CAMPAIGN 2026: Everett Wess wins Democratic runoff for U.S. Senate

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WAKA) – Everett Wess has won the Democratic runoff for U.S. Senate.

Wess, a Birmingham attorney, defeated Dakarai Larriett 55% to 45%. Wess moves on to face Republican nominee Barry Moore, who won his runoff over Jared Hudson 56% to 44%.

This will be an open seat on the U.S. Senate because current Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville gave up the seat in order to run for governor.