Jared Hudson announces candidacy for U.S. Senate

May 28, 2025 -FULTONDALE, AL - Former Navy SEAL Jared Hudson announced on Tuesday evening that he will run for the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate.

The seat became open when U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) announced that he was running for Governor of Alabama.

Hudson last ran four years ago for Sheriff of Jefferson County – ultimately losing to incumbent Sheriff Mark Pettway (D).

Jared Hudson is a former Navy SEAL who has a business – The Shooting Institute – that trains law enforcement officers for deadly force situation. He and his wife Lauren also founded a non-profit organization, the Covenant Rescue, to fight human trafficking.

"I've spent my life taking the fight to America's enemies," Hudson said in a press release. "Now it's time to continue the mission in Washington.

Hudson said that if elected he would support President Donald J. Trump's (R) Make America Great Again agenda.

"I'll be a warrior for President Trump's America First Agenda," Hudson said.

Hudson is a graduate of Mortimer Jordan High School. He was firefighter before joining the military.

He served multiple deployments as a SEAL including serving in Iraq. He worked as a deputy with the Shelby County Sheriff's Office and was a reserve deputy for the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office.

Hudson won't be the only Republican running for U.S. Senate for very long. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall (R) is expected to announce his candidacy for the office on Thursday. 1819 News is reporting that Congressman Barry Moore (R-AL01) is considering entering the Senate race. There will likely be several candidates for the open U.S. Senate seat.

The Republican primary will be on May 19, 2026.