Overview

• Sen. Tommy Tuberville formally announced his campaign for Alabama governor on May 27 and confirmed he will not seek a second term in the U.S. Senate.
• The former Auburn football coach and Trump-endorsed senator is vying to succeed Gov. Kay Ivey, who cannot seek another term under Alabama’s limits.
• With few established challengers, Tuberville is widely viewed as the clear favorite heading into the Republican primary.
• Opponents have renewed scrutiny of his primary residency after he purchased a home in Florida despite his Alabama political base.
• His Senate departure sets the stage for a competitive 2026 GOP primary to replace him in the deep-red state.