The Winner
Jerry Carl, a Republican, will represent you in Congress after winning Alabama's 1st U.S. House District race on Nov. 3, taking roughly 40.3% of the vote, according to current certified results. The seat had been held by Republican Barry Moore), who did not run for re-election, so the district stays in Republican hands.
The Race
Clyde Jones), the Democratic opponent, won his special primary on Aug. 11. Cook Political Report rated the race "Solid Republican," and Sabato's Crystal Ball rated it "Safe Republican" heading into Election Day.
The district includes all of Baldwin, Coffee, Covington, Dale, Escambia, Geneva, Henry and Houston counties, as well as parts of Mobile County, according to Ballotpedia.
What's Next
Carl is set to take office on Jan. 3, 2027, the date established by the 20th Amendment for the start of a new Congress. Carl told WKRG News 5 reporters on Nov. 3 that his first priority is to get on committees that serve the district, and that he wants to focus on reducing the national debt.
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