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Alabama’s Senate Primary Runoff Again Tests Trump’s Hold on G.O.P.
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- The Alabama Republican Senate primary runoff features Representative Barry Moore, endorsed by President Trump and a staunch Trump loyalist, against political newcomer Jared Hudson, a former Navy SEAL running an anti-establishment campaign.
- Early front-runner Steve Marshall, the state attorney general, fell behind after Trump’s endorsement of Moore and failed to make the runoff, finishing behind both Moore and Hudson in the May 19 primary.
- Polls suggest a competitive runoff, with some showing Hudson leading despite Moore's strong backing from Trump, reflecting a tension between voter trust in Trump’s endorsements and a desire for outsider candidates.
- The election will determine the successor to Senator Tommy Tuberville, who is vacating his seat to run for governor; both candidates express strong support for Trump, though Moore has a longer history of close alignment with the former president.
- Moore’s early and vocal support for Trump dates back to 2015, highlighting his deep political ties, while Hudson’s outsider appeal resonates with voters seeking change within the Republican Party.
