By The Epoch Times | Created at 2026-06-15 14:26:39 | Updated at 2026-06-17 03:04:11
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State GOP officials rejected a residency challenge from a former primary rival, clearing the way for the Trump-backed senator’s governor bid.
Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) speaks during a confirmation hearing with the then-nominee for secretary of education, Linda McMahon, on Capitol Hill in Washington on Feb. 13, 2025. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch Times
6/15/2026|Updated: 6/15/2026
The Alabama Republican Party has said that U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville will remain the party’s gubernatorial nominee.
The Republican Party rejected a claim on Sunday that he had not lived in the state long enough to run for governor.
