Trump endorses Tuberville for Alabama governor

"I was proud to endorse 'Coach' when he ran for the Senate in 2020, and am honored to do so again," President Trump said

Published: January 23, 2026 7:39am

President Trump endorsed GOP Sen. Tommy Tuberville for Alabama governor in the state's election this year.

Trump made the endorsement on Thursday, posting on Truth Social, "Highly Respected Senator, 'Coach' Tommy Tuberville, is running for Governor of Alabama, a place I love and WON BIG, six times, including Primaries, in 2016, 2020, and 2024!

"A former SEC Championship winning College Football Coach, and now, as a Highly Respected U.S. Senator, Tommy has proven he has the Courage and Wisdom to deliver strong results for the incredible people of his wonderful State and Nation. He is a Lifelong Leader, both on and off the field — A true WINNER!" he continued.

"As your next Governor, 'Coach' will work tirelessly to Grow the Economy, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Promote MADE IN THE U.S.A., Champion American Energy DOMINANCE, Keep our Border SECURE, Stop Migrant Crime, Ensure LAW AND ORDER, Strengthen our Military/Veterans, Safeguard our Elections, and Protect our always under siege Second Amendment.
 
"I was proud to endorse 'Coach' when he ran for the Senate in 2020, and am honored to do so again. I’d love to keep him as a Senator, because he was great, but he wants to be the Governor in the State he loves, and that’s OK with me! Tommy Tuberville has my Complete and Total Endorsement to be the next Governor of the Great State of Alabama – COACH TUBERVILLE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!" Trump concluded.

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