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Governor
Alabama · November 3, 2026
Alabama voters will choose a governor for a 4-year term. Governor Kay Ivey is term-limited and cannot run again, creating an open seat.
Candidates
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Kay Ivey
Incumbent
Republican
· Running for re-election
Kay Ivey (R) has served as Governor of Alabama since 2017, when she succeeded Robert Bentley, and won election in 2018 and 2022. She previously served as Lieutenant Governor and State Treasurer, and is term-limited and cannot run again in 2026. Stated priorities include economic development and workforce training.
Sources: Ballotpedia; National Governors Association.
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TBD — Open Seat
Unknown
· Challenger
With Ivey term-limited, Alabama Republicans and Democrats are recruiting candidates for this open seat. No major candidates have announced as of mid-2025.