Former Alabama Congressional Candidate Dobson Runs Secretary of State

Caroleene Dobson, a Montgomery attorney and Republican, has announced her candidacy for Alabama Secretary of State in the 2026 election, aiming to succeed incumbent Wes Allen who is running for lieutenant governor. Dobson, a Harvard and Baylor Law graduate and a shareholder at Maynard Nexsen law firm, focuses on election security, proposing to replicate Florida's Election Crimes Division model to proactively investigate voter fraud. She plans to reduce fees for Alabama businesses, streamline public services, and advocate for President Trump's election reforms at the national level. Dobson emphasizes strengthening enforcement against election fraud and combating efforts by liberal activists and out-of-state groups who she says undermine election security. Her campaign also highlights improving statewide post-election audits and making Alabama a leader in business incorporation. Dobson previously ran for Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District in 2024 but lost to Democrat Shomari Figures following a court-ordered redistricting that favored Democrats.