The Business Council of Alabama (BCA) and its political arm, ProgressPAC, made an endorsement in what is shaping up to be the most competitive statewide race of the 2026 cycle.
On Monday, BCA announced its endorsement of former Alabama Supreme Court Justice Jay Mitchell in his campaign for Attorney General of Alabama.
According to BCA, “the endorsement comes after a thorough review of the candidates in the race, which includes two impressive public servants: Katherine Robertson and Pamela Casey.”
“Jay Mitchell has consistently demonstrated a deep understanding of the rule of law. He has been a proven ally of Alabama’s job creators and a committed defender of the free enterprise system,” Helena Duncan, President and CEO of BCA said.
“We’ve worked closely with Jay over the years, previously endorsing him in his two campaigns for the Alabama Supreme Court, and are confident in his ability to lead as our next Attorney General.”
“All three candidates bring remarkable talent, conservative credentials, and strong records of service to the table,” said Gary Smith, chairman of ProgressPAC.
“Our decision to endorse Jay Mitchell is grounded in our longstanding relationship with him and our belief that his judicial temperament, legal expertise, and leadership style make him uniquely qualified to take on this critical role at a critical time.”
BCA highlighted Mitchell’s time in private practice at Maynard Nexsen prior to being elected to the bench in 2018, “representing Alabama companies of all sizes, giving him firsthand insight into the legal and regulatory challenges business owners face,” and support his commitment “to uphold the Constitution, protect Alabamians’ rights, and be a partner to law enforcement and the business community in strengthening the state’s legal and economic environment.”
Alabama’s business community has long taken an active interest in attorney general and judicial races as the front lines of maintaining a pro-business legal climate. BCA has historically backed candidates who support tort reform, strong property rights and a predictable legal environment to sustain economic growth.
According to BCA, Mitchell’s judicial record reflects that philosophy. During his time on the Alabama Supreme Court, he joined opinions limiting civil liability in areas such as punitive damages, product liability and class actions.
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Katherine Robertson, first-time political candidate who brings to bear experience from the U.S. Department of Justice, U.S. Senator Jeff Sessions, and most recently as chief council to Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, is another contender for AG. Robertson recently announced her campaign in Birmingham alongside Marshall, who is also campaigning for U.S. Senate in 2026.
Grayson Everett is the editor in chief of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @Grayson270.
