James Richardson

James Richardson is a candidate for U.S. House of Representatives District 1 Primary Election in 2026 in Congressional District 1, Alabama.

Marine Veteran in Headland, Alabama, AL

Also running: Clyde W. Jones, Jr., Jerry Carl, James (jimmy) Dees, Rhett Marques, Joshua Mckee, John Mills, Austin Sidwell.

James Richardson is a Republican candidate running for the U.S. House to represent Alabama's 1st Congressional District in the 2026 primary. A Marine veteran and former Military Police officer from Headland, Alabama, Richardson emphasizes a commitment to service, having grown up in a family that valued civic duty. He is campaigning on conservative principles, advocating for secure borders, combating fentanyl, supporting law enforcement, and empowering communities. His core message focuses on economic affordability, aiming to lower costs for families, curb government spending and waste, and ensure that citizens, not politicians, dictate priorities. He seeks to protect the values of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.