Alabama 2nd Congressional District race could have national implications

By: Anna Barrett

Outlets: Alabama Reflector

Published: August 13, 2026

Words: 1,620

Last Updated: 5 days, 10 hours ago

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  • The contest between U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures, D-Mobile and Republican nominee Rhett Marques for Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District is likely to draw national attention.
  • The district was redrawn to favor Republicans after the U.S. Supreme Court weakened a key provision of the Voting Rights Act, and the electorate is expected to have a GOP lean.
  • However, Democrats say defending Figures’ seat will be a priority and hope …

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