AJ McCarron is back in the Lt. Governor’s race. This time as an endorsement.
John Wahl’s campaign announced Thursday that McCarron, the former candidate, three-time national champion quarterback, and Mobile native, has endorsed him in the June 16 GOP runoff.
McCarron, who launched his own bid for the office last fall before stepping away in December for a career opportunity, said his decision was “an easy choice.”
“I got into the Lieutenant Governor’s race because I care deeply about Alabama, our families, and the future we are leaving for our children,” said McCarron. “I learned quickly that politics can be a dirty game, especially when you are an outsider who cannot be controlled by Montgomery special interests. That is one of the reasons I respect John Wahl. He is not part of the political swamp, and he has proven he is willing to stand strong, take the hits, and keep driving the ball down the field for the people of Alabama.
“With me out of the race, I want to pass the ball to the man I know can bring it home for Alabama. I am proud to give John Wahl my complete and total endorsement. As a father of young children, I want leaders who will protect our kids, stand up for families, and fight for the values that make Alabama special. We need a conservative fighter, not another career politician. That’s why this is an easy choice.”
McCarron built his reputation as one of the most accomplished quarterbacks of the Nick Saban era at the University of Alabama, leading the Crimson Tide to back-to-back national championships as the starting quarterback in the 2011 and 2012 seasons.
He went on to play professionally in the NFL and later the UFL, and after ending his campaign in December he was named head coach of the UFL’s Birmingham Stallions.
Wahl said McCarron’s endorsement is especially meaningful because of AJ’s own commitment to Alabama families.
“AJ McCarron knows what leadership looks like when the pressure is on,” said Wahl. “He has led on the football field, he has represented Alabama with class, and most importantly, he is a man who loves his family and cares deeply about the children of this state. The fact that AJ considered this race himself makes his endorsement even more meaningful. I am honored to have his support as we continue fighting for Alabama families, protecting our children, and defending the conservative values that make our state strong.”
Wahl, former Chairman of the Alabama Republican Party, finished first in the May 19 primary and advanced to a runoff against Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen.
Wahl also carries the endorsement of President Donald Trump in the race.
Grayson Everett is the editor in chief of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @Grayson270.
