Opinion Opinion | Banning Chinese drones is common sense and necessary This action is necessary to protect the people of Alabama from the threat posed by the Chinese Communist Party. Derek ChenJanuary 16, 2026
Elections State auditor race takes shape as Chen qualifies, Sorrell seeks reelection With businessman Derek Chen's qualification, the race now pits his call for reform against incumbent Andrew Sorrell's push for continuity. StaffJanuary 9, 2026
Elections Meet the candidates running for Alabama State Auditor in 2026 Josh Pendergrass shared his "American dream" story while Derek Chen detailed how his Taiwanese heritage shaped his views on accountability. Alex JobinDecember 30, 2025
Elections Manufacture Alabama endorses Derek Chen for State Auditor Manufacture Alabama said it was endorsing Chen because he "understands that accountability and transparency are essential to an effective state government." StaffOctober 7, 2025
Opinion Opinion | Three down-ballot state offices will be filled by three competent Republicans We will discuss the down-ballot races of treasurer, secretary of state, and auditor this week. Steve FlowersAugust 13, 2025
Elections Alabama Forestry Association endorses Derek Chen for state auditor Derek Chen, a first-generation U.S. citizen, moved to Alabama for law school and practiced law in Jefferson County before his auditor campaign. StaffAugust 5, 2025
Elections Andrew Sorrell posts record-breaking campaign fundraising haul in secretary of state race Sorrell reported raising $50,027 in just 12 days, setting a new fundraising record for the office. StaffJune 3, 2025
Elections Conservative attorney Derek Chen announces state auditor candidacy Conservative attorney and activist, Derek Chen, announced his candidacy for Alabama state auditor. StaffApril 10, 2025
State State auditor announces new chief of staff State Auditor Andrew Sorrell announced Hope Scarborough's appointment as his new chief of staff. StaffFebruary 8, 2023
Elections Andrew Sorrell wins GOP runoff, effectively becoming Alabama’s next state auditor The lack of a Democratic candidate means Sorrell will only run against a Libertarian candidate in the November general election. John H. GlennJune 22, 2022