WASHINGTON, D.C. — After facing back to back days of brutal questioning from his peers, members of Alabama’s Congressional Delegation are speaking out in favor of their colleague, Sen. Jeff Sessions (R-Ala.), who is currently in a confirmation battle to become the next Attorney General of the United States. “While it was a long day […]

On Tuesday, Senator Sessions’ confirmation hearing managed to remain uncommonly cordial throughout a provocative line of questioning from Senate Democrats. That is, until Senator Al Franken (D- Minn.) accused Jeff Sessions of lying about his record. Franken focused on Sessions’ career, essentially claiming that the Alabama Senator lied about the number of civil rights cases […]

Senator Jeff Sessions faced an intense round of questioning on Tuesday at his confirmation hearing for Attorney General. Today he awaits an unprecedented testimony against him, brought by colleague Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), and South Alabama Congressman Bradley Byrne is coming to his defense. Sen. Booker, says that he is testifying against Sessions over concerns […]

Liberal website The Daily Kos may have unwittingly provided a compliment to one of Alabama’s congressional districts by naming it as the most “Trumpy” in the nation. The website, which is in the process of recording percentages of Republican and Democrat votes in each congressional district across the nation, found that the Fourth Congressional District […]

As Jeff Sessions wraps up day one of a contentious Senate confirmation hearing, more key leaders continue to pour in endorsements that affirm the Alabama Senator’s qualification for a post with the nation’s top law enforcement agency. The latest voice of support comes from former Secretary of State Condoleeza Rice. CNN first reported that Rice, […]

When the Alabama Senate convenes this year, legislators will face taking up a bill that will establish new protections for public restrooms. Introduced by State Senator Phil Williams (R- Rainbow City), “The Alabama Privacy Act” seeks to protect the physical and emotional security of individuals using bathrooms and changing rooms. The legislation would call for […]

The United States has no stronger ally than Israel. Our relationship has always been strong, both economically and militarily. Israel plays an especially important role in helping us combat radical Islamic terrorism in the Middle East. In other words, Israel serves as a beacon of hope, freedom, and opportunity in a very dangerous part of […]

In the latest challenge to the legitimacy of the election, House Democrats attempted to protest the Electoral College vote that secured Donald J. Trump the next Presidency of the United States. On Friday, Rep. Jim McGovern (D-MA) objected to Alabama’s electoral votes, arguing that Russia interfered in the democratic process. The EC held its vote […]

With less than a week to go before Donald Trump’s cabinet appointees face confirmation hearings in the Senate, Democrats have begun to increase their attacks against the President-Elect’s picks. It’s no secret that Senator Jeff Sessions has become one of the left’s primary targets, as powerful liberal surrogates have lately ramped up a smear campaign […]

WASHINGTON — In their first official acts of the 115th Congress, Sen. Richard Shelby (R-Ala.) and Congressman Bradley Byrne (R-AL1) both introduced legislation proposing a constitutional amendment that would require Congress to produce a balanced budget each year. Shelby’s office said the proposal, which he has pushed every year since he was first elected, is […]

WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team announced Wednesday that Rick Dearborn, longtime chief of staff to Sen. Jeff Sessions (R-Ala.), will serve as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Trump White House, one of the administration’s most senior positions. In his new role, Dearborn, who is currently executive director of the Presidential Transition Team, […]

I recall a recent encounter with a man wearing muddy boots who reminded me of the true greatness of our country. A couple of weeks ago, while responding to emails at my desk, that man (a friend) knocked on the door and asked to speak with me. I invited him in to sit down. For […]

A quiet Alabama Supreme Court ruling over the holidays just delivered a major win in defense of the unborn. In a unanimous court decision Friday, the state Supreme Court sided in favor of a lawsuit against an OB/GYN accused of contributing to the death of an unborn child. While Helena mother Kimberly Stinnett’s case had […]

An effort to make changes to an independent ethics oversight panel was quickly discarded after outcry from the American people, and an impactful tweet from President-Elect Donald Trump. Now, Congressman Mo Brooks is speaking out against the measure and questioning its timing. “In my view, it is inappropriate to consider an issue of this magnitude […]

2016 was reportedly the deadliest year in two decades for the city of Chicago. Following reports that 762 murders took place, NRA-ILA executive director Chris Cox says the news is further proof that Alabama Senator Jeff Sessions is needed as Attorney General. “The political response to this situation has been immoral. But help is on […]

140 characters are wielding an unprecedented amount of power these days. As Donald Trump’s inauguration approaches, American business leaders are already heeding the direction that his administration promises to take. On Tuesday, Trump’s Twitter account was credited with two decisive victories. The first was a decision by Ford Motors to cancel a $1.6 billion plant […]

TALLADEGA, Ala. — President-Elect Donald J. Trump has released the list of groups performing in his Inauguration Day Parade, and like his administration, it has Alabama well represented. The marching band from Talladega College, America’s oldest private, historically black liberal arts college, will make an appearance alongside various other ensembles from around the country. In […]

In 2017, Republicans will have control of the White House, the Senate, and the House of Representatives. This is a rare situation that has happened only 16 times the past 100 years. Under a unified Republican government, there is great potential for important reforms. Here are five areas where I hope to see progress in […]

WASHINGTON — Incoming Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) has informed Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) that senate Democrats plan an all-out assault on Sen. Jeff Sessions (R-Ala.) and seven other Trump cabinet nominees in an attempt to block — or at least stall — them from being confirmed. The Democrats’ plan, which the Washington […]

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — The list of competitors for U.S. Sen. Jeff Sessions’ (R-Ala.) seat continues to grow, as Gov. Bentley (R-Ala.) conducted three more interviews of candidates on Thursday. Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-AL4), Alabama Revenue Commissioner Julie P. Magee (R), and Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs Director Jim Byard (R) each met with […]

As college football playoff games kick off, nationwide rivalries have just begun to heat up. Now, one of the Yellowhammer State’s Senators is making a wager against one of his colleagues that the University of Alabama’s winning streak will continue against the University of Washington. The Alabama Senator bet his Washington State counterpart, Maria Cantwell […]

Alabama taxpayers could soon be on the hook, paying a lifelong salary to a recently jailed lawmaker. Convicted in 2011 for accepting bribes from gambling interests during his legislative career, former State Rep Terry Spicer could begin collecting a $50,000 annual pension in just over a year. According to Alabama law experts, it’s perfectly legal. […]

Governor Robert Bentley had confirmed earlier this month that 11 potential candidates could be in line for an appointment to Senator Jeff Sessions’ seat. Now, he’s just added six new names to that list. New candidates up for consideration include Congresswoman Martha Roby, Congressman Gary Palmer, and former Republican gubernatorial candidate Tim James. Also included […]

Auburn’s head basketball coach is striking out at President Obama for sitting out of a United Nations vote that he says endangers the nation of Israel. Coach Bruce Pearl shared his reaction on Twitter Saturday following a United Nations Security Council vote that condemned Israeli settlement expansion in the occupied West Bank. “Our Country, our […]