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August 10, 2026

Rhett Marques to Face Shomari Figures in November After Winning GOP Primary in Alabama's 2nd District

  • Rhett Marques, endorsed by Trump, won the Republican primary for Alabama's 2nd Congressional District and will face Democratic Rep. Shomari Figures in the November election.
  • The district's redistricting has reduced the Black voting age population from 48% to 40%, complicating Figures' reelection bid.
  • Both parties are prioritizing this race, with Marques emphasizing his local ties and conservative values against Figures' record in the district.

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