Trump-backed candidate wins crowded GOP primary in Alabama's new 2nd District
Summary
Rhett Marques, supported by President Trump, won the Republican primary in Alabama's new 2nd Congressional District. The district was redrawn to favor Republicans, making it harder for Democratic Rep. Shomari Figures to be reelected.Key Facts
- Rhett Marques won the crowded Republican primary for Alabama's new 2nd District.
- President Trump and other Republican leaders endorsed Marques.
- Democratic Rep. Shomari Figures won the seat in 2024 but faces tougher reelection after redistricting.
- The Supreme Court ruled Alabama’s previous congressional map discriminated against Black voters.
- The new map removed Mobile from the 2nd District, reducing its Black voter population.
- The University of Virginia’s Center for Politics rates this race as likely Republican.
- The redrawing of the district aims to help Republicans win more seats in Alabama.
- The race is part of the 2026 midterm election contests.
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