Wahl’s Residency Under Fire Again

Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 1m

John Wahl’s bid to become Alabama’s lieutenant governor is in legal jeopardy after a Republican challenger, Tim Colling, alleges he’s not been a resident long enough — claiming Wahl’s recent Tennessee address disqualifies him under state law. Wahl denies he’s ineligible, arguing he can prove he met the seven-year residency requirement, even with another home elsewhere. This isn’t the first time his residency has been challenged — a prior attempt was rejected by the party’s steering committee. Today, the Alabama Republican Party will decide whether to grant a full hearing, potentially setting…