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'If somebody hits me, I'm going to hit him back': Sorrell calls out Chen for 'dishonest' attack ad in heated GOP primary for state auditor

Incumbent Andrew Sorrell addressed a recent attack ad launched by his opponent in the upcoming Republican primary for state auditor, political newcomer Derek Chen.

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Sorrell campaign slams ‘unemployed 28-year-old’ Derek Chen in dueling ads ahead of primary election

An attack from Derek Chen, a political newcomer and challenger for the state’s auditor position, recently garnered a fierce response from the incumbent Andrew Sorrell ahead of the May 19 primary.

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State audit complete on Wedowee Utility Board; New management working to stabilize finances

A state forensic audit has been completed on the Wedowee Utility Board. The audit was launched following a preliminary local audit report flagged possible issues with the utility's bookkeeping.

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'We are just getting started': Attorney Derek Chen qualifies for state auditor

Attorney Derek Chen has qualifed to run for state auditor.

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Attorney Derek Chen staying focused on State Auditor race following Sorrell announcement

The State Auditor race got a little hotter Monday as Andrew Sorrell qualified for re-election. Now, at least one of his opponents said all he can do is focus on his campaign.

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Electric Cooperatives of Alabama endorses Derek Chen for state auditor

The Electric Cooperatives of Alabama Political Action Committee, the political arm of the Alabama Rural Electric Association of Cooperatives, on Monday announced its endorsement of Derek Chen for state auditor.

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State Auditor Sorrell tells ‘Alabama Story’ to national group, State Financial Officers Foundation

The nation's state leaders in government finance heard 'the Alabama Story' from Auditor Andrew Sorrell.

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Republican activist, attorney Derek Chen announces run for open seat of state auditor

27-year-old Trump supporter Derek Chen of Vestavia announced his candidacy for State Auditor, an open seat in 2026.

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Andrew Sorrell lends $250,000 to his campaign for Secretary of State

Secretary of State candidate Andrew Sorrell made a $250,000 loan to his campaign Wednesday. The Republican primary is in May 2026.

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Robert McCollum announces for open state auditor seat

Robert McCollum, former PSC candidate, announced his candidacy for the open seat of State Auditor.

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State Auditor Sorrell joins '1819 News: The Podcast' 100th episode to discuss political journey — 'I didn’t feel like I owed Montgomery anything'

State Auditor Andrew Sorrell is known by many as the most conservative politician in Alabama, and he got that distinction by boldly standing for his beliefs and constituents against opposition even from those in his own party.

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'I want additional duties': State Auditor-elect Andrew Sorrell details plans to grow office

Alabama State Auditor-elect Andrew Sorrell is set to make Montgomery his permanent home while he prepares to take his new position.

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State Rep. Pringle dismisses 'campaign rhetoric' on merging State Auditor, Examiner of Public Accounts

State Rep. Chris Pringle (R-Mobile), chairman of the House State Government Committee and a member of the Examiner of Public Accounts joint oversight committee, dismisses the possibility of merging State Auditor and Examiner of Public Accounts duties.

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Auditor candidates debate in Gardendale

Andrew Sorrell and Stan Cooke are both running in the Republican primary runoff for State Auditor. The two candidates were in a debate on Tuesday in Gardendale. Voters will get to decide on June 21.

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'The position is under attack': Andrew Sorrell makes runoff for State Auditor

Andrew Sorrell says "Give the Auditor something to do," urging that the office of the Examiner of Public Accounts be folded back under the State Auditor's position as the writers of the 1901 Constitution had planned.. Sorrell and Stan Cooke are running in the Republican runoff for the post on June 21.

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State Auditor candidates defend position in forum

By Brandon Moseley The St. Clair County Young Republicans hosted the four Republican State Auditor candidates at the City Market Grill...