican | Republican | Republican | Republican | Republican |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Key: P Participant A Absent N Not invited I Invited W Withdrawn |
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| Hudson | Marshall | Moore | Murphy | Walker | |||||
| 1[39] | January 5, 2026 | Mobile County GOP | N/A | N/A | P | A | A | P | P |
| 2[40] | January 8, 2026 | Eastern Shore Republican Women |
N/A | N/A | A | A | A | P | P |
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Jared Hudson (R) | $853,414 | $425,483 | $427,931 |
| Steve Marshall (R) | $1,152,702 | $590,728 | $561,974 |
| Barry Moore (R) | $1,358,869 | $642,805 | $842,220 |
| Rodney Walker (R) | $616,432 | $607,891 | $8,541 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[41] | |||
Polling
| Poll source | Date(s) administered |
Sample size[b] |
Margin of error |
Jared Hudson |
Steve Marshall |
Barry Moore |
Morgan Murphy |
Rodney Walker |
Other | Undecided |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Alabama Poll[42] | February 1–4, 2026 | 500 (LV) | ± 4.4% | 8% | 26% | 17% | 1% | 4% | N/a | 43% |
| Remington Research Group (R)[43] | January 16–19, 2026 | 775 (LV) | ± 3.5% | 10% | 26% | 13% | 1% | 2% | N/a | 48% |
| The Alabama Poll[44] | December 15, 2025 | 600 (LV) | ± 4.0% | 8% | 30% | 12% | 1% | 3% | N/a | 46% |
| Quantus Insights (R)[45] | October 13–14, 2025 | 1,050 (RV) | ± 3.2% | 27% | 24% | 9% | 2% | 2% | N/a | 36% |
| The Alabama Poll[46] | August 24–26, 2025 | 600 (LV) | ± 4.0% | 7% | 37% | 16% | N/a | 1% | N/a | 40% |
| McLaughlin & Associates (R)[47][c] | July 14–17, 2025 | 600 (LV) | ± 4.0% | 9% | 35% | 12% | N/a | N/a | N/a | 44% |
Hypothetical polling
| Poll source | Date(s) administered |
Sample size[b] |
Margin of error |
Will Ainsworth |
Caroleene Dobson |
Jared Hudson |
Steve Marshall |
Barry Moore |
Bruce Pearl |
Undecided |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cygnal (R)[48][d] | July 2025 | 400 (LV) | – | N/a | N/a | 3% | 24% | 9% | 13% | 51% |
| Remington Research Group (R)[49] | May 12–13, 2025 | 505 (LV) | ± 4.0% | N/a | 13% | N/a | 28% | 10% | N/a | 48% |
| 13% | 9% | N/a | 21% | N/a | 9% | 48% | ||||
| N/a | N/a | N/a | 37% | 11% | N/a | 52% |
Democratic primary
Candidates
Declared
- Dakarai Larriett, petcare business owner[50]
- Lamont Lavender, veteran[51]
- Kyle Sweetser, construction company owner and 2024 Democratic National Convention speaker[52]
- Mark Wheeler II, chemist[53]
- Everett Wess, attorney[54]
Withdrawn
- Greg Howard, podcaster (ran for U.S. House)[55]
Declined
- Doug Jones, former U.S. senator (2018–2021) (running for governor)[56]
Endorsements
Mark Wheeler II
- Organizations
Kyle Sweetser
- U.S. representatives
- Barbara Comstock, former VA-10 (2015–2019) (Republican)[58]
- Parker Griffith, former AL-05 (2009–2011)[e][58]
- Adam Kinzinger, former IL-16 (2011–2023) (Republican)[58]
- Joe Walsh, former IL-08 (2011–2013) (Democratic; elected as a Republican)[58]
- State legislators
- Anthony Daniels, minority leader of the Alabama House of Representatives (2017–present) from the 53rd district (2014–present)[58]
- Barbara Drummond, state representative from the 103rd district (2014–present)[58]
- Kenyatté Hassell, state representative from the 78th district (2021–present)[58]
- Patrice McClammy, state representative from the 76th district (2021–present)[58]
- Bobby Singleton, minority leader of the Alabama Senate (2019–present) from the 24th district (2005–present)[58]
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Dakarai Larriett (D) | $100,504 | $82,520 | $17,984 |
| Kyle Sweetser (D) | $115,088 | $94,121 | $20,967 |
| Mark Wheeler II (D) | $14,872 | $12,198 | $2,674 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[59] | |||
Third-party and independent candidates
Independents
Declared
- Craig Jelks, educator and candidate for mayor of Charleston, South Carolina in 2011[60]
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| Inside Elections[61] | Solid R | January 12, 2026 |
| The Cook Political Report[62] | Solid R | January 12, 2026 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[63] | Safe R | January 29, 2026 |
| Race To The WH[64] | Safe R | February 2, 2026 |
Notes
- ^ Luther Strange, the incumbent Senator at the time, ran for election to finish Jeff Sessions's term in 2017, but lost in the Republican primary to Roy Moore.
- ^ a b Key:
A – all adults
RV – registered voters
LV – likely voters
V – unclear - ^ Poll sponsored by Marshall's campaign
- ^ Poll commissioned by the Business Council of Alabama
- ^ Griffith was elected as a Democrat and switched to the Republican Party 11 months into his first term, he was also an Independent from 2013 to 2014. He became a Democrat again in 2014.
References
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- ^ a b Angle, Alex (May 27, 2025). "Tuberville to announce run for governor in 2026". Alabama Daily News. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ Cason, Mike (May 12, 2025). "The date of Alabama's landmark 2026 primary elections has changed: Here's why". AL.com. Retrieved August 1, 2025.
- ^ Everett, Grayson (January 23, 2026). "Full and final list of every candidate who qualified with the Alabama Republican Party for 2026". Yellowhammer News. Retrieved January 24, 2026.
- ^ Garrison, Greg (January 15, 2026). "Navy SEAL who fights child trafficking files for Alabama Senate seat". AL.com. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
As of Thursday, he was the fourth Republican senate candidate to file papers, following ... Dale Shelton Deas Jr.
- ^ Thomas, Erica (May 28, 2025). "'Fighter for Alabama': Former Navy SEAL Jared Hudson running for U.S. Senate". 1819 News. Retrieved May 28, 2025.
- ^ Chandler, Kim (May 29, 2025). "Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announces run for US Senate". Associated Press. Retrieved September 15, 2025.
- ^ Markus, Nicole (August 12, 2025). "Barry Moore announces run for Senate in Alabama". Politico. Retrieved August 12, 2025.
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- ^ Reyes, Luisa (August 1, 2025). "Rodney Walker's U.S. Senate Campaign Kickoff Announced for Thursday". The Alabama Gazette. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
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- ^ Taylor, Daniel (January 16, 2026). "Mo Brooks officially not running for office in 2026 — 'Family time is far more enjoyable'". 1819 News. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
- ^ Heim, Mark (December 2, 2025). "Paul Finebaum will not run for Tuberville's US Senate seat". AL.com. Retrieved December 2, 2025.
- ^ Taylor, Caleb (October 23, 2025). "Former Alabama, NFL quarterback AJ McCarron announces 2026 lieutenant governor run". 1819 News. Retrieved October 25, 2025.
- ^ Yaffee, Michael (April 29, 2025). "Gary Palmer rules out running for open U.S. Senate seat in 2026, grades President Trump's performance in first 100 days". Yellowhammer News. Retrieved April 30, 2025.
- ^ Everett, Grayson (September 22, 2025). "Report: Bruce Pearl not running for Alabama's open U.S. Senate seat in 2026". Yellowhammer News. Retrieved September 22, 2025.
- ^ Vincent, JJ (May 28, 2025). "Dale Strong to run for re-election in 2026, will not seek Tuberville's open Senate seat". WZDX. Retrieved May 28, 2025.
- ^ Everett, Grayson (December 17, 2025). "U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin backs Navy SEAL Jared Hudson in Alabama's 2026 U.S. Senate race". Yellowhammer News. Retrieved December 17, 2025.
- ^ Taylor, Caleb (November 4, 2025). "U.S. Sen. Tim Sheehy endorses Jared Hudson for Senate in 2026". 1819 News. Retrieved November 4, 2025.
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- ^ Baker, Trent (February 5, 2026). "'A standard bearer of faith, family, and freedom': Family Research Council's Tony Perkins endorses Marshall for U.S. Senate". 1819 News. Retrieved February 5, 2026.
- ^ Zeigler, Jim (October 1, 2025). "ALFA makes endorsements in 2026 Alabama statewide races". Yellowhammer News. Retrieved October 1, 2025.
- ^ Everett, Grayson (September 12, 2025). "Alabama Associated Builders and Contractors endorse Steve Marshall for U.S. Senate". Yellowhammer News. Retrieved September 12, 2025.
- ^ Everett, Grayson (January 17, 2026). "President Trump issues 'complete and total endorsement' of Barry Moore in Alabama's open U.S. Senate race in 2026". Yellowhammer News. Retrieved January 18, 2026.
- ^ Shipley, Austen (February 18, 2026). "'The entire administration is with us': Barry Moore touts endorsement from Vice President Vance in ongoing Senate campaign". 1819 News. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
- ^ Everett, Grayson (October 27, 2025). "U.S. Senator Ted Budd endorses Barry Moore for Senate: 'A MAGA conservative we can count on'". Yellowhammer News. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
- ^ "Senator Daines Backs Moore for Senate: "A Conservative Who Gets Things Done"". ALPolitics.com. October 29, 2025. Retrieved October 30, 2025.
- ^ "U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis endorses Barry Moore: 'Will be a powerful ally for economic freedom'". Yellowhammer News. January 28, 2026. Retrieved January 28, 2026.
- ^ Taylor, Caleb (December 12, 2025). "Ohio U.S. Sen. Moreno endorses Barry Moore for U.S. Senate in 2026". 1819 News. Retrieved December 12, 2025.
- ^ Taylor, Caleb (November 11, 2025). "U.S. Rep. Tim Burchett endorses Barry Moore for U.S. Senate in 2026". 1819 News. Retrieved November 11, 2025.
- ^ Taylor, Caleb (October 14, 2025). "U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan endorses Barry Moore for U.S. Senate". 1819 News. Retrieved October 14, 2025.
- ^ a b Poor, Jeff (January 18, 2026). "Barry Moore: 'Honored and thankful' for Trump support; Immediately lands Club for Growth endorsement". 1819 News. Retrieved January 19, 2026.
- ^ Chitwood, Bill (February 17, 2026). "GT Thompson Endorses Barry Moore in Alabama Senate Race". ALPolitics.com. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
- ^ Taylor, Caleb (August 20, 2025). "Senate Conservatives Fund endorses Barry Moore for Senate: 'Chance to be one of the all-time greats'". 1819 News. Retrieved August 21, 2025.
- ^ "Endorsement Archives". Republicans for National Renewal. Retrieved November 25, 2025.
- ^ Taylor, Caleb (October 7, 2025). "Fifth Trump administration official endorses Morgan Murphy for U.S. Senate in 2026". 1819 News. Retrieved October 7, 2025.
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- ^ Poor, Jeff (June 3, 2025). "Poll: Marshall tops Dobson, Moore, Pearl in speculative GOP U.S. Senate field". 1819 News. Retrieved June 12, 2025.
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- ^ "The Alabama Cannabis Coalition is honored to endorse Mark Wheeler II for US Senate". Facebook. Alabama Cannabis Coalition. October 2, 2025. Retrieved October 4, 2025.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i "Sweetser lands bipartisan endorsements as Alabama Senate campaign gains steam". Alabama Political Reporter. January 28, 2026. Retrieved January 28, 2026.
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- ^ Jobin, Alex (January 21, 2026). "Local educator Craig Jelks officially launches independent bid for U.S. Senate". Alabama Political Reporter. Retrieved January 21, 2026.
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External links
- Official campaign websites
- Jared Hudson (R)
- Dakarai Larriett (D)
- Steve Marshall (R)
- Barry Moore (R)
- Morgan Murphy (R)
- Kyle Sweetser (D)
- Rodney Walker (R)
- Everett Wess (D)
- Mark Wheeler (D)
