Thomas qualifies for State Senate run

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Former Mobile County Judge Herman Thomas has qualified to run in the Democratic nomination for the Alabama State Senate District 33.

Thomas will compete against the incumbent, Vivian Davis Figures. So far, Thomas and Figures are the only ones who have qualified for the Democratic primary.

No Republicans have qualified to run in District 33.

The primary election is set for June 1. Should a runoff be needed, it will be held on July 13.

Fox 10 News anchor Bob Grip interviewed Thomas after he announced his candidacy. Click here to see the entire interview, which includes questions about Thomas' trial on sex abuse charges. He was acquitted on all charges.