2026 Elections

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The V: Undecideds surge as money reshapes Alabama’s 2026 races

Polling volatility, outside spending and structural reforms could redefine Alabama’s Senate, PSC oversight, and economic development landscape in 2026.

February 16, 2026

Voting for PSC members only matters if voters actually care

It's nice that people seem to suddenly care about voting for PSC members. But does it actually matter?

February 11, 2026

Poll finds Trump endorsements not decisive as Alabama GOP primaries remain wide open

A new survey finds high undecided voters, structural advantages for statewide officials and a potential Katie Britt endorsement testing stronger than Trump’s.

February 9, 2026

Doc Mancuso urges GOP leaders to keep him on House District 7 primary ballot

As a ballot challenge looms, Republican candidate Doc Mancuso says party officials should not decide elections behind closed doors.

February 9, 2026

Dr. Joan Friedlander launches campaign for Alabama House

Healthcare advocate Dr. Joan Friedlander officially launched her bid last week for the Alabama House, arguing current leaders have ignored citizens' pressing needs.

February 9, 2026

Alabama Retail PAC announces endorsements for the 2026 election cycle

The Alabama Retail PAC announced its support for dozens of candidates, including high-profile constitutional offices, who they said recognize retail's vital economic role.

February 6, 2026

Robertson touts fundraising lead as Mitchell counters with in-state donor strength

Candidates promote competing financial narratives as endorsements, donor origins and campaign messaging define an increasingly competitive Republican primary contest.

February 5, 2026

Republican gubernatorial candidate promises legal action against Tuberville

McFeeters is now promising to file a legal challenge to Tuberville’s entry on the ballot.

February 4, 2026

Public records show bankruptcies, foreclosure, tax lien as McKee runs for Congress

Records show the Republican candidate's adult life included nearly two dozen addresses across seven states and an evolving political identity before his recent Alabama residency.

February 4, 2026

House passes legislation banning foreign influence in Alabama elections

The Alabama House of Representatives approved legislation closing federal loopholes that allowed foreign dark money to influence ballot measures and state elections.

February 4, 2026