Mark Wheeler II is a chemist from Anniston, Alabama, running for U.S. Senate as a Democrat with a pro-labor, pro-worker platform. Born and raised in Heflin, Alabama, Wheeler grew up facing significant financial poverty. Through determination and hard work, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Jacksonville State University (2024) with a minor in Emergency Management. His campaign focuses on workers' rights, labor unions, education, healthcare, and reducing Alabama's reliance on federal funding while maintaining essential services. Wheeler completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey and announced his candidacy on January 19, 2026, according to FEC records.

Kyle Sweetser is a construction company owner from Mobile, Alabama, who became nationally prominent by speaking at the 2024 Democratic National Convention as a 'Republican Against Trump.' Born in Mobile, Sweetser is a lifelong Republican who voted for Trump twice (2016, 2020) before becoming disillusioned with Republican policies. He was harmed economically by Trump's steel tariffs during the first Trump administration, which led him to speak out online. After initially insisting he remained a Republican, Sweetser switched his party affiliation to Democratic in April 2025 and launched a U.S. Senate campaign. He announced his candidacy on April 16, 2025, positioning himself as a centrist Democrat focused on economic issues and infrastructure.

Dakarai Larriett is a businessman and Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, positioning himself as an entrepreneur focused on economic opportunity, education, and healthcare. Son of a U.S. Army veteran and a teacher, Larriett was born in Birmingham and attended the Alabama School of Fine Arts before earning a full scholarship to the University of Alabama, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in business and economics. He earned an MBA from NYU's Stern School of Business and worked in corporate roles before launching his own pet care business. Larriett's campaign was sparked by a 2024 wrongful arrest incident in Michigan where he claims he was unlawfully detained; he is pursuing a $10 million lawsuit against Michigan State Police. He announced his candidacy on April 7, 2025.

Jared Hudson is a former U.S. Navy SEAL, law enforcement officer, and founder/CEO of the Covenant Rescue Group, an anti-human trafficking nonprofit. Born and raised in North Jefferson, Alabama, Hudson presents himself as a political outsider and anti-establishment conservative. He officially announced his candidacy on May 28, 2025, positioning himself as someone who will 'tear down' Washington rather than 'join the club.' Hudson frames his campaign around faith, family, and service, emphasizing his military and law enforcement background as qualifications for the Senate. He is married with three children and is active in his church.

Steve Marshall is the Alabama Attorney General, serving since 2017 when appointed by Governor Robert Bentley after Luther Strange's appointment to the U.S. Senate. Marshall was born in Atmore, Alabama, and earned his undergraduate degree from UNC Chapel Hill and law degree from University of Alabama School of Law. Before becoming Attorney General, he served 16 years as District Attorney of Marshall County (2001-2017). He has been elected to two full terms as Attorney General with decisive Republican majorities and is term-limited in that position. Marshall ran for Senate in May 2025, positioning himself as an experienced prosecutor and government official with a record of 'getting things done' for Alabama.

Barry Moore is a U.S. Representative from Alabama's 1st Congressional District (2025-2026), serving since 2021. Born September 26, 1966, in Coffee County, Alabama, Moore is a successful businessman and conservative politician. He founded Barry Moore Industries, a waste hauling company, in 1998 and served in the Alabama House of Representatives before his election to Congress. Moore is married to Heather Hopper Moore and has been a vocal Trump supporter since 2015, claiming to be the first elected official nationally to endorse Trump. He received Trump's endorsement for Senate in January 2026. Moore is a member of the Freedom Caucus and has maintained strong conservative voting records.

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