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Following a decision by the United States Supreme Court restoring Alabama’s congressional districts to the maps enacted by the Alabama Legislature, Secretary of State Wes Allen issued the below statements regarding the Court’s ruling and its impact on Alabama elections.
“Tonight the United States Supreme Court ruled in my favor, but, more importantly, ruled in favor of the State of Alabama. By returning our elections to the congressional maps approved by the Legislature instead of the maps drawn by unelected bureaucrats, this unprecedented wrong has been made right,” Allen explained.
In light of Tuesday night’s decision by the U.S. Supreme Court, the party certifications of qualified candidates from May 26 were then officially certified by the Secretary of State’s Office and issued to counties on Wednesday, June 3.
The Secretary of State’s Office will continue coordinating with county election officials, boards of registrars and election vendors regarding implementation of the Court’s order and any necessary voter district updates associated with the congressional special primary election scheduled for August 11.
“This decision represents a significant triumph for Alabama, for our Constitution and for every person who believes our elections should be decided by our elected Legislature rather than liberal special interest groups. I will continue fighting to preserve election integrity and ensuring that Alabama votes are cast in districts that reflect the will of the people,” Allen said.
