Everett Wess makes closing argument for Democratic Senate bid ahead of midterms

With the 2026 midterm elections just days away, Everett Wess is urging Alabamians to elect a Democrat to the U.S. Senate for the first time in nearly a decade.

In a new blog post published on Wess’ campaign website Tuesday, the Birmingham attorney argued that he would be an independent voice in the Senate who would “stand up for Alabama, not simply follow the demands of any president or political leader.”

Wess suggested that his opponent, U.S. Representative Barry Moore, R-Alabama, would be beholden to President Donald Trump and unable to exercise independent judgment as a member of the Republican Party.

“Consider what happened when prominent Alabama Republicans disagreed with Donald Trump,” Wess stated. “When Jeff Sessions faced intense pressure from Trump over his handling of the Russia investigation, he ultimately resigned as U.S. Attorney General. When Mo Brooks urged a crowd to move past the 2020 election, Trump withdrew his endorsement of Brooks.”

“These examples illustrate the political pressure that can arise when elected officials disagree with a president,” the post continued. “Alabama needs a U.S. Senator who will put the people of our state first, uphold the law, and exercise independent judgment.”

Wess went on to highlight criticism Moore has faced from voters at various town hall meetings in recent months, including one event in Daphne where Moore left early through a back door after relentless heckling. At that meeting, voters criticized Moore over his support for Medicaid cuts, the exacerbation of Alabama’s rural health care crisis and the Trump administration’s tariff, immigration and abortion policies.

Wess also criticized Moore over his “negative advertising” against primary runoff opponent Jared Hudson.

“Alabamians deserve leadership that encourages open dialogue, accountability, and respect for the people we elect to represent us,” Wess said.

The post also touted Wess’ own experience as an attorney, stating that his legal career “has given him firsthand knowledge of the law, the justice system, and the importance of protecting the rights of the people he serves.”

Additionally, Wess argued that electing a Democrat would give Alabama “representation from both major political parties in the U.S. Senate and create additional opportunities for bipartisan cooperation on issues that matter to our state.”

“On Election Day, choose leadership focused on Alabama’s future, the needs of our families, and the well being of our communities,” the post concludes. “Vote Attorney Everett Wess for U.S. Senate!”

Moore’s campaign did not immediately respond to APR’s request for comment.

Wess will face Moore and independent candidate Craig Jelks in the general election on November 3.