Many of Alabama’s political leaders are excited that President Donald Trump will be giving the commencement address at the University of Alabama on the evening of May 1.
The school officially confirmed on Tuesday that Trump will deliver the address at Coleman Coliseum.
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The President announced the news Monday night on Truth Social.
“I have agreed to do the Commencement Address at two really GREAT places, the University of Alabama and WEST POINT,” Trump wrote. “Stay tuned for times and dates!!!”
U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery), who graduated from the University of Alabama, said it will be a “historic speech.”
Thrilled @POTUS will deliver the 2025 commencement address at the University of Alabama. What a tremendous honor for my alma mater. Looking forward to a historic occasion for graduates and their families. Roll Tide!
— Senator Katie Boyd Britt (@SenKatieBritt) April 22, 2025
Gov. Kay Ivey echoed Britt’s excitement.
It truly will be a historic occasion for these UA graduates and their families. What an incredible opportunity to hear from the President of the United States! Thank you, @POTUS, for making this happen for our students. https://t.co/PXdqT4UjYC
— Governor Kay Ivey (@GovernorKayIvey) April 22, 2025
U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) said he’s glad that “Alabama’s favorite President” will be making another appearance in the state.
I look forward to welcoming Alabama’s favorite President back to the Yellowhammer State. https://t.co/8KG7wp45w4
— Coach Tommy Tuberville (@SenTuberville) April 22, 2025
U.S. Reps. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) and Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) believe the speech will be a good one for the upcoming generation to hear.
I’m looking forward to welcoming @POTUS back to Alabama where he will be giving the commencement address at the @UofAlabama.
It will be an honor to have the President back in Alabama, and I’m excited for the students and families who will get to experience this once in a…
— Rep. Barry Moore (@RepBarryMoore) April 22, 2025
I’m excited to welcome @realDonaldTrump back to Alabama as he delivers the commencement address at the University of Alabama. It’s always an honor to have President Trump visit our great state—especially to celebrate the achievements of our next generation of leaders at their…
— Robert Aderholt (@Robert_Aderholt) April 22, 2025
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall said this is a great way for the class of 2025 to celebrate their accomplishment.
Excited to hear that @realDonaldTrump will be this year’s commencement speaker at the University of Alabama. Looking forward to welcoming him to our great state for what will be a big moment for Alabama and an unforgettable way to celebrate the Class of 2025!
— Attorney General Steve Marshall (@AGSteveMarshall) April 22, 2025
Trump’s appearance would mark the first time a sitting or former U.S. president has delivered a commencement address at Alabama’s flagship university. The university’s spring commencement ceremonies are scheduled to take place May 2-4 at Coleman Coliseum, with more than 6,700 students expected to graduate.
Yaffee is a contributing writer to Yellowhammer News and hosts “The Yaffee Program” weekdays 9-11 a.m. on WVNN. You can follow him on Twitter @Yaffee
