Robert B. Aderholt

Background

Aderholt is the incumbent U.S. representative for Alabama’s 4th Congressional District and has represented the district since 1997. His campaign biography says he previously served as assistant legal advisor to Governor Fob James and as a municipal judge in Haleyville.

Sources: Newcomer challenges 30-year incumbent in Alabama’s most Republican U.S. House district, The Ballot Brief

What the candidate has said

Statements are attributed to the linked sources.

• Economic development

  His campaign says he supports cutting taxes and reducing regulation to encourage economic growth and job creation, along with supporting small businesses and American manufacturing.

  Robert B. Aderholt for Congress — Issues

• Rural broadband

  His campaign supports expanding rural broadband, describing it as a way for small businesses in the district to compete more effectively.

  Robert B. Aderholt for Congress — Issues

• Local infrastructure

  Aderholt said he has worked to help communities secure sewer connections and highways so they can pursue economic development.

  Newcomer challenges 30-year incumbent in Alabama’s most Republican U.S. House district