The 2022 United States House of Representatives elections in Alabama were held on November 8, 2022, to elect the seven U.S. representatives from the state of Alabama, one from each of the state's seven congressional districts. The elections coincided with other elections to the House of Representatives, elections to the United States Senate, and various state and local elections.
Primaries in Alabama took place on May 24. If any race resulted in no candidate receiving over 50% of the vote, runoff elections would occur on June 21.
Background Following redistricting as a result of the 2020 United States census, the Republican-controlled Alabama Legislature adopted a new congressional map in the autumn of 2021. The map drew one of Alabama's seven congressional districts with an African-American majority population; a single African-American majority congressional district had been the case for over 30 years. Three federal judges denied this map on January 24, 2022, stating that Alabama, which had an African-American population of 27% as of 2022, needed two congressional districts that were likely to elect African-American representatives, in accordance with the Voting Rights Act of 1965. John Wahl, the chairman of the Alabama Republican Party, said he expected the court's decision to be appealed. The office of the Attorney General of Alabama began the process of an appeal on January 25, 2022. The qualifying deadline for congressional candidates was also extended from January 28 to February 11.
The New York Times predicted that the appeal would go to the U.S. Supreme Court to address the practice of racial gerrymandering in the United States. If a second African-American majority district was upheld and passed, it would have been a significant pick-up for Democrats in Alabama. In response to the federal ruling, Representative Jerry Carl stated during a radio interview that his campaign was considering alternative strategies in the event that he was forced to run against fellow Representative Barry Moore. Chairman Wahl stated on January 28 that the Republican Party would plan to win all seven congressional seats if a new map created two competitive seats with slight African-American majorities, rather than one district guaranteed for a Democratic victory.
Ultimately, the case went to the Supreme Court, which ruled in a 5–4 decision on February 7, 2022, that Alabama's request for a stay would be granted, halting the three-judge panel's decision, upholding the state's original map and signifying a victory for Republicans in Alabama. Justice Brett Kavanaugh, joined by Samuel Alito, wrote a majority opinion, with Elena Kagan authoring a dissent.
The decision created some confusion over whether the extension for the filing deadline had been overturned as well; Secretary of State John Merrill clarified that the deadline would be left up to the parties. While the Democratic Party confirmed that it would keep its deadline as February 11, the Republican deadline was left unclear. This led to disputes over the eligibility for candidates to qualify for Republican primaries, specifically Jeff Coleman in District 2, and Jamie Aiken in District 6. Republican chairman John Wahl stated that the party would commit to state laws and party bylaws regarding the controversy. Following legal action, the U.S. District Court for Northern Alabama ruled against Coleman on February 25, 2022, establishing that it could not force the Alabama Republican Party to list the candidate's name on the ballot.
The case eventually led to a Supreme Court ruling in Allen v. Milligan during the 2024 election cycle, in which the lower court's ruling was upheld and a second African-American majority district was mandated, marking a major reversal and victory for Democratic voting rights activists.
District 1
The 1st district encompasses Washington, Mobile, Baldwin, Escambia and Monroe counties, including the cities of Mobile, Bay Minette, Foley, and Monroeville. The incumbent was Republican Jerry Carl, who had represented the district since 2021 and was elected with 64.4% of the vote in 2020.
No Democratic candidates qualified to run in this district, initially leaving Carl unopposed. However, the Libertarian Party qualified for ballot access in May 2022, presenting a general election challenge to Carl.
Republican primary Candidates Nominee Jerry Carl, incumbent U.S. representative
Failed to qualify Peter Alcorn
Libertarian nomination No primary was held for Libertarian candidates, and they were instead nominated by the party.
Nominee Alexander Remrey, tech support specialist and Army veteran
General election
Endorsements
Predictions SourceRankingAs of The Cook Political Report November 5, 2021 Inside Elections November 22, 2021 Sabato's Crystal Ball November 11, 2021Politico April 5, 2022RCPJune 9, 2022Fox News July 11, 2022DDHQJuly 20, 2022538June 30, 2022The Economist September 7, 2022
Results
District 2
The 2nd district encompasses most of the Montgomery metropolitan area, and stretches into the Wiregrass Region in the southeastern portion of the state, including Andalusia, Dothan, Greenville, and Troy. The incumbent was Republican Barry Moore, who was elected with 65.2% of the vote in 2020.
Businessman and 2020 candidate Jeff Coleman attempted to launch a primary challenge against Moore, and even purchased an advertisement campaign including airtime during Super Bowl LVI in local markets. However, a federal panel ruled against his candidacy, as he qualified after the Supreme Court upheld Alabama's original congressional map and qualifying dates.
Republican primary Candidates Nominee Barry Moore, incumbent U.S. representative
Failed to qualify Jeff Coleman, businessman and candidate for this seat in 2020
Endorsements
Democratic primary Candidates Nominee Phyllis Harvey-Hall, education consultant, retired teacher and Democratic nominee for this seat in 2020
Eliminated in primary Vimal Patel, real estate broker (endorsed Harvey-Hall)
Withdrawn Terell Anderson, graphic designer and progressive activist (endorsed Harvey-Hall) Jack Slate, tutor (endorsed Harvey-Hall)
Endorsements
Results
Libertarian nomination No primary was held for Libertarian candidates, and they were instead nominated by the party.
Nominee Jonathan Realz, actor and activist
General election Predictions SourceRankingAs of The Cook Political Report November 5, 2021 Inside Elections November 22, 2021 Sabato's Crystal Ball November 11, 2021PoliticoApril 5, 2022RCPJune 9, 2022Fox News July 11, 2022DDHQJuly 20, 2022538June 30, 2022The Economist September 7, 2022
Post-primary endorsements
Results
District 3
The 3rd district is based in eastern Alabama, taking in Anniston, Auburn, Talladega, and Tuskegee. The incumbent was Republican Mike Rogers, who was re-elected with 67.5% of the vote in 2020.
Republican primary Candidates Nominee Mike Rogers, incumbent U.S. representative
Eliminated in primary Michael T. Joiner, plumbing contractor
Endorsements
Results
Democratic primary Candidates Nominee Lin Veasey, pastor
Libertarian nomination No primary was held for Libertarian candidates, and they were instead nominated by the party.
Nominee Thomas Casson, former congressional staffer and candidate for this seat in 2014 and 2020
Independents Candidates Douglas "Doug" Bell, businessman, pastor and Republican nominee for Georgia's 5th congressional district in 2016 (qualified ballot access)
General election Predictions SourceRankingAs of The Cook Political Report November 5, 2021 Inside Elections November 22, 2021 Sabato's Crystal Ball November 11, 2021PoliticoApril 5, 2022RCPJune 9, 2022Fox News July 11, 2022DDHQJuly 20, 2022538June 30, 2022The Economist September 7, 2022
Post-primary endorsements
Results
District 4
The 4th district is located in rural north-central Alabama, including Cullman, Gadsden, Jasper, and Muscle Shoals. The incumbent was Republican Robert Aderholt, who was re-elected with 82.2% of the vote in 2020.
Republican primary Candidates Nominee Robert Aderholt, incumbent U.S. representative
Democratic primary Candidates Nominee Rick Neighbors, manufacturing project manager, Democratic nominee for this seat in 2020 and former candidate in 2012 and 2018
Eliminated in primary Rhonda Gore, teacher, former candidate for this seat in 2012
Results
Libertarian nomination No primary was held for Libertarian candidates, and they were instead nominated by the party.
Nominee John C. Cochran, businessman
General election Predictions SourceRankingAs of The Cook Political Report November 5, 2021 Inside Elections November 22, 2021 Sabato's Crystal Ball November 11, 2021PoliticoApril 5, 2022RCPJune 9, 2022Fox News July 11, 2022DDHQJuly 20, 2022538June 30, 2022The Economist September 7, 2022
Endorsements
Results
District 5
The 5th district is based in northern Alabama, including the city of Huntsville, as well as Athens, Decatur, Florence, and Scottsboro. The incumbent was Republican Mo Brooks, who was re-elected with 95.8% of the vote in 2020, without major-party opposition. On March 22, 2021, Brooks announced his retirement and intention to run for U.S. Senate.
Republican primary Candidates Nominee Dale Strong, chair of the Madison County Commission (2012–2023)
Eliminated in runoff Casey Wardynski, former Assistant Secretary of the Army (2019–2021) and former Huntsville City Schools Superintendent (2011–2016)
Eliminated in primary Andy Blalock, teacher and rancher John Roberts, economic developer Paul Sanford, former member of the Alabama State Senate for the 7th district (2009–2018) Harrison Wright, podcaster and activist
Failed to qualify Dexter Donnell, project manager Doug Ehrle, sales program manager
Declined Mo Brooks, incumbent U.S. representative (ran for U.S. Senate)
Endorsements
Debates and forums + 2022 AL-5 Republican primary debates and forums Date Host Moderator Link Participants Participant Absent Eliminated Blalock Roberts Sanford Strong Wardynski Wright 1 January 18, 2022 Republican Women of Huntsville Dale Jackson N/A 2 April 21, 2022 Huntsville South Civic Association N/A N/AAA A A 3 May 1, 2022 Athens-Limestone Republican Women Tracy SmithFacebook A 4 June 14, 2022 WHDF North Alabama's CW Jerry HayesChristine KillimayerYouTube (1)YouTube (2)YouTube (3)EEE E
First round Polling Poll source Date(s)administered Samplesize Marginof error AndyBlalock JohnRoberts PaulSanford DaleStrong CaseyWardynski HarrisonWright UndecidedCherry Communications (R)Cherry Communications (R)February 2–6, 2022600 (LV)± 4.0%4%5%7%30%6%2%46%
Results
Runoff Polling Poll source Date(s)administered Samplesize Marginof error DaleStrong CaseyWardynski UndecidedCygnal (R)Cygnal (R)June 5–6, 2022400 (LV)± 4.9%46%31%24%
Debate + 2022 Alabama's 5th congressional district republican primary runoff debate Date Host Moderator Link Republican RepublicanKey: Participant Absent Not invited Invited Withdrawn Dale Strong Casey Wardynski1 Jun. 14, 2022 WHNT-TV Jerry HayesChristine KillimayerYouTube (Part 1)YouTube (Part 2)YouTube (Part 3)
Results
Democratic primary Candidates Nominee Kathy Warner-Stanton, programming project manager
Eliminated in primary Charlie Thompson III, car rental manager
Removed from ballot Ben Gyasi
Endorsements
Results
Libertarian nomination No primary was held for Libertarian candidates, and they were instead nominated by the party.
Nominee Phillip "PJ" Greer, Marine Corps veteran
General election Predictions SourceRankingAs of The Cook Political Report November 5, 2021 Inside Elections November 22, 2021 Sabato's Crystal Ball November 11, 2021PoliticoApril 5, 2022RCPJune 9, 2022Fox News July 11, 2022DDHQJuly 20, 2022538June 30, 2022The Economist September 7, 2022
Post-primary endorsements
Results
District 6