Rhett Marques Announces Run for Congress
Rhett Marques, the Alabama representative for District 91, has declared his candidacy for the US Congress, aiming to secure the Republican nomination for Alabama’s First Congressional District in 2026.
“I consider myself a strong conservative advocate with a solid track record of prioritizing Alabama families and safeguarding our values. In Congress, my goal is to be a diligent supporter of Alabamians and assist President Trump in advancing his agenda while reversing the past four years of Biden’s economic policies,” Marques stated. He emphasized his work at the state legislature level to implement tax relief initiatives, including reducing national taxes on food and eliminating state taxes on essential items for young families, particularly diapers and baby supplies.
Since 2018, Marques has completed two terms in the Alabama legislature and is campaigning to represent several U.S. House districts, including Baldwin, Coffee, Covington, Dale, Escambia, Geneva, Henry, Houston, and parts of Mobile counties.
“I take pride in being born and raised in Baldwin County. My family still lives there, and I cherish my life in Wiregrass as I raise a daughter in Coffee County,” Marques shared. He expressed his deep connection to both the Wiregrass region and the coastal area where he grew up.
His campaign portrays him as “a reliable, hardworking conservative” and “a strong advocate for Alabama family farmers and local businesses.” They also highlight his efforts to unite Republicans around conservative legislation, which they deem crucial for the district’s success. Marques hails from Fort Spain, Alabama, and graduated from Fairhope High School in the coastal area of the district.
In 2026, Marques aims to succeed R-Alabama Barry Moore, the current representative for Alabama’s First Congressional District, who has transitioned to the US Senate.
The race for the Republican nomination also features former Rep. Jerry Carl, who served two terms in Congress before losing his seat to Moore in 2024, and Joshua Mackey, a 25-year veteran of the Army Special Forces.
The Republican primary election is scheduled for May 26, 2026. Given that this district has a strongly Republican lean, with a partisan voting index of R+27, winning the GOP primary in November’s general election is a significant advantage.
