7 Things: Municipal elections across Alabama; Aderholt questions Putin’s willingness to end war; voters flee Democrats; and more …

7. President Donald Trump obviously denied being a dictator after claims that his immigration and crime crackdowns are authoritarian in nature. However, Trump acknowledged that many people express a desire for a strong, decisive leader, only fueling disingenuous claims by the media and their Democrats.

6. Tuscumbia Mayor William Foster and police issued statements addressing an incident at Deshler High School where a student was injured, with little to no explanation. Parents and the community are now demanding transparency, and accusations of a coverup are being made.

5. ALGOP Chairman John Wahl believes it is no surprise that Democrat voters are switching to the Republican Party at a historic rate nationwide, attributing this trend to dissatisfaction with Democratic policies, the never-ending culture war, and a shift toward conservative values.

4. Democratic lawmakers are being criticized for their undying support of their mascot Kilmar Abrego Garcia, begging that he not be deported. A Salvadoran migrant with a decent list of crimes and allegations, many are calling their stance “insane” and out-of-touch.

3. Former National Security Advisor John Bolton criticized President Trump’s Ukraine policy, just days after an FBI raid on his home, accusing Trump of inconsistency and weakness in dealing with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

2. U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin will only respond to force, advocating for a strong U.S. stance on Ukraine, reflecting concerns over Putin’s unpredictability and the need for robust international action amidst escalating tensions; it also highlights the need for diplomacy.

1. The municipal elections in 40 cities today, including Birmingham, Mobile, Athens, Madison, Decatur, and more, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and voters requiring a photo ID, as new leaders are set to take office, potentially influencing local governance and community dynamics.

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Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN

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