State Rep. Rhett Marques (R-Enterprise) recently picked up an endorsement from Manufacture Alabama, the trade association that advocates for the state’s manufacturing industry, as the state approaches a special election.
Marques transferred to the race in the second congressional district after four districts in the state were redrawn following the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Louisiana v. Callais.
The Alabama Legislature paved the way for the state to use a 2023 map that split Alabama's congressional districts into six Republican-leaning districts and one Democrat-leaning district. Gov. Kay Ivey issued a proclamation for a special primary election for the state's four impacted districts, 1, 2, 6 and 7, on August 11.
In his endorsement, Manufacture Alabama president Jon Barganier claimed Marques has already proven to be a pro-industry lawmaker in the state legislature.
“Manufacture Alabama is proud to endorse Representative Marques for his deep understanding and commitment to our state’s manufacturing industry,” Barganier said. “Rhett has been a steadfast supporter of our industry for years and has worked tirelessly while in the Legislature to ensure we have a business climate conducive to the growth, investment and sustainability of manufacturers who are so vital to our state’s economy and the local communities they call home.”
Marques responded to the endorsement with gratitude, pledging to fight for Alabama manufacturing.
I am honored to have earned the endorsement of Manufacture Alabama,” Marques said. “I will always put Alabama first and support domestic manufacturing. I am looking forward to going to Congress to fight to return good paying manufacturing jobs that have been outsourced. Alabama has the best workforce in the country and I will make it a priority to ensure that American manufacturers know that the best place for them to manufacture their goods is right here, on American soil.”
To connect with the author of this story or to comment, email [email protected].
Don't miss out! Subscribe to our newsletter and get our top stories every weekday morning.
