Former Auburn football coach Tommy Tuberville is under fire over whether he truly lives in Alabama, a question that could affect his bid for the U.S. Senate. The Alabama Republican Party has set a June 14 hearing to examine his residency claims, and Tuberville has pre‑emptively released partially redacted tax returns that show a 2018 homestead exemption on his Auburn home. Critics, however, note his continued ownership of two Florida properties and argue the evidence is insufficient.

June 14 hearing slated to test Tuberville's Alabama ties

The Alabama Republican Party announced a formal hearing for June 14 to address the residency controversy surrounding Tuberville's Senate campaign. According to the party’s schedule, the meeting will allow both the candidate and his opponents to present documentation and testimony regarding his primary domicile.

2018 homestead exemption cited as proof of Alabama residency

Tuberville’s campaign released tax filings that indicate he claimed a homestead exemption on his Auburn, Alabama, property in 2018, a filing that the candidate says satisfies the state’s residency requirement. The exemption, as explained by state tax law, requires the owner to occupy the home as their primary residence on the first day of the tax year.

Florida property holdings raise doubts about primary residence

Despite the Alabama exemption, Tuberville still owns two homes in Florida and has not claimed a homestead exemption there since 2018, a fact highlighted by critics such as political analyst McFeeters. The dual‑state ownershhip fuels speculation that Tuberville may split his time between the two states, potentially violating the spirit of Alabama’s residency rule for Senate candidates.

Campaign vows to ‘undo’ allegations and avoid court battle

Campaign chairman Jordan Doufexis told reporters the team will “undo” the residency allegations and demonstrate that Tuberville meets all constitutional requirements. The statement, as reported, suggests the campaign prefers to settle the issue at the hearing rather than pursue a costly legal fight, though Tuberville has hinted he might drop the matter if the outcomme is unfavorable.

What remains unclear about Tuberville’s eligibility?

Key unanswered points include whether the 2018 exemption alone satisfies the one‑day residency rule, and how the Florida properties factor into the legal definition of a primary residence. The source does not provide a definitive legal analysis, leaving the June 14 decision as the pivotal moment for Tuberville’s Senate aspirations.