NRA Endorsed Tuberville and Moore for Alabama Races
The National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund has issued endorsements for two key Alabama candidates.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Elections
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The National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund has endorsed Tommy Tuberville for Alabama governor and Barry Moore for U.S. Senate. The organization shared the announcements through social media.
Why it matters
The group cited Tuberville's record with hunters and gun owners as a basis for its support. Regarding Moore, the organization noted his track record of fighting for the rights of gun owners during his time in Congress.
The National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund issued these endorsements via social media, explicitly grading former U.S. Senator Doug Jones with a D. The general election is scheduled for November 3.
The players
National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund
This is the political action committee of the National Rifle Association that contributes to candidates who support the organization's policy goals.
Tommy Tuberville
He is currently a candidate for governor of Alabama.
Barry Moore
He is currently a candidate for the U.S. Senate.
Doug Jones
He is a former U.S. Senator who received a grade of D from the organization.
The details
Candidates Tommy Tuberville and Barry Moore have both reposted the organization's endorsements to their personal social media accounts. The announcements highlight the group's involvement in the state's upcoming electoral landscape.
Timeline
The general election will be held on November 3.
Political Context
The opposition party and various gun control advocacy groups typically critique these endorsements as an attempt to maintain a legislative status quo on firearm regulations. Critics frequently argue that such high-profile backing prioritizes the group's agenda over broader public safety measures in Alabama.
Voters across Alabama will see these endorsements reflected in candidate messaging and campaign advertisements leading up to the November 3 election. The backing serves as a signal to the electorate regarding where candidates stand on gun-related policy and legislative rights.
The takeaway
These endorsements signal the NRA's focus on maintaining legislative alignment with its organizational goals in Alabama's top-tier races. Voters should evaluate how these candidate-specific platforms compare to their own priorities regarding local and national firearm policy.
Further reading
For more information on the upcoming contests, visit the Alabama Elections section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by 1819 News.
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