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June 13, 2026
Alabama GOP Confirms Tommy Tuberville as Gubernatorial Nominee Amid Residency Challenge
- The Alabama Republican Party has unanimously confirmed Senator Tommy Tuberville as their gubernatorial nominee, rejecting a residency challenge from his former primary opponent, Ken McFeeters.
- The party's decision followed a closed-door hearing where Tuberville presented evidence, including tax records and property ownership, to support his claim of residency in Alabama.
- Despite the ruling, Tuberville continues to face scrutiny regarding his ties to Florida, including ownership of a $5.6 million beach home.
3 Sources
- U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville faces a residency challenge to run for Alabama governorJun 13, 2026 at 11:39 AM · NPR
- Tuberville faces renewed residency challenge in run for Alabama governorJun 14, 2026 at 8:37 AM · ABC News
- Alabama's GOP dismisses a residency challenge to Tuberville's bid for Alabama governorJun 15, 2026 at 1:22 AM · ABC News