Everett Wess leads the Alabama Democratic U.S. Senate primary runoff market after topping the May 19 primary with 39.6% of the vote and advancing alongside Dakarai Larriett, who finished second at 29.1%. Mark Wheeler II, Kyle Sweetser, and Lamont Lavender were eliminated or disqualified, narrowing the contest to these two candidates for the June 16 runoff. Wess, a Birmingham attorney and former municipal judge with longstanding local Democratic ties, benefits from stronger name recognition and established party infrastructure in key areas. Larriett, a petcare business owner and political newcomer, has emphasized his entrepreneurial background and outsider appeal. Recent forums have highlighted differences on issues such as healthcare and justice reform, while both candidates have exchanged criticisms of experience and past affiliations. Trader consensus reflects Wess’s primary margin and institutional support ahead of today’s voting.