2026 General Election: November 3, 2026. New info launches early October.
Addul Ali
Party:
Republican
Incumbent:
No
Age:
47
Previous experience in elected office:
None; ran unsuccessfully for the same role in 2024
Occupation:
Founder, TUC Media
Description:
Ali says that his top issues are to make "public safety my top priority, fight to lower the cost of living, and champion education and early childhood literacy so every child has a fair shot at success." He also wants to make healthcare affordable and support veterans.
Other personal:
Ali describes himself as a Christian, conservative and veteran. He operates a conservative podcast with his twin brother and was the former chair of the Cabarrus County Republican Party. He is married and a father. Several years ago, he faced misdemeanor charges related to driving with a revoked license and resisting arrest.
The Election Hub Questionnaire
Please provide demographic information about yourself to help voters (age, education, current occupation, where you live).
47 years of age, small business owner and have lived in the Charlotte area for 25 years
Why are you running for this role and why should voters pick you? Please share your previous experience in elected office that would be relevant to voters.
I am running to ensure that the working families of the district have a representative that will prioritize the safety and affordability of the 12th district. I have served on the boards of directors of multiple non profits such as Positive Youth Transformation and Prosperity Unlimited. I served as Chairman of the Kannapolis Community Development Commission for two terms. I have also been a leader in the GOP serving as a county chairman and a district chairman.
Tell us 1-2 professional accomplishments you have achieved in your work experience (not limited to public service) that give voters a sense of your leadership style or skills.
I was elected chairman of the Kannapolis community development commission by Democrat and Republican members. I believe in leading from the front. I never ask anyone to do anything I myself am not willing to do. I also believe in leadership that is accountable and accessible. I was honored to have earned over 90,000 votes in 2024 and I believe that is due to my message of common sense leadership that prioritizes the safety and affordability of the district.
What endorsements from any notable North Carolina organizations or people have you received?
Representative Grant Campbell, Congressman Tim Moore, and I was endorsed by the Log Cabin Republicans the largest LGBTQ GOP organization in the country in 2024.
How long have you lived in the region/district where you are running for office?
25 years.
Tell us something unexpected about yourself that voters may be interested to know.
I believe that there are people of both parties that want common sense representation. I am willing to have a conversation with anyone!