Former Baldwin County Sheriff Huey “Hoss” Mack has endorsed Alabama State Sen. Chris Elliott (R‑Josephine) in his bid for re-election for Senate District 32, lending his support ahead of the May 19 primary election.

The endorsement marks a significant show of support as Hoss Mack endorses Chris Elliott in one of Baldwin County’s closely watched Republican primary contests.

In a video message released publicly, Mack encouraged voters to support Elliott for another term representing Baldwin County in Montgomery.

“I’m Sheriff Hoss Mack, asking you to join me in supporting Chris Elliott for a new term in the State Senate,” Mack said. “We sent Chris to the Capitol with a mission to stand tall for Baldwin County.”

Mack pointed to Elliott’s work securing funding and representing the district’s interests as reasons for his endorsement.

“He’s delivered every time by bringing home the funding to keep our roads, schools, and communities moving forward,” Mack said. “And Chris is a true conservative who’s tough as nails because he knows you can’t change Montgomery with please and thank you.”

Mack concluded his endorsement by urging voters to support Elliott in the upcoming election.

“So join me in supporting State Senator Chris Elliott, a real MAGA warrior for Baldwin County,” he said.

Mack retired in 2024 after nearly four decades in law enforcement, including 17 years as sheriff of Baldwin County. He now serves as executive director of the Alabama Sheriffs Association.

Elliott, who was first elected to the Senate in 2018, is seeking another term representing District 32, which includes communities across Baldwin County such as Fairhope, Daphne, Foley, Gulf Shores, and Orange Beach.

He faces Republican challenger Mike Vandenheuvel in the May 19 primary election. The winner of the Republican nomination will advance to the general election in November.

Sherri Blevins is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You may contact her at [email protected].