Will Tuberville run for Alabama Governor? Announcement expected at Auburn event
Earlier in the day, Tuberville's Deputy Communications Director, Hannah Eddins, spoke with WRBL's Elizabeth White inside Byron's restaurant, stating only friends, family, and Fox News would be allowed into the event. White requested reconsideration.
Later, Communications Director Mallory Jaspers came out to the restaurant's parking lot to speak with WRBL and WAKA. She called the earlier restriction a miscommunication and said members of the press would be allowed inside briefly to capture video of Tuberville with his guests. Jaspers explained the campaign was trying to honor an exclusive agreement with The Will Cain Show on Fox News. Senator Tuberville is expected to come outside after the Fox interview and answer a few questions from the local press. The event is scheduled to begin around 4 p.m. day.
Tommy Tuberville, born in Camden, Arkansas, is a former college football coach and the current U.S. Senator representing Alabama since 2021. He gained national attention as the head football coach at Auburn University from 1999 to 2008, leading the team to an undefeated season in 2004. Transitioning into politics, Tuberville capitalized on his coaching fame and strong support from President Donald Trump to win the 2020 Senate election, defeating incumbent Democrat Doug Jones.
During his tenure, he has served on several committees, including Armed Services and Veterans' Affairs, and is known for his strong conservative positions on national defense, education, and border security.
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