A lawsuit filed in Montgomery County Circuit Court challenges Alabama U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville’s eligibility to run for governor, citing the Alabama Constitution’s 7-year durational residency requirement. The suit, brought by Brooke Lynn Dorgan and Justin Jude LeBlanc, argues that Tuberville does not meet this requirement.

Background

Tuberville has faced three previous challenges to his residency, all of which were unsuccessful. This latest suit comes after Tuberville won the Republican primary for governor. The plaintiffs are not contesting the validity of the primary results but rather arguing that Tuberville is constitutionally prohibited from serving as governor due to his residency status.

The suit points to a multi-million-dollar home Tuberville purchased in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, and quotes Tuberville as saying he moved to Florida six months ago. It also includes a photo of a home in Lee County owned by Tuberville’s son and wife, which the plaintiffs argue suggests that Tuberville does not meet the residency requirement.

The plaintiffs are seeking relief under the Alabama quo warranto statutes and have requested that the court expedite their request. A ruling in favor of the plaintiffs could potentially find Tuberville guilty of voter fraud.

Response from Tuberville’s Campaign

Tuberville’s campaign manager, Jordan Doufexis, issued a statement in response to the lawsuit, characterizing it as a ‘tired residency hoax’ and arguing that the plaintiffs are trying to distract from the issues.

Original reporting: The Tuscaloosa Thread — read the source article.