2022 United States House of Representatives elections in Alabama
The 2022 United States House of Representatives elections in Alabama will be held on November 8, 2022, to elect the seven U.S. representatives from the state of Alabama, one from each of the state's seven congressional districts. The elections will coincide with other elections to the House of Representatives, elections to the United States Senate and various state and local elections.
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Primaries in Alabama are scheduled to take place on May 24. Should any race result in no candidate receiving over 50% of the vote, runoff elections would occur on June 21.
Background
Following redistricting as a result of the 2020 United States census, the Republican-controlled Alabama Legislature adopted a new congressional map in the autumn of 2021. The map drew one of Alabama's seven congressional districts with an African-American majority population; a single African-American majority congressional district has been the case for over 30 years. Three federal judges denied this map on January 24, 2022, stating that Alabama, which has an African-American population of 27% as of 2022, needed two congressional districts that were likely to elect African-American representatives, in accordance with the Voting Rights Act of 1965. John Wahl, the chairman of the Alabama Republican Party, said he expected the court's decision to be appealed.[1] The office of the Attorney General of Alabama began the process of an appeal on January 25, 2022.[2] The qualifying deadline for congressional candidates was also extended from January 28 to February 11.[3]
The New York Times predicted that the appeal would go to the U.S. Supreme Court to address the practice of racial gerrymandering in the United States. If a second African-American majority district was upheld and passed, it would have been a significant pick-up for Democrats in Alabama.[1] In response to the federal ruling, Representative Jerry Carl stated during a radio interview that his campaign was considering alternative strategies in the event that he was forced to run against fellow Representative Barry Moore.[4] Chairman Wahl stated on January 28 that the Republican Party would plan to win all seven congressional seats if a new map created two competitive seats with slight African-American majorities, rather than one district guaranteed for a Democratic victory.[5]
Ultimately, the case went to the Supreme Court, which ruled in a 5-4 decision on February 7, 2022, that Alabama's request for a stay would be granted, halting the three-judge panel's decision, upholding the state's original map and signifying a victory for Republicans in Alabama.[6] Justice Brett Kavanaugh, joined by Samuel Alito, wrote a majority opinion, with Elena Kagan authoring a dissent.[7][8]
The decision created some confusion over whether the extension for the filing deadline had been overturned as well; Secretary of State John Merrill clarified that the deadline would be left up to the parties.[9] While the Democratic Party confirmed that it would keep its deadline as February 11,[10] the Republican deadline was left unclear. This led to disputes over the eligibility for candidates to qualify for Republican primaries, specifically Jeff Coleman in district 2, and Jamie Aiken in district 6.[9][11] Republican chairman John Wahl stated that the party would commit to state laws and party bylaws regarding the controversy.[12] Following legal action, the U.S. District Court for Northern Alabama ruled against Coleman on February 25, 2022, establishing that it could not force the Alabama Republican Party to list the candidate's name on the ballot.[13]
District 1
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The 1st district encompasses Washington, Mobile, Baldwin, Escambia and Monroe counties, including the cities of Mobile, Bay Minette, Foley, and Monroeville. The incumbent is Republican Jerry Carl, who has represented the district since 2021 and was elected with 64.4% of the vote in 2020.[14]
No Democratic candidates qualified to run in this district, leaving Carl unopposed.[15]
Declared
- Jerry Carl, incumbent U.S. Representative[16]
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
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| The Cook Political Report[19] | Solid R | November 5, 2021 |
| Inside Elections[20] | Solid R | November 22, 2021 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[21] | Safe R | November 11, 2021 |
| Politico[22] | Solid R | April 5, 2022 |
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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| Republican | Jerry Carl (incumbent) | |||
| Write-in | ||||
| Total votes | 100.0 | |||
District 2
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The 2nd district encompasses most of the Montgomery metropolitan area, and stretches into the Wiregrass Region in the southeastern portion of the state, including Andalusia, Dothan, Greenville, and Troy. The incumbent is Republican Barry Moore, who was elected with 65.2% of the vote in 2020.[14]
Businessman and 2020 candidate Jeff Coleman attempted to launch a primary challenge against Moore, and even purchased an advertisement campaign including airtime during Super Bowl LVI in local markets. However, a federal panel ruled against his candidacy, as he qualified after the Supreme Court upheld Alabama's original congressional map and qualifying dates.[23]
Declared
- Barry Moore, incumbent U.S. Representative[24]
Endorsements
- State officials
- Will Ainsworth, incumbent Lieutenant Governor of Alabama (2019–present)[25]
- Organizations
Declared
Withdrawn
Endorsements
- Organizations
- Alabama New South Alliance[31]
- Individuals
- Marianne Williamson, author and candidate for the Democratic nomination for President of the United States in 2020[28]
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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| Democratic | Phyllis Harvey-Hall | |||
| Democratic | Vimal Patel | |||
| Total votes | 100.0 | |||
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
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| The Cook Political Report[19] | Solid R | November 5, 2021 |
| Inside Elections[20] | Solid R | November 22, 2021 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[21] | Safe R | November 11, 2021 |
| Politico[22] | Solid R | April 5, 2022 |
District 3
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The 3rd district is based in eastern Alabama, taking in small parts of Montgomery, as well as Anniston, Auburn, Talladega and Tuskegee. The incumbent is Republican Mike Rogers, who was re-elected with 67.5% of the vote in 2020.[14]
Declared
- Mike Rogers, incumbent U.S. Representative[15]
- Michael T. Joiner, plumbing contractor[15][32]
Endorsements
- PACs
- Alabama RetailPAC[33]
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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| Republican | Michael Joiner | |||
| Republican | Mike Rogers (incumbent) | |||
| Total votes | 100.0 | |||
Candidates
- Douglas "Doug" Bell, businessman, pastor and Republican nominee for Georgia's 5th congressional district in 2016[32] (not yet qualified)[34]
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
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| The Cook Political Report[19] | Solid R | November 5, 2021 |
| Inside Elections[20] | Solid R | November 22, 2021 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[21] | Safe R | November 11, 2021 |
| Politico[22] | Solid R | April 5, 2022 |
District 4
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The 4th district is located in rural north-central Alabama, spanning the Evangelical belt area, including Cullman, Gadsden, and Jasper. The incumbent is Republican Robert Aderholt, who was re-elected with 82.2% of the vote in 2020.[14]
Declared
- Robert Aderholt, incumbent U.S. Representative[35]
Declared
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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| Democratic | Rhonda Gore | |||
| Democratic | Rick Neighbors | |||
| Total votes | 100.0 | |||
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
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| The Cook Political Report[19] | Solid R | November 5, 2021 |
| Inside Elections[20] | Solid R | November 22, 2021 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[21] | Safe R | November 11, 2021 |
| Politico[22] | Solid R | April 5, 2022 |
District 5
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The 5th district is based in northern Alabama, including the city of Huntsville, as well as Athens, Decatur, Florence, and Scottsboro. The incumbent is Republican Mo Brooks, who was re-elected with 95.8% of the vote in 2020, without major-party opposition.[14] On March 22, 2021, Brooks announced his retirement and intention to run for U.S. Senate.[39]
Declared
- Andy Blalock, teacher and rancher[40]
- John Roberts, economic developer[41]
- Paul Sanford, former member of the Alabama State Senate for the 7th district (2009–2018)[42]
- Dale Strong, Madison County Commission Chairman (2012–present)[43]
- Casey Wardynski, former Assistant Secretary of the Army (2019–2021)[44]
- Harrison Wright, podcaster and activist[32][45]
Declined
- Mo Brooks, incumbent U.S. Representative (running for U.S. Senate)[39]
Endorsements
- Organizations
- Executive branch officials
- Michael Flynn, 25th United States National Security Advisor (2017)[53]
- U.S. Representatives
- Jim Jordan, U.S. Representative for Ohio's 4th congressional district (2007–present)[54]
- PACs
Polling
| Poll source | Date(s) administered |
Sample size[lower-alpha 1] |
Margin of error |
Andy Blalock |
John Roberts |
Paul Sanford |
Dale Strong |
Casey Wardynski |
Harrison Wright |
Undecided |
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| Cherry Communications (R)[upper-alpha 1] | February 2–6, 2022 | 600 (LV) | ± 4.0% | 4% | 5% | 7% | 30% | 6% | 2% | 46% |
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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| Republican | Andy Blalock | |||
| Republican | John Roberts | |||
| Republican | Paul Sanford | |||
| Republican | Dale Strong | |||
| Republican | Casey Wardynski | |||
| Republican | Harrison Wright | |||
| Total votes | 100.0 | |||
Declared
Endorsements
- Organizations
- Alabama New South Alliance[31]
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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| Democratic | Charlie Thompson III | |||
| Democratic | Kathy Warner-Stanton | |||
| Total votes | 100.0 | |||
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
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| The Cook Political Report[19] | Solid R | November 5, 2021 |
| Inside Elections[20] | Solid R | November 22, 2021 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[21] | Safe R | November 11, 2021 |
| Politico[22] | Solid R | April 5, 2022 |
District 6
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The 6th district encompasses Greater Birmingham, taking in parts of Birmingham, as well as the surrounding suburbs, including Bibb, Blount, Chilton, Coosa, and Shelby counties. Other cities include Alabaster, Hoover and Montevallo. The incumbent is Republican Gary Palmer, who was re-elected with 97.1% of the vote in 2020, without major-party opposition.[14]
No Democratic candidates qualified to run in this district, leaving Palmer unopposed.[15]
Declared
- Gary Palmer, incumbent U.S. Representative[59]
Endorsements
- U.S. Presidents
- Donald Trump, 45th President of the United States (2017–2021)[59]
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
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| The Cook Political Report[19] | Solid R | November 5, 2021 |
| Inside Elections[20] | Solid R | November 22, 2021 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[21] | Safe R | November 11, 2021 |
| Politico[22] | Solid R | April 5, 2022 |
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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| Republican | Gary Palmer (incumbent) | |||
| Write-in | ||||
| Total votes | 100.0 | |||
District 7
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The 7th district encompasses the Black Belt, including Selma and Demopolis, as well as taking in majority-black areas of Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, and Montgomery. The incumbent is Democrat Terri Sewell, who was re-elected with 97.2% of the vote in 2020, without major-party opposition.[14]
Declared
- Terri Sewell, incumbent U.S. Representative[61]
Endorsements
- Organizations
- Alabama New South Alliance[31]
- Planned Parenthood Action Fund[62]
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
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| The Cook Political Report[19] | Solid D | November 5, 2021 |
| Inside Elections[20] | Solid D | November 22, 2021 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[21] | Safe D | November 11, 2021 |
| Politico[22] | Solid D | April 5, 2022 |
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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| Democratic | Terri Sewell (incumbent) | |||
| Republican | Beatrice Nichols | |||
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| Total votes | 100.0 | |||
Notes
- Key:
A – all adults
RV – registered voters
LV – likely voters
V – unclear
- Partisan clients
- Poll sponsored by FarmPAC, a wing of the Alabama Farmers Federation, which supports Strong
References
- Epstein, Reid J. (January 24, 2022). "Court Throws Out Alabama's New Congressional Map". The New York Times. Retrieved January 26, 2022.
- Chandler, Kim (January 25, 2022). "Alabama appeals ruling ordering new congressional districts". Associated Press. Retrieved January 26, 2022.
- Cason, Mike (January 27, 2022). "Alabama's candidate qualifying deadline extension applies only to U.S. House races". AL.com. Retrieved January 28, 2022.
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- "Club for Growth - PAC Endorsed Candidates". Club for Growth - PAC Endorsed Candidates. Retrieved January 28, 2022.
- Glenn, John (September 16, 2021). "2nd District Democratic challenger focuses on Medicare for All, justice reform". Alabama Political Reporter. Retrieved September 29, 2021.
- Moseley, Brandon (June 29, 2021). "Terell Anderson is running for Congress in the 2nd Congressional District". Alabama Political Reporter. Archived from the original on June 29, 2021. Retrieved July 23, 2021.
- Anderson, Terell [@TerellAnderson] (January 23, 2022). "I would like to take this time to say thank you to everyone who has supported our campaign for Congress thus far, it saddens me to announce that I will be leaving the race for Congress. I will be giving my support to @PhyllisDHHall for Alabama's 2nd District" (Tweet). Retrieved January 27, 2022 – via Twitter.
- Slate, Jack [@slate4congress] (January 17, 2022). "While my campaign is ending, I will continue the fight for democracy with @PhyllisDHHall. I am grateful to you all for your support, grateful to Phyllis for an opportunity to keep fighting, and I look forward to the tough battle ahead for District 2! 3/3" (Tweet). Retrieved January 18, 2022 – via Twitter.
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- Prescott, Miranda (March 22, 2022). "Rhonda Gore enters congressional race". www.gadsdentimes.com. The Gadsden Times. Retrieved March 24, 2022.
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- "Eagle Forum PAC Endorses Paul Sanford for U.S. House". Eagle Forum. March 31, 2022. Retrieved April 4, 2022.
- Smith, Dylan (February 16, 2022). "Fifth congressional district poll: Strong 29%, Sanford 7%, Wardynski 6%". Yellowhammer News. Retrieved February 16, 2022.
- Smith, Dylan (March 11, 2022). "League of Southeastern Credit Unions endorses Dale Strong for Congress". Yellowhammer News. Retrieved March 12, 2022.
- Smith, Dylan (April 30, 2022). "Professional Fire Fighters of Alabama endorse 'servant leader' Dale Strong for Congress". Yellowhammer News. Retrieved May 1, 2022.
- Smith, Dylan (December 14, 2021). "Michael Flynn endorses Casey Wardynski's AL-5 candidacy — 'Rarely does our country have the opportunity to elect true patriots'". Yellowhammer News. Retrieved March 7, 2022.
- Moseley, Brandon (April 11, 2022). "Congressman Jim Jordan endorses Casey Wardynski". 1819 News. Retrieved April 11, 2022.
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External links
- Official campaign websites for 1st district candidates
- Official campaign websites for 2nd district candidates
- Official campaign websites for 3rd district candidates
- Official campaign websites for 4th district candidates
- Official campaign websites for 5th district candidates
- Andy Blalock (R) for Congress
- John Roberts (R) for Congress
- Dale Strong (R) for Congress
- Charlie Thompson III (D) for Congress
- Casey Wardynski (R) for Congress
- Kathy Warner-Stanton (D) for Congress
- Harrison Wright (R) for Congress
- Official campaign websites for 6th district candidates
- Official campaign websites for 7th district candidates