Alabama Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth announced he’s putting his political muscle behind Public Service Commissioner Chris Beeker on Wednesday.

Ainsworth endorsed the freshman commissioner for a full term and framing the 2026 race as a choice between continued, conservative leadership for Alabama — or Biden-era energy mandates and federal overreach.

“Chris Beeker is the proven conservative leader that we need working every day to keep energy costs affordable for families and businesses while fighting the radical environmentalist agenda and Green New Deal nonsense,” Ainsworth said.

“He is young and energetic and embodies the next generation of conservative public servants who are stepping forward to lead Alabama to even higher heights.”

“As a cattle and catfish farmer, Chris understands the importance of grit, hard work, and tenacity, which are qualities that every leader must possess, and his appointment as USDA Alabama Rural Development Director by President Trump during his first term shows he has the MAGA seal of approval” he said.

“I’m standing with Chris Beeker because he is using his seat on the Public Service Commission to stand tall for all of us.”

Beeker was appointed last year to fill the Place 2 term of his father, longtime Commissioner Chris “Chip” Beeker Jr., who stepped down due to health issues. He formally launched his 2026 campaign this summer.

Before joining the PSC, Beeker served as President Trump’s USDA Rural Development Director for Alabama, where he helped steer funding to rural water, broadband, housing, and infrastructure.

In his 2026 race, Beeker is quickly earning support from key groups, including a recent endorsement from the Electric Cooperatives of Alabama PAC.

The Alabama Republican Party primary will be held on May 19, 2026.