Kyle Sweetser

Kyle Sweetser is a lifelong Republican and small-business owner who gained national attention speaking at the 2024 Democratic National Convention as a “Republican Voter Against Trump” before formally switching—declaring himself a Democrat and launching a U.S. Senate campaign to challenge incumbent Tommy Tuberville in 2026. Drawing on his roots in construction and on-the-ground experience with economic and infrastructure issues, Sweetser positions himself as a pragmatic candidate focused on alleviating Alabama’s poverty and supporting local industries like the Port of Mobile.