2026 Alabama gubernatorial election
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The 2026 Alabama gubernatorial election is scheduled to take place on November 3, 2026, to elect the next governor of Alabama. The primary election will be held on May 19. Incumbent Governor Kay Ivey is term-limited and ineligible to seek a third consecutive full term.
Republican primary
Candidates
Declared
- Ken McFeeters, insurance agent and candidate for Alabama's 6th congressional district in 2024[1]
- Tommy Tuberville, U.S. Senator (2021โpresent)[2]
Declined
- Will Ainsworth, Lieutenant Governor of Alabama (2019โpresent)[3] (endorsed Tuberville)[4]
- Lynda Blanchard, former U.S. Ambassador to Slovenia (2019โ2021) and candidate for governor in 2022[5] (nominated for Ambassador to the Food and Agriculture Organization)[6]
- Mo Brooks, former U.S. Representative from Alabama's 5th congressional district (2011โ2023)[7]
- Steve Marshall, Alabama Attorney General (2017โpresent)[8] (running for U.S Senate)[9]
- Rick Pate, commissioner of the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (2019โpresent) (running for Lieutenant Governor)[10][11]
Endorsements
Tommy Tuberville
- U.S. Senators
- Katie Britt, U.S. Senator from Alabama[12]
- State officials
State legislators
- Scott Stadthagen, majority leader of the Alabama House of Representatives (2023โpresent) from the 9th district (2019โpresent)[14]
Organizations
Will Ainsworth (declined)
State representatives
- Nathaniel Ledbetter, Speaker of the Alabama House of Representatives (2023โpresent) from the 24th district (2014โpresent)[20]
Polling
Hypothetical polling
Democratic primary
Candidates
Declared
- Will Boyd, former Greenville, Illinois city councilor and nominee for Lieutenant Governor of Alabama in 2018 and U.S. Senate in 2022[22]
- Ja'Mel Brown, online pastor[23]
- Chad Chig Martin, hemp business owner and candidate for governor in 2022[24]
Potential
- Doug Jones, former U.S. senator (2018โ2021)[25]
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[26] | Solid R | January 23, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[27] | Solid R | February 6, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[28] | Safe R | May 1, 2025 |
| Race to the WH[29] | Safe R | June 30, 2025 |
See also
Notes
- ^ Key:
A โ all adults
RV โ registered voters
LV โ likely voters
V โ unclear
References
- ^ Chitwood, Dr. Bill (May 28, 2025). "Ken McFeeters to Challenge Tuberville for Republican Gubernatorial Nomination". AL Politics. Retrieved May 28, 2025.
- ^ Angle, Alex (May 27, 2025). "Tuberville makes it official: he's running for governor in 2026". Alabama Daily News. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ Keenum, Lynne (May 21, 2025). "Alabama Lt. Gov. Ainsworth not running for governor in 2026". WVTM-TV. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ a b Monger, Craig. "Ainsworth endorses Tuberville for governor โ 'Coach Tuberville will bring needed reforms'". 1819 News. Retrieved June 19, 2025.
- ^ Taylor, Caleb (July 26, 2024). "'It's always a possibility': Lindy Blanchard on 2026 bid for governorโฆ". 1819 News. Retrieved July 28, 2024.
- ^ Koch, Alexandra (March 7, 2025). "Trump announces US ambassador nominations that include mayor of Michigan city". Fox News. Retrieved March 9, 2025.
- ^ "Mo Brooks leaves door open for Senate?". 1819 News. Retrieved May 30, 2025.
- ^ Stacy, Todd (January 1, 2025). "From IAP: Steve Marshall won't run for governor". Alabama Daily News. Retrieved January 1, 2025.
- ^ Baker, Trent. "'The nation needs strong conservative leadership': Steve Marshall announces U.S. Senate bid". 1819 News. Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ Gann, Heather (March 12, 2025). "Tuberville's possible run changed one Republican's plans: Only Nick Saban 'could beat him'". al.com. Retrieved April 28, 2025.
- ^ Sell, Mary (May 21, 2025). "Pate not running for governor, considering bid for lieutenant gov". Alabama Daily News.
- ^ Sell, Mary. "Britt endorses Tuberville for governor". Alabama Daily News. Retrieved June 18, 2025.
- ^ Monger, Craig. "Indiana Gov. Mike Braun endorses Tuberville in gubernatorial bid โ 'He's going to be the next governor of Alabama'". 1819 News. Retrieved June 25, 2025.
- ^ Monger, Craig (May 28, 2025). "House Majority Leader Scott Stadthagen endorses Tuberville forโฆ". 1819 News. Retrieved May 28, 2025.
- ^ "Forestry Association endorses Tommy Tuberville for governor". Alabama Political Reporter. Retrieved June 27, 2025.
- ^ "Business Council endorses Tommy Tuberville for governor". Alabama Political Reporter. Retrieved June 27, 2025.
- ^ Everett, Grayson (May 21, 2025). "Club for Growth endorses Tommy Tuberville for Governor of Alabama in 2026". Yellowhammer News. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ Angle, Alex (June 5, 2025). "Tuberville gets endorsement from Manufacture Alabama in his gubernatorial bid". Alabama Daily News. Retrieved June 5, 2025.
- ^ "The Petroleum and Convenience Marketers of Alabama endorses Tommy Tuberville for governor". Alabama Political Reporter. May 28, 2025. Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ Poor, Jeff (July 5, 2023). "House Speaker Ledbetter endorses Ainsworth for governor in 2026 at annual Henagar event". 1819 News. Retrieved July 5, 2023.
- ^ Everett, Grayson (December 20, 2024). "New polling shows Will Ainsworth has big lead over Rick Pate in 2026 governor's race". Yellowhammer News. Retrieved June 12, 2025.
- ^ Barrett, Anna (June 11, 2025). "Democrat Will Boyd announces 2026 campaign for Alabama governor". Alabama Reflector. Retrieved June 11, 2025.
- ^ "CAMPAIGN 2026: Montgomery community activist joins governor's race". WAKA. Retrieved June 15, 2025.
- ^ Smith, Robert (May 29, 2025). "Enterprise businessman has eyes set on Alabama governorship". WDHN. Retrieved May 30, 2025.
- ^ Hall, Ryan (January 1, 2025). "Democrats and Republicans weigh in on 2026 Governor's Race". WIAT. Retrieved January 2, 2025.
- ^ "2026 CPR Governor Race ratings". Cook Political Report. Retrieved January 23, 2025.
- ^ "Gubernatorial Ratings". Inside Elections. Retrieved February 7, 2025.
- ^ "2026 Governor". Sabato's Crystal Ball. Retrieved May 1, 2025.
- ^ "Governor Forecast - 2026-2026". Race to the WH. Retrieved June 30, 2025.