Trump-endorsed Rep. Barry Moore wins GOP primary runoff in Alabama Senate race

NBC News projects Moore defeated former Navy SEAL Jared Hudson to advance to the general election to succeed Sen. Tommy Tuberville.

Rep. Barry Moore won the Republican primary runoff in the Alabama Senate race, NBC News projects, making him the heavy favorite in the general election to succeed Sen. Tommy Tuberville this fall.

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Moore, who was endorsed by President Donald Trump, defeated former Navy SEAL Jared Hudson for the GOP nomination. The two candidates were forced into a runoff after no one secured more than 50% of the vote in a crowded May 19 primary field.

Alabama’s Senate seat opened up after Tuberville launched his run for governor last year. He easily won the GOP nomination in the race last month.