Devito Affirms Support for Boyd in Democrat Governor’s Race

Jeremy Devito, Democratic candidate for Congress in Alabama’s 5th district has confirmed that he is supporting Dr. Will Boyd in the Democrat primary for Governor over former U.S. Senator Doug Jones.

Devito spoke with ALpoliyics.com about Jones’ entry into the race, saying:

“Doug Jones is a great politician. He did well for this State. But, I think that time has come and gone. That's why I put my energy and my effort behind Will Boyd.

“I've met Dr. Boyd several times in person. I think he's got the right plan for Alabama and I think people who jumped into this race earlier have that conviction, and that drive, to do something for Alabama.

“It feels like, for Doug, he would be better as an endorser. As somebody who is recognized nationally as a Democrat—and in Alabama, when you think of a Democrat, you think Doug Jones—I think that in the state that this party is in, in Alabama? It requires some leadership in that capacity, someone who is willing to step aside but lift the party up.

“I think that he could be way more effective by pushing others like Dr. Boyd, myself, other people. other Democrats, who are trying to bring this party into a new age in the State, and be a part of that national conversation and change the image of Alabama.” 

Boyd has been campaigning for the Democratic nomination since he launched his campaign in June. Jones has only recently declared, after having teased a run for weeks.

According to his campaign website, Jeremy Devito is a husband, father, and longtime public servant. A resident of Athens, he brings a steady record of service and a clear commitment to community life.

Devito grew up in Clarksville, Tennessee, and spent seven years in the U.S. Army. Four of those years were on active duty in Special Operations, where he served as a Tactical PSYOP Sergeant with the 4th Psychological Operations Group, 9th Battalion, C Company at Fort Bragg. He is Airborne qualified, trained in Spanish, and completed two combat deployments to Afghanistan along with a humanitarian mission to Haiti.

After leaving the military, Devito continued his service at home. He Chaired a Veteran-support nonprofit and served on the Executive Committee of the Limestone County Democrats. He now works in the private sector as a procurement professional, focusing on responsible spending and operational integrity.

Away from work, Devito enjoys designing custom apparel and graphics for personal projects and friends. He also spends time tending houseplants and cheering at soccer matches—hobbies that reflect his creative and steady nature.

Devito says his campaign is guided by one principle: “real leadership means service.” He emphasizes integrity, accountability, and courage, and frames his run as an effort to restore trust in government and ensure that families across North Alabama have a fair chance to succeed. He describes himself not as a career politician, but as a neighbor ready “to take back our House.”

Devito will face Candice Duvieilh, Greg Howard and Andrew Sneed in the May 19, 2026 Democratic primary election.

For more information on Jeremy Devito, visit https://jeremytakesthehouse.org.