Scott Stadthagen elected Alabama Republican Party chair

By: Anna Barrett

Outlets: Alabama Reflector

Published: March 7, 2026

Words: 224

Last Updated: 2 days, 19 hours ago

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Rep. Scott Stadthagen of Hartselle won election as Alabama Republican Party chair Saturday, defeating former secretary of state John Merrill and acting chair Joan Reynolds.

A message seeking comment from Stadthagen was left Saturday afternoon.

The position became vacant after former Alabama Republican Party Chair John Wahl announced his candidacy for lieutenant governor following an endorsement from President Donald Trump.

Stadthagen stepped down as majority leader last month to run for the position.

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