Tuberville Tosses Hat in Ring for '26 Governor's Race!

Hold on to your hats, ChumCity! Senator Tommy Tuberville just announced he's making a play for the Alabama Governor's mansion in 2026! He made the big reveal live on Fox News' "The Will Cain Show" from none other than Byron's Smokehouse, an Auburn institution.

Home Sweet Home, Sweet Home Alabama

"Started my Senate run right here," Tuberville (R-Auburn) shared, surrounded by family, including his brand-new granddaughter, Rosie Grace. He reminisced about moving to Alabama with his wife, Suzanne, over 25 years ago, raising his boys, Tucker and Troy, and calling the state "home."

"Alabama First Agenda"

Tuberville declared he's ready to "give back to this great country" and, with President Trump's support, become the next governor. He's even launched a campaign website boasting an "Alabama First Agenda" – think fighting "woke ideology," school choice, and protecting Second Amendment rights. Plus, promises of tax cuts, less government waste, and bringing back those sweet, sweet manufacturing jobs.

Coasting to Governor?

With Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth bowing out to focus on family, Tuberville's path to the Republican nomination looks pretty clear.

What's on the Agenda?

Expect strong border enforcement, deportation of criminals, staunch opposition to taxpayer-funded abortion, and big support for Alabama's farmers, defense sector, and veterans. He's even got a Trump endorsement!

Familiar Territory

This isn't Tuberville's first rodeo with the idea of being Governor. He flirted with a run back in 2017 but ultimately backed Ivey. He won his Senate seat in 2020.

Show Me the Money!

Fundraising is already underway, but with Tuberville expected to be the front runner, raising money shouldn't be a problem.

Back to Basics

"I'm doing this to help this country and the great state of Alabama," Tuberville said, "I'm a football coach, I'm a leader, I'm a builder, I'm a recruiter. And we're going to grow Alabama."

Get ready for a wild ride, ChumCity! The 2026 election is already heating up!