The Gulf United Metro Business Organization, or GUMBO, announced this week that it has endorsed Jerry Carl for Alabama’s 1st Congressional District, citing “his proven leadership and longstanding commitment to the communities, businesses, and industries that make Coastal Alabama one of the state’s strongest economic engines.”

“Jerry Carl has a proven record of delivering results for Coastal Alabama,” GUMBO Treasurer Craig Savage said. “He understands that continued investment in transportation, ports, workforce development, and critical infrastructure is essential to sustaining our region’s extraordinary growth. That’s why GUMBO is proud to support Jerry—he’ll be ready on day one to continue advancing the priorities that matter most to Coastal Alabama.”

“Jerry knows our communities because he’s represented them before, and he’s never stopped fighting for Coastal Alabama,” GUMBO Chairman Jim Bibby said. “His experience and relationships mean he can get to work immediately, advocating for the federal resources and infrastructure our region needs. We have every confidence he’ll continue putting Coastal Alabama first.”

“Our region’s continued success depends on more than economic growth—it depends on affordability and ensuring families have access to high-quality healthcare and the services that make Coastal Alabama a wonderful place to call home,” Roley said. “Jerry understands that connection, and he’ll continue championing policies that strengthen both our communities and our economy.”