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Closely watched US House race shifts in favor of Alabama Democrat, political forecaster says
AL.com • • nation
Key Points:
- The Cook Political Report has shifted U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures’ south Alabama race from “Likely Republican” to “Leans Republican,” indicating a slightly improved chance for Figures to retain his seat.
- Figures, a Black Democrat, is contesting a redistricting-altered district designed to favor Republicans, facing GOP challenger state Rep. Rhett Marques.
- Both candidates are actively campaigning on issues like taxes, affordability, and healthcare, with Figures receiving support from Sen. Corey Booker and Doug Jones, while Marques is endorsed by former President Donald Trump.
- Marques has criticized Figures’ approach as “craziness over common sense,” highlighting the contentious nature of the race.
- The election outcome is critical nationally, as Republicans hold a slim House majority, making this and other competitive districts key to maintaining control of Congress and advancing Trump’s agenda.
