President Donald Trump endorsed former U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl (R-Mobile) and State Rep. Rhett Marques (R-Enterprise) on Monday in their respective special congressional primaries.
Carl is running for the Republican nomination in Congressional District 1. Marques is running in Congressional District 2. The special congressional primary is scheduled for August 11.
Trump said on Truth Social on Monday, "It is my Great Honor to endorse America First Patriot, Jerry Carl, who is running to represent the wonderful people of Alabama's 1st Congressional District!"
"A Highly Respected Legislator, and Successful Businessman, Jerry has been an incredible Voice for MAGA, and has been with me from the very beginning! In Congress, he will fight tirelessly to Grow our Economy, Support our Amazing Farmers and Ranchers, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Promote American Energy DOMINANCE, Keep our Border SECURE, Stop Migrant Crime, Champion our Military/Veterans, Safeguard our Elections, and Defend our always under siege Second Amendment," Trump said. "Jerry Carl has my Complete and Total Endorsement to, once again, be the Representative of Alabama's 1st Congressional District — HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!"
Trump also said, "It is my Great Honor to endorse America First Patriot, Rhett Marques, who is running to represent the wonderful people of Alabama's 2nd Congressional District. Rhett is strongly supported by many of the Greatest MAGA Warriors in Alabama, including my friend, U.S. Senator Katie Britt, among others!"
"A Highly Respected State Representative, Businessman, and Civic Leader, prior to running for Congress, Rhett has dedicated his life to serving his Community," Trump said. "As your next Congressman, he will fight tirelessly to Grow our Economy, Champion our Farmers and American Agriculture, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Unleash American Energy DOMINANCE, Promote MADE IN THE U.S.A., Keep our Border SECURE, Stop Migrant Crime, Strengthen our Military/Veterans, Advance Election Integrity, and Defend our always under siege Second Amendment. Rhett Marques has my Complete and Total Endorsement to be the next Representative from Alabama's 2nd Congressional District – HE WILL NOT LET YOU DOWN!"
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