Tuberville to Run for Alabama Governor in 2026
Briefly

Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) has officially declared his candidacy for governor of Alabama, opting not to seek reelection in 2026. The former football coach believes he can better serve his constituents as governor. Alongside notable backing from the Club for Growth PAC, Tuberville's Senate career has included significant actions, such as impeding promotions of nearly 300 military leaders due to policy disagreements over abortion funding for service members. His focus is on advocating fiscal responsibility and educational freedom at the state level.
Senator Tommy Tuberville has announced his candidacy for governor of Alabama, prioritizing direct service to constituents over seeking reelection to the Senate.
'Where can I help the most? Is it going to be here [in the senate], or is it going to be back in the state?' Tuberville considers the impact of his role.
'Coach Tuberville has been a steadfast leader for commonsense policy reforms,' said David McIntosh, underscoring support from the Club for Growth.
Tuberville has notable Senate tenure marked by a blockade on military promotions over funding for abortion services.
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