Alabama's 3rd Congressional District election, 2026

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Alabama's 3rd Congressional District
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Election details
Filing deadline: January 23, 2026
Primary: May 19, 2026 Primary runoff: June 16, 2026 General: November 3, 2026
How to vote
Poll times: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Voting in Alabama
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Cook Political Report: Solid Republican DDHQ and The Hill: Pending Inside Elections: Solid Republican Sabato's Crystal Ball: Safe Republican
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All U.S. House districts, including the 3rd Congressional District of Alabama, are holding elections in 2026. The general election is November 3, 2026. The primary is May 19, 2026, and a primary runoff is June 16, 2026. The filing deadline was January 23, 2026. The outcome of this race will affect the partisan balance of the U.S. House of Representatives in the 120th Congress. All 435 U.S. House districts are up for election.

Currently, Republicans have a 218-214 majority with three vacancies in the chamber. To read more about the U.S. House elections taking place this year, click here. For more information about the primaries in this election, click on the links below:

• Alabama's 3rd Congressional District election, 2026 (May 19 Democratic primary)
• Alabama's 3rd Congressional District election, 2026 (May 19 Republican primary)

Candidates and election results

General election

The candidate list in this election may not be complete.

The primary will occur on May 19, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. Additional general election candidates will be added here following the primary.

General election for U.S. House Alabama District 3

Lee McInnis is running in the general election for U.S. House Alabama District 3 on November 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Lee McInnis (D)

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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Lee McInnis advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Alabama District 3.

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Alabama District 3

Incumbent Mike Rogers and Terri LaPoint are running in the Republican primary for U.S. House Alabama District 3 on May 19, 2026.

		Candidate
		Mike Rogers
		Terri LaPoint

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• Draic Coakley (R)

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Lee McInnis

Party: Democratic Party

Incumbent: No

Submitted Biography:  "I was born in Birmingham, AL, and grew up in Homewood. My father was a Korean War veteran, and when he came home he worked in the Jefferson County Engineering Department until he retired. My mother came from a strong union family and was a 40-year member of the Communication Workers of America labor union. From them, I learned the value of hard work, the importance of respecting working people, and the importance of serving others above self. I graduated from Homewood High School and Auburn University. I joined the US Army after Auburn and trained as an Arabic Linguist. I used the GI Bill to return to Auburn and earned a master's degree studying communications and international relations. I then began a twenty-eight-year career in the Defense Intelligence Community. I spent extensive time overseas, including time in Qatar, Bahrain, Iraq, and Afghanistan. For myb service I received multiple awards, including the Joint Staff Civilian Commendation Medal and the Defense Intelligence Agency's Director Intelligence Medal. When my wife's job moved us to Augusta, GA, I retired and took a job teaching at a local college. When she retired, we settled in Lee County, and I returned to Auburn to earn a Master of Arts in History. My life has been dedicated to serving my country and its people. My time in the US House of Representatives will be a continuation of that service."

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Key Messages

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HEALTH CARE: In the richest country in the world, no one should lack for basic healthcare coverage. People should not have to decide between buying food and buying their prescriptions. No one should ever lose their house because a family member got sick. The GOP is stripping $1 trillion from healthcare. The effects, especially in our rural communities will be catastrophic. 83% of Alabama's rural hospitals are running at a financial loss. We will lose 20 rural hospitals, 50-60 nursing homes, and at least 200,000 and as many as 500,000 Alabamians will lose their health insurance. Health care deserts already exist in rural Alabama. The GOP budget will ensure those deprived areas will grow and the health of our communities will suffer.

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EDUCATION: Every child in the US deserves a free, quality education in an environment free from violence. The Republican Party in Montgomery and Washington are constructing a two tier education system that will deprive vast numbers of children the opportunity for a quality education based solely on their families income and where they live. Children with learning challenges will be denied a quality education. While this makes short term sense to some, in the long term it will prove disastrous for the country. Our single best hope of competing in the 21st century is to educate ALL our children to the highest standard. We most revitalize our technical education programs and ensure college is affordable for everyone who desires to attend

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ECONOMY: In the Alabama 3rd Congressional District, 17% of the population live below the poverty line, 2% higher than the state as a whole, and 6% higher the the nation as a whole. Already tariffs are causing rising prices and job loses. Our farmers, who have fought for generations to save their land, are seeing their crops rot in the field as overseas buyers turn to other sources. Independent, family farms, the bed rock of our rural communities, will disappear as the banks foreclose and the land is scooped up by large corporations. The increased cost to import car parts, food, pharmaceuticals, clothing, and a host of other products will drive more and more people below the poverty line. We must build an economy that lifts all people.

Voting information

See also: Voting in Alabama

Election information in Alabama: May 19, 2026, election.

What is the voter registration deadline?

• In-person: May 4, 2026
• By mail: Postmarked by May 4, 2026
• Online: May 4, 2026

Is absentee/mail-in voting available to all voters?

No

What is the absentee/mail-in ballot request deadline?

• In-person: May 14, 2026
• By mail: Received by May 12, 2026
• Online: N/A

What is the absentee/mail-in ballot return deadline?

• In-person: May 18, 2026
• By mail: Received by May 19, 2026

Is early voting available to all voters?

No

What were the early voting start and end dates?

N/A to N/A

Are all voters required to present ID at the polls? If so, is a photo or non-photo ID required?

N/A

When are polls open on Election Day?

7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. (ET/CT)

Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey responses

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Survey responses from candidates in this race

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Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Lee McInnis (D)

HEALTH CARE: In the richest country in the world, no one should lack for basic healthcare coverage. People should not have to decide between buying food and buying their prescriptions. No one should ever lose their house because a family member got sick. The GOP is stripping $1 trillion from healthcare. The effects, especially in our rural communities will be catastrophic. 83% of Alabama's rural hospitals are running at a financial loss. We will lose 20 rural hospitals, 50-60 nursing homes, and at least 200,000 and as many as 500,000 Alabamians will

lose their health insurance. Health care deserts already exist in rural Alabama. The GOP budget will ensure those deprived areas will grow and the health of our communities will suffer.

EDUCATION: Every child in the US deserves a free, quality education in an environment free from violence. The Republican Party in Montgomery and Washington are constructing a two tier education system that will deprive vast numbers of children the opportunity for a quality education based solely on their families income and where they live. Children with learning challenges will be denied a quality education. While this makes short term sense to some, in the long term it will prove disastrous for the country. Our single best hope of competing in the 21st century is to educate ALL our children to the highest standard. We most revitalize our technical education programs and ensure college is affordable for everyone who desires to attend

ECONOMY: In the Alabama 3rd Congressional District, 17% of the population live below the poverty line, 2% higher than the state as a whole, and 6% higher the the nation as a whole. Already tariffs are causing rising prices and job loses. Our farmers, who have fought for generations to save their land, are seeing their crops rot in the field as overseas buyers turn to other sources. Independent, family farms, the bed rock of our rural communities, will disappear as the banks foreclose and the land is scooped up by large corporations.

The increased cost to import car parts, food, pharmaceuticals, clothing, and a host of other products will drive more and more people below the poverty line. We must build an economy that lifts all people.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Lee McInnis (D)

VETERANS: As a disabled veteran, I am passionate about the care we provide those who have served our nation in the armed forces. Our veterans signed a contract. They agreed to defend our freedoms at the risk of their lives, and we agreed to provide them with quality healthcare upon their return from service. We need a robust Veterans Health Care System. FAIR TAXES: Americans deserve a fair tax system. The working and middle classes have been shouldering the burden of funding government programs for too long. Small tax breaks for workers are short-term, while massive tax cuts for corporations and billionaires are permanent. ALL must pay their fair share in taxes so that all receive the benefits of prosperity.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Lee McInnis (D)

My father was a Korean War veteran. He was an Infantry Company First Sergeant in one of the first racially integrated combat units in the United States Army. He returned from the war and began working for the Jefferson County Engineering Department, where he remained until his retirement. Even though he only had a high school diploma, he taught himself civil engineering and ultimately ran the biggest water treatment plant in the state, a job I have been told would probably require a master's degree today.

In the 1960s, in Alabama, my father believed that all people, regardless of their race or economic status, deserved respect and dignity if they contributed to society. He thought that the natural ally of a poor white man should have always been a poor Black man, and he despised politicians who tried to divide them to further their own political careers. My father, who never ran for

office, was a leader in our community, and he achieved that status simply because he was willing to serve without expecting personal gain. People respected my father; they sought his advice and accepted his leadership based only on his willingness to serve his community.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Lee McInnis (D)

First, open and free communication with constituents is an absolute must. An ability to listen to the voters without prejudice or preconceived judgments is also key. Additionally, the ability to prioritize the needs of voters and the country over one's own self-interest is essential.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Lee McInnis (D)

A Member of the US House of Representatives has two core functions: to serve their constituents by passing laws and developing budgets, and to hold the Executive Branch accountable. To serve the people, they must also uphold the Constitution; obey all laws; and provide checks and balances to the other two branches of government.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Lee McInnis (D)

Even though I was not often in a formal classroom environment, I have always considered myself a teacher and mentor. For my entire career in the Department of Defense, I worked with young people. I took pride in the fact that many of them would come to me for advice on their careers and their lives. Long after some of them had worked for me, they would reach out and let me know that they had applied something they learned from my leadership to the team they were leading, and it had improved their team. Knowing that the lessons I taught are still resonating through the intelligence community is very gratifying.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Lee McInnis (D)

At the age of four, my family ran into Governor George Wallace at the Alabama State Fair. I still remember the look on my father's face when Wallace reached out and took his hand, forcing him to shake hands with him. My father was opposed to Wallace's segregationist policies, and even at that age, I think I understood that set him apart from my friends' fathers. I don't know if my family running into Governor Wallace is truly "historic," but he was undoubtedly a historic figure and it made a significant impression on me.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Lee McInnis (D)

During the summers after I graduated from high school, I worked on a county road crew patching roads in Jefferson County, Alabama. The job required working with asphalt to fill holes and cover degrading pavement on the rural roads outside of Birmingham. Physically, it was one of the most demanding jobs I ever had. The asphalt started at 300 degrees, and we were usually working in the sun during Alabama summers. I had the job every summer I was in college. While at the time I was not thrilled with the work, as I have grown older, I appreciate the fact that it taught me the value of labor and to respect everyone who works for a living.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Lee McInnis (D)

"The Politics of Rage: George Wallace, the Origins of the New Conservatism, and the Transformation of American Politics" by Dan T. Carter. As a historian of the American South, I appreciate Carter's contributions to the field, which revolutionized the way Southern histories are written, but more importantly, Carter's exploration of the George Wallace phenomenon deepened my understanding of a period of time in Alabama that was essential in the development of my worldview

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Lee McInnis (D)

Atticus Finch from "To Kill a Mockingbird." I read Harper Lee's book for the first time as a sophomore in high school. I've read it multiple times since then. Finch's resolute commitment to racial and legal justice, despite facing overwhelming opposition, is a characteristic I have always hoped to emulate. Now, some people would like to see "To Kill a Mockingbird" banned from our school libraries.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Lee McInnis (D)

Once, during an annual performance review, my boss said this: "I think your performance in this incredibly high-stress job has been outstanding, but I am required to put something in the 'Needs Improvement' box.' So, I wrote, 'Mr. McInnis does not suffer fools lightly.'" He was correct. That was 30 years ago, and I try to keep his words in my mind. Since then, I have focused on skills like consensus building, working toward compromises, active listening, and applying patience

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

Lee McInnis (D)

The Founders saw the House of Representatives as the "Vox Populi," the voice of the people. The requirement for elections every two years means the members of the House should be acutely attuned to the needs and opinions of their constituents. Unfortunately, the massive amounts of money driving all campaigns have blunted that unique quality. I do not believe the Founders never envisioned a Member of the House serving in that body for over 20 years.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

Lee McInnis (D)

It is beneficial, but should not be a prerequisite. Many people serving in the House come from a variety of careers that benefit the institution. Medical professionals, individuals who have worked in environmental causes, those in the banking industry, farmers, and those in the agribusiness sector all have unique perspectives and experiences that would benefit the work of the House.

What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Lee McInnis (D)

Politicians who place their personal self-interest ahead of the good of the nation. We must elect a class of servant leaders who prioritize the well-being of the country, the protection of our democratic institutions, and strive for cooperation across imagined boundaries to move this nation forward in what will be a challenging century, both domestically and internationally

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Lee McInnis (D)

Yes. The ability to turn the majority in the House quickly serves as a check to the Executive Branch. While the current administration won the 2024 election, it did so by a very narrow margin, and its policies are proving to be highly unpopular. Flipping the House in 2026 will serve as a check to the Executive and force a more moderate approach to governance.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

Lee McInnis (D)

In general terms, I do not support term limits, as they can thwart the will of the people. However, if we cannot implement campaign finance reforms, we must have term limits to ensure that elected officials truly represent the people, and not moneyed interest groups.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Lee McInnis (D)

Lots of names come to mind. John Lewis is first on the list. His focus on peaceful resistance, the dignity of every person, and his quiet resolve should serve as a model for anyone who aspires to run for office. I hope to model his courage and willingness to sacrifice in doing what is right.

Representative, now Senator, Tammy Duckworth is the model of a servant leader. She has already sacrificed so much for her country, and yet she continues to serve with strength, dignity, and grace.

Thomas P. "Tip" O'Neill sparred with President Reagan on almost a daily basis, yet he was never uncivil or divisive. He also reportedly said, "In America, all politics are local," and focusing on my constituents over party loyalty is something I would like to follow.

While I didn't agree with many of their positions, Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger demonstrated great courage and, at significant personal cost, stayed loyal to their oaths of office.

Finally, Sam Rayburn, a Texas Democrat, took significant political risks to push through Civil Rights legislation in the 1950s.

Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

Lee McInnis (D)

I was talking to a man from Randolph County. Randolph is a rural county along the Georgia-Alabama border. We spoke about the dire situation in his county and the effect this administration was having on the people. Parents who knew their kids weren't getting the best education available but couldn't afford to move to a better school district. Workers in the county's three mills hadn't

received a meaningful pay raise in 30 years. Single mothers who wanted to work but couldn't afford daycare, even if it was available. The county's one hospital was in danger of closing due to the lack of funding, and since that hospital had closed its labor and delivery service, the closest place to have a baby was over 45 minutes away. After nearly an hour, I asked him, "You're painting a pretty bleak picture. Is it that bad?"

He replied, "Randolph County has been on a precipice for years. If they pass this big beautiful bill, we're going over the edge, and ain't nothing going to stop it. That bill will destroy Randolph County and a lot of counties just like us."

The following week, Randolph County's Member in the US House of Representatives voted for the bill. When the bill came back from the Senate with even deeper cuts to the assistance Randolph County needs, he voted for it again.

That was when I decided to run for this office.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Lee McInnis (D)

Absolutely, but there are exceptions. The Constitution identified certain "inalienable rights" that should be non-negotiable. Any restriction on those rights should only be considered when there is a clear and compelling state interest. I would never accept the curtailment of another person's rights simply as a means to advance a program I advocated. In all other instances, cooperation and collaboration among parties, across regions, and between urban and rural representatives are essential for the efficient operation of the House.

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

Lee McInnis (D)

The burden of taxes must be shared evenly across all segments of society. The working and middle classes have been carrying the burden of paying for this country for too long. We have to fix the tax code so that all, especially the ultra-rich and large corporations, pay their share. I'm asked all the time how I plan to increase government support for healthcare, education, and infrastructure without expanding the deficit. My answer is always the same: "Make sure the ultra-rich and corporations pay their fair share."

How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?

Lee McInnis (D)

The House of Representatives was designed to give the people an immediate voice in how their country is governed. A Member of the House has two principal jobs: to represent their constituents in the passing of laws and formation of budgets, and to hold the Executive Branch accountable for its actions. The House was never conceived as the servant of the President but rather as a

coequal. The House has a Constitutional requirement to serve as a check on executive power, and investigations are the principal tools for that purpose.

The House should also conduct investigations into issues of public interest that could lead to the enactment of new laws. New industries and challenges to the country are always on the horizon, and the House's investigative powers are an effective tool for gathering facts to support the legislative process.

Candidates hear many personal stories from voters. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching or memorable?

Lee McInnis (D)

Please see my earlier response regarding the situation in Randolph County.

What is an accomplishment that you are proud of?

Lee McInnis (D)

In the early days of Operation Enduring Freedom, I led a team of passionate young people tasked with providing support to troops on the ground in Afghanistan. My team was not made up of bureaucrats. They were young Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and civilians who were incredibly technically smart and passionate about their work. They found ways to push the regulations to get

the mission accomplished in new and creative ways. The hierarchy did not approve of their ideas of decentralizing processing and automating processes to get intelligence to the troops faster. The bureaucrats pushed back hard. It became my job to screen my team from the worst of the interference and fight for the resources that they desperately needed. In many ways, it could be a dispiriting job.

One day, a Navy Lieutenant Commander, whom I had spoken to on the phone a hundred times, returned from Afghanistan and stopped by the office to thank my team for all their support. Afterwards, we talked, and as we spoke, he heard my frustrations with the hierarchy and the struggle to provide support to the troops on the ground. He paused and looked at me. "Mac, you just have to know one thing. Thanks to the work you and your team are doing, Americans are coming home alive who probably would not have had you and your people not been working on this problem. Try to remember that."

I received many awards for my work. That was the most significant one by far.

What role should the United States government have in the development or use of artificial intelligence?

Lee McInnis (D)

AI has the potential to cause as much upheaval in the economy and our culture as the industrial revolution did 250 years ago. The government must walk a very fine line. It is advantageous to everyone that the private sector be allowed to develop AI for the benefit of all. The government has the remit to ensure that this powerful tool is used for the advantage of the general public. During the Industrial Revolution, governments in many nations made numerous mistakes. The industry was allowed to run unchecked, and the needs of owners often trampled the rights of workers. The ultimate results were decades of labor and civil unrest. We must ensure that we do not make those mistakes again.

What legislation would you enact related to election administration in the United States?

Lee McInnis (D)

Since the Citizens United decision was handed down, spending in election campaigns has been out of control. Several actions need to be taken. The DISCLOSE Act needs to be reintroduced before the legislature to enhance transparency in campaign spending. Laws requiring shareholder consent before publicly held corporations can contribute to campaigns should be passed. Tax deductions should be offered for small contributions to campaigns, encouraging small donations and mitigating the impact of large donors.

Campaign finance

Name	Party	Receipts*	Disbursements**	Cash on hand	Date
Mike Rogers	Republican Party	$1,347,679	$880,643	$2,389,370	As of December 31, 2025
Lee McInnis	Democratic Party	$10,160	$2,917	$9,462	As of September 30, 2026
Terri LaPoint	Republican Party	$10,738	$5,408	$5,330	As of December 31, 2025
Source: Federal Elections Commission, "Campaign finance data," 2026. This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC). * According to the FEC, "Receipts are anything of value (money, goods, services or property) received by a political committee." ** According to the FEC, a disbursement "is a purchase, payment, distribution, loan, advance, deposit or gift of money or anything of value to influence a federal election," plus other kinds of payments not made to influence a federal election.

General election race ratings

See also: Race rating definitions and methods

Ballotpedia provides race ratings from four outlets: The Cook Political Report, Inside Elections, Sabato's Crystal Ball, and DDHQ/The Hill. Each race rating indicates if one party is perceived to have an advantage in the race and, if so, the degree of advantage:

• Safe and Solid ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge and the race is not competitive.
• Likely ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge, but an upset is possible.
• Lean ratings indicate that one party has a small edge, but the race is competitive.
• Toss-up ratings indicate that neither party has an advantage.

Race ratings are informed by a number of factors, including polling, candidate quality, and election result history in the race's district or state.

Race ratings: Alabama's 3rd Congressional District election, 2026
Race tracker	Race ratings
	3/31/2026	3/24/2026	3/17/2026	3/10/2026
The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican
Decision Desk HQ and The Hill	Pending	Pending	Pending	Pending
Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican
Larry J. Sabato's Crystal Ball	Safe Republican	Safe Republican	Safe Republican	Safe Republican
Note: Ballotpedia reviews external race ratings every week throughout the election season and posts weekly updates even if the media outlets have not revised their ratings during that week.

Ballot access

The table below details filing requirements for U.S. House candidates in Alabama in the 2026 election cycle. For additional information on candidate ballot access requirements in Alabama, click here.

Filing requirements for U.S. House candidates, 2026
State	Office	Party	Signatures required	Filing fee	Filing deadline	Source
Alabama	U.S. House	Ballot-qualified party	N/A	Fixed by party	1/23/2026	Source
Alabama	U.S. House	Unaffiliated	3% of all votes cast for governor in the district in the last election	N/A	5/19/2026	Source

District history

The section below details election results for this office in elections dating back to 2020.

• 2024
• 2022
• 2020

General election

General election for U.S. House Alabama District 3

Incumbent Mike Rogers (R) won election in the general election for U.S. House Alabama District 3 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mike Rogers (R)	97.9	243,848
		Other/Write-in votes	2.1%	5,160

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 249,008
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Democratic primary

The Democratic primary scheduled for March 5, 2024, was canceled.

Republican primary

Republican primary for U.S. House Alabama District 3

Incumbent Mike Rogers (R) defeated Bryan Newell (R) and Barron Rae Bevels (R) in the Republican primary for U.S. House Alabama District 3 on March 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mike Rogers	81.9	71,242
		Bryan Newell	12.6	10,926
		Barron Rae Bevels	5.6	4,856

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 87,024
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Nathan Woodring (R)

General election

General election for U.S. House Alabama District 3

Incumbent Mike Rogers (R) defeated Lin Veasey (D), Douglas Bell (Independent), and Thomas Casson (L) in the general election for U.S. House Alabama District 3 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mike Rogers (R)	71.2	135,602
		Lin Veasey (D)	25.1	47,859
		Douglas Bell (Independent)	2.0	3,831
		Thomas Casson (L)	1.6	3,034
		Other/Write-in votes	0.0%	80

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 190,406
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Democratic primary

The Democratic primary scheduled for May 24, 2022, was canceled. Lin Veasey (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Alabama District 3 without appearing on the ballot.

Republican primary

Republican primary for U.S. House Alabama District 3

Incumbent Mike Rogers (R) defeated Michael Joiner (R) in the Republican primary for U.S. House Alabama District 3 on May 24, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mike Rogers	81.9	70,843
		Michael Joiner	18.1	15,618

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 86,461
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General election

General election for U.S. House Alabama District 3

Incumbent Mike Rogers (R) defeated Adia Winfrey (D) in the general election for U.S. House Alabama District 3 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mike Rogers (R)	67.5	217,384
		Adia Winfrey (D)	32.5	104,595
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1%	255

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 322,234
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Democratic primary

The Democratic primary scheduled for March 3, 2020, was canceled. Adia Winfrey (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Alabama District 3 without appearing on the ballot.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Hannah Thompson (D)

Republican primary

The Republican primary scheduled for March 3, 2020, was canceled. Incumbent Mike Rogers (R) advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Alabama District 3 without appearing on the ballot.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Thomas Casson (R)

District analysis

Click the tabs below to view information about voter composition, past elections, and demographics in both the district and the state.

• District map - A map of the district in place for the election.
• Competitiveness - Information about the competitiveness of 2026 U.S. House elections in the state.
• Presidential elections - Information about presidential elections in the district and the state.
• State party control - The partisan makeup of the state's congressional delegation and state government.

• District map
• Competitiveness
• Presidential elections
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See also: Primary election competitiveness in state and federal government, 2026

This section contains data on U.S. House primary election competitiveness in Alabama.

Post-filing deadline analysis

The following analysis covers all U.S. House districts up for election in Alabama in 2026. Information below was calculated on Jan. 23, 2026, and may differ from information shown in the table above due to candidate replacements and withdrawals after that time.

Twenty-five candidates — 10 Democrats and 15 Republicans — ran for Alabama’s seven U.S. House districts. That’s 3.6 candidates per district. There were 5.1 candidates per district in 2024, three in 2022, 3.6 in 2020, 3.3 in 2018, 2.3 in 2016, and 2.9 in 2014.

One district — the 1st district — was open in 2026 because Rep. Barry Moore (R-1st) ran for the U.S. Senate. There was one open district in 2024, one in 2022, two in 2020, none in 2018, none in 2016, and one in 2014.

Six primaries — two Democratic and four Republican — were contested in 2026. In total, there were eight contested primaries in 2024, five in 2022, five in 2020, seven in 2018, four in 2016, and four in 2014.

Eight candidates — one Democrat and seven Republicans — ran for the open 1st district, the most candidates that ran for a district in 2026.

Three incumbents — all Republicans — faced primary challengers in 2026. There were six incumbents in a contested primary in 2024, one in 2022, one in 2020, three in 2018, four in 2016, and three in 2014.

The 7th district was guaranteed to Democrats because no Republicans appeared on the ballot. Democrats filed to run in all seven districts, meaning none were guaranteed to Republicans.

Partisan Voter Index

See also: The Cook Political Report's Partisan Voter Index

Heading into the 2026 elections, based on results from the 2024 and 2020 presidential elections, the Cook Partisan Voter Index for this district is R+23. This meant that in those two presidential elections, this district's results were 23 percentage points more Republican than the national average. This made Alabama's 3rd the 17th most Republican district nationally.

2024 presidential election results

The table below shows what the vote in the 2024 presidential election was in this district. The presidential election data was compiled by The Downballot.

2024 presidential results in Alabama's 3rd Congressional District

Kamala Harris	Donald Trump
26.0%	73.0%

Presidential voting history

See also: Presidential election in Alabama, 2024

Alabama presidential election results (1900-2024)

• 16 Democratic wins
• 14 Republican wins
• 2 other wins

Year	1900	1904	1908	1912	1916	1920	1924	1928	1932	1936	1940	1944	1948	1952	1956	1960	1964	1968	1972	1976	1980	1984	1988	1992	1996	2000	2004	2008	2012	2016	2020	2024
Winning Party	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	SR	D	D	D	R	AI	R	D	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R

See also: Party control of Alabama state government

Congressional delegation

The table below displays the partisan composition of Alabama's congressional delegation as of September 2025.

Congressional Partisan Breakdown from Alabama
Party	U.S. Senate	U.S. House	Total
Democratic	0	2	2
Republican	2	5	7
Independent	0	0	0
Vacancies	0	0	0
Total	2	7	9

State executive

The table below displays the officeholders in Alabama's top four state executive offices as of October 2025.

State executive officials in Alabama, October 2025

Office	Officeholder
Governor	Kay Ivey
Lieutenant Governor	Will Ainsworth
Secretary of State	Wes Allen
Attorney General	Steve Marshall

State legislature

Alabama State Senate

Party		As of February 2026
	Democratic Party	8
	Republican Party	27
	Other	0
	Vacancies	0
Total		35

Alabama House of Representatives

Party		As of February 2026
	Democratic Party	29
	Republican Party	76
	Other	0
	Vacancies	0
Total		105

Trifecta control

Alabama Party Control: 1992-2025
Six years of Democratic trifectas  •  Fifteen years of Republican trifectas
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Year	92	93	94	95	96	97	98	99	00	01	02	03	04	05	06	07	08	09	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	19	20	21	22	23	24	25
Governor	R	D	D	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R
Senate	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R
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See also

Alabama	2026 primaries	2026 U.S. Congress elections
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Footnotes

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Alabama's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Katie Britt (R)

Tommy Tuberville (R)

Representatives

District 1

Barry Moore (R)

District 2

Shomari Figures (D)

District 3

Mike Rogers (R)

District 4

Robert Aderholt (R)

District 5

Dale Strong (R)

District 6

Gary Palmer (R)

District 7

Terri Sewell (D)

Republican Party (7)

Democratic Party (2)

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