Shomari Figures wins reelection in AL-02, overcoming Republican gerrymander

By: Andrea Tinker

Outlets: Alabama Reflector

Published: November 4, 2026

Words: 757

Last Updated: 5 days, 18 hours ago

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U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures, D-Montgomery, won reelection Tuesday to Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District, defeating Alabama Rep. Rhett Marques, R-Enterprise, and overcoming a legislative gerrymander meant to favor a Republican candidate.

According to the Associated Press, as of 9:55 p.m., Figures had over 125,000 votes (55%). Marques had over 105,000 votes (45%). Marques conceded in the race Tuesday night.

The victory was a rebuke to the GOP-dominated Legislature’s move in May, at the …

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