Trump Endorsed
AL-01 Republican nominee?
10dDonald Trump backed Rhett Marques for "AL-01 Republican nominee?"; Marques is currently at 13%.
13%
AL-01 Republican nominee?
$45.8K
AUG 12, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleState Representative
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyTrump-aligned Republican
Age53 years old (Dec 3, 1972)
GenderMale
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LocationAlabama
BackgroundBusinessman
EducationUniversity of Alabama — B.S. (Marketing), 1994
Notable personal detailsRhett William Marques is an American politician and businessman serving as a Republican member of the Alabama House of Representatives for District 91 (since 2018). He previously owned and operated an automotive service business in Enterprise, Alabama. Marques has filed to run for the U.S. House in Alabama’s 1st Congressional District in the 2026 election cycle.
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Positions
LiberalConservative
Economy & Taxes
Supports cutting state taxes (including reductions to the grocery sales tax and elimination of sales tax on diapers and baby supplies) and has promoted tax relief packages for seniors; positions emphasize tax cuts and economic relief for families and small businesses and a commitment to advance President Trump’s pro-tax-cut agenda in Congress.
Healthcare
Supports conservative health policies focused on limiting taxpayer funding for abortion providers and advancing pro-life measures; emphasizes investments in rural healthcare infrastructure and broadband to support access. No campaign materials or voting record indicate support for single-payer or large public expansions of coverage.
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Immigration & Border
Supports strong enforcement and border security measures, including detaining and deporting unauthorized migrants, opposing ‘‘catch and release,’’ and keeping criminal undocumented immigrants out of communities. Frames current immigration flows as a threat to sovereignty, wages, and public safety and endorses continuing expanded enforcement funding and policies.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate describes himself as unapologetically pro-life, says he voted for what he calls the strongest pro-life law in the country, and supports blocking federal funding for abortion providers and Planned Parenthood. He pledges to oppose taxpayer funding for abortions and to promote adoption reform and protections for unborn life.
Climate & Energy
The candidate emphasizes responsible conservation of natural resources while prioritizing coastal and agricultural economic interests and support for industries like commercial fishing and manufacturing. The campaign highlights making life affordable and backing pro-business, pro-energy industry policies; the candidate has accepted endorsements from petroleum and convenience marketers. The overall emphasis is on supporting energy-related businesses and economic development rather than aggressive emissions mandates or Green New Deal–style policies.
Public Safety & Guns
The candidate expresses firm support for the Second Amendment, opposes efforts to weaken it, and endorses expanded gun rights including constitutional carry and statewide reciprocity while emphasizing support for law enforcement and cracking down on violent offenders.
Latest Insights
News
AINews Summary
Last updatedJul 4, 2026
Rhett Marques is in the news because he is running in Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District Republican primary ahead of the Aug. 11 special election. President Donald Trump and Sen. Katie Britt have both endorsed him, giving his campaign a major boost. The race is part of Alabama’s court-ordered redistricting changes, and the earlier primary results in affected districts will be voided.
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Articles
AAL.com2 months ago
Alabama congressional candidate breaks with GOP, says map does not maximize Republican seats
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AAL.com11 days ago
Britt, Johnson join Trump in issuing congressional endorsements
Positive
AAL.com12 days ago
Trump throws support behind Carl, Marques ahead of Aug. 11 Alabama primaries
Positive
AAL.com2 months ago
Alabama’s ‘ghost’ congressional primary: What you need to know about the special election
Neutral
Polls
AL-01 Republican nominee?
Polling Average
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13.5%
28.0%
5.6%
Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Endorsements
AL-01 Republican nominee?
Endorsers of Rhett Marques for AL-01 Republican nominee?
Donald Trump
Elected official
President Donald Trump endorsed Rhett Marques in Alabama's special Republican congressional primary.
Home Builders Association of Alabama
Advocacy group
The Home Builders Association of Alabama endorsed Rhett Marques for Congressional District 2.
Alabama Farmers Federation
Public figure
The Alabama Farmers Federation (ALFA) endorsed Rhett Marques for Congress in Alabama's 2nd Congressional District special primary.
Alabama Forestry Association
Advocacy group
The Alabama Forestry Association endorsed Rhett Marques for Alabama's 2nd Congressional District.
Will Ainsworth
Public figure
Alabama Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth endorsed Rhett Marques for Congress.
Manufacture Alabama
Public figure
Manufacture Alabama endorsed Rhett Marques for Alabama's 1st Congressional District.
Nathaniel Ledbetter
Elected official
Alabama House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter endorsed Rhett Marques for U.S. Congress.
Alabama House Republican Caucus members
Advocacy group
31 Republican colleagues in the Alabama House endorsed Rhett Marques for Congress.
Katie Britt
Public figure
Katie Britt endorsed Rhett Marques for Congress in Alabama's District 1 race.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 2026Total raisedCash on hand
$1.1M
$849.2K
$566.1K
$283.1K
$0
2026
LatestYear
Total raised
Cash on hand
Total spent
Burn rate
Cycle 2026
$1.1M
$469.3K
$663.0K
$41.4K
Source: FEC