One of John Wahl’s former challengers in the race to be Alabama’s next Lieutenant Governor is now throwing his support behind the former ALGOP Chairman.
Monday, conservative leader and former Lieutenant Governor candidate Pat Bishop officially endorsed Wahl in the Republican runoff election for Lieutenant Governor of Alabama. Bishop didn’t make the runoff as he only gained 3.3% of the vote.
“John is not afraid to say what he means, and he means what he says. He exhibits the foundations and principles of leadership,” Bishop said. “Alabama deserves a Lieutenant Governor who answers to her people, not to the establishment, and not to anyone who believes accountability is negotiable.”
Bishop, who launched his campaign in May 2025, highlighted what he believes are several important issues facing the people of Alabama and his confidence in Wahl’s leadership to solve those problems.
“John will work to fix issues with our education system, make resources more accessible for our military veterans, business growth,” he said, “the hypocrisy [of the] Alabama Department of Corrections, Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Parole, Alabama Department of Human Resources, protect religious liberty, eliminate waste, recognize and support the fundamental right and essential duty of parents to direct their child’s health and educational well-being.”
Wahl said he is honored to have Bishop’s endorsement and support in the runoff.
“I am incredibly grateful to have Pat Bishop’s endorsement,” Wahl said. “Pat has dedicated his life to serving others through the military, law enforcement, his community, and his campaign for Lieutenant Governor. His campaign was built on faith, family, and common sense, and I am honored to have him standing with us as we continue fighting for Alabama’s conservative values.”
Wahl faces off against Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen in the runoff on June 16, 2026.
Yaffee is a contributing writer to Yellowhammer News and hosts “The Yaffee Program” weekdays 9-11 a.m. on WVNN. You can follow him on X @Yaffee
