Kyle Sweetser

Kyle Sweetser, a construction company owner, is a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Alabama for the 2026 election. He was previously a Republican and a critic of Donald Trump before switching parties in 2025. Sweetser positions himself as a moderate, stating he is "not left wing, period," and compares his campaign to that of former President Bill Clinton. He is running because he believes the American Dream is at risk, driven by concerns about economic anxiety, rising costs, stagnant wages, and corporate monopolies. Sweetser, who grew up in a family business, emphasizes the importance of economic freedom for all Americans.