Andrew Sneed
AL-05 Democratic nominee?
$28.0K
JUN 17, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleSmall business owner
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyMainstream Democrat
Age46 years old (Jun 19, 1980)
GenderMale
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LocationAlabama
BackgroundSmall business owner
EducationBoston University (BFA, 2003)
Notable personal detailsAndrew Rankin Guyton Sneed is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in Alabama’s 5th Congressional District. A Huntsville native, he founded and operates Whole Home Solutions after working in the building trades. He previously worked as a professional actor in New York City and later returned to North Alabama. He has been involved in advocacy efforts focused on congressional reform through the Take BAC Congress/BAC coalition.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Campaign materials emphasize affordability measures (expand rental assistance, increase affordable housing, reduce utility bills, restore federal investment in energy efficiency) and healthcare expansions (expand Medicare and Medicaid, negotiate drug prices). There are no clear statements on tax-rate changes for individuals or corporations in the cited campaign pages and local coverage.
Climate & Energy
Supports federal investment in grid resilience and clean technologies, proposes a grant program for vulnerable transmission zones and a dedicated grid impact fee to fund transmission and generation capacity, and raises concerns about energy and environmental impacts of local data centers. Positions prioritize clean energy funding and grid modernization while acknowledging energy reliability and national security needs.
News
Andrew Sneed has launched digital and radio ads in his campaign for Alabama’s 5th Congressional District, where he is trying to challenge Republican incumbent Dale Strong. He is running in the Democratic primary against Candice Duvieilh and Jeremy Devito. The race is unfolding as Alabama’s redistricting fight and House map changes continue to shape the district and the broader battle for control of the U.S. House.
Alabama Democratic congressional challenger, once a plumber: ‘I fix things’
Rep. Dale Strong, unopposed in primary, has $1 million more than closest Democratic challenger
Democrats will lose the gerrymandering wars.
What to expect in Alabama's primaries
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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