Statement on the Attorney General Runoff Results

June 16

From Jay Mitchell–

“While tonight's results were not what we hoped for, I rest knowing we gave this race everything we had. My family sacrificed. My team worked tirelessly. And this campaign was truly built by Alabama, for Alabama. I am proud of that.

Earlier this evening, I reached out to my opponent to congratulate her on the victory and wish her success moving forward. Tonight's outcome does not diminish what this campaign stood for or the people who made it possible. More than anything else, I want to say thank you to them.

Thank you to Pamela Casey for being a fierce competitor and, ultimately, a gracious ally. I am honored to call her a friend.

Thank you to Cody Smith for going to bat for me, as I once did for him. His support meant more than words can express, and I will always be grateful for it.

To my team and my supporters: thank you for your work, your heart, and your belief in this effort. 

To my kids: I could not be prouder of you. I hope that through this journey you have learned how to fight for the truth and stand for what you believe in.

To my wife, Elizabeth: you are my rock. Through the ups and downs of this race, you have remained steady. I could not have done this without you. Thank you.

We believe in a God who ordains all things and whose plans are greater than our own. Tonight, we trust Him as we always have. The best is yet to come. May God continue to guide and bless the great State of Alabama.”

Editor‘s note: with 66/67 Counties reporting, Mitchell received ~45% of the runoff vote to Katherine Robertson’s ~55%.