Alabama Special Primary Election Results: Candidates Finalized After Supreme Court Redistricting Decision
Alabama's special primary election for congressional districts 1, 2, 6, and 7 has concluded with the finalization of the candidate field. The races have been reshaped by the U.S. Supreme Court's recent redistricting decision. Governor Kay Ivey scheduled the Aug. 11 special primary after the Supreme Court allowed Alabama to use its 2023 Legislature-approved map while lower courts reconsider the case under a new legal standard. The special election nullifies congressional votes cast during the May 19 primary in the affected districts, with no runoff election scheduled. The candidate with the most votes in each race will secure the party nomination for the Nov. 3 general election.
Both Republican and Democratic candidates officially qualified before the 5 p.m. deadline on Friday. The Supreme Court's ruling did not provide a permanent resolution to the dispute over Alabama's congressional districts. Lower courts will need to revisit the case following the high court's decision in a separate Louisiana redistricting case. Alabama officials argue that this decision weakens earlier interpretations of the Voting Rights Act. This is an ongoing story, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Stay informed by downloading the WVTM 13 app for the latest news.