Baldwin County Sheriff Anthony Lowery and his opponent for the 2026 election, Baldwin County Commissioner Matt McKenzie, faced off Thursday in a forum.

The Eastern Shore Republican Women (ESRW) held the forum in Fairhope.

ESRW president Judy Barlow told 1819 News the sheriff of Baldwin County has an important job.

"Baldwin County is one of the fastest-growing areas in Alabama, and our sheriff's office has a responsibility to set the standard for excellence in law enforcement," Barlow said.

Lowery and McKenzie were asked about their backgrounds, stances on illegal immigration and what they would do to support President Donald Trump's "Make America Safe Again" policy, among other questions.

McKenzie, a Marine Corps veteran and retired Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) state trooper

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