Ainsworth Bows Out of Governor’s Race
Will be focusing on family, but will continue serving Alabama
Alabama’s Lieutenant Governor Will Ainsworth will not be running for Governor in the 2026 election cycle.
Taking to Facebook Wednesday morning, May 21, Ainsworth made the announcement, saying “After much prayer and many discussions with my family, friends, and supporters, I will not be a candidate for governor during the 2026 election cycle.” He then posted a picture of his full statement, which is posted below.
The move answers question many had been considering and clears the way for another candidate, possibly U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville, to immediately assume front runner status in the Governor’s race.
It also eliminates the possibility of what many were considering to be the most contentious race in this cycle: Ainsworth versus Tuberville in the Republican primary race for Governor.
Lt. Gov. Ainsworth’s statement:
