Alabama voters are deciding Tuesday who will carry their party's banner in November's Senate election to replace outgoing Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville, who is running for governor. Polls close at 8 p.m. EDT, and Decision Desk HQ is tracking live results.
In the GOP primary, Rep. Barry More holds a lead in a crowded field that includes state Attorney General Steve Marshall and political newcomer Jared Hudson. More, a conservative stalwart, has emphasized his legislative record and ties to the party base. Marshall, known for his aggressive legal battles, has positioned himself as a law-and-order candidate. Hudson, a relative unknown, has tried to tap into anti-establishment sentiment.
The race has drawn national attention, particularly after former President Donald Trump recently targeted Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky while the Alabama primaries loomed. Trump's influence remains a key factor, though he has not formally endorsed in this contest.
On the Democratic side, the primary features Kyle Sweetser, a former Trump supporter who switched parties; businessman Dakarai Larriett; and chemist Mark Wheeler. Sweetser has tried to appeal to moderate and crossover voters, while Larriett focuses on economic opportunity and Wheeler on science-based policy. The Democratic field reflects a broader trend of individual candidates stepping into a leadership vacuum within the party, as national Democrats struggle to unify their message.
The Supreme Court's recent decision to clear Alabama's GOP-drawn congressional map, which critics argue dilutes Black voting power, has added another layer of controversy to the state's political landscape. That ruling could shape turnout and voter sentiment in both primaries.
Whoever emerges from the GOP primary will be heavily favored in the general election, given Alabama's deep red lean. But the Democratic nominee will aim to capitalize on any divisions within the Republican ranks and on issues like healthcare and affordability that have resonated in other states.
Stay with The World Signal for live updates and analysis as results come in.
