Politics — Page 59
State Rep. Debbie Wood (R-Valley) is pushing for her election audit bill to pass the Alabama Senate with only three days remaining in the 2025 regular legislative session. If passed, HB30 would require the judge of probate of each county to conduct a post-election audit after every county and statewide general election to determine the […]
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is taking a victory lap after the plaintiffs decided to drop their challenge to Alabama’s Vulnerable Child Compassion and Protection Act. “We uncovered the truth. We exposed the scandal. We won,” Marshall said. “Alabama led the way, and now all families are safer for it.” The law makes it a […]
A class action lawsuit was filed last week in federal court in Alabama against Stake.US, a sweepstakes-based online casino, accusing the company of operating an illegal gambling platform accessible to Alabama users, despite the state having some of the strictest laws in the nation. The lawsuit names Laura Hall and her minor child as plaintiffs, […]
More than two years into her first term, U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) is quickly becoming one of the Senate’s most vocal advocates for families, mothers and children. Ahead of Mother’s Day, Britt is reintroducing the More Opportunities for Moms to Succeed (MOMS) Act, a cornerstone of her pro-life, pro-family legislative agenda. The bill aims […]
President Donald J. Trump’s first 100 days back in the White House have been nothing short of historic. After four years of open borders, weaponized government, and economic decline under Joe Biden, we now have a president that is committed to putting the American people first. In just 100 days, President Trump has done more […]
World War II ended in Europe 80 years ago, but without obtaining its stated objective. The cause of the war — the sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of Poland — went unrealized. Poland had merely traded Nazi occupation for Russian domination. For all the high-minded conjecture about a safer, more secure world, the fate of […]
The partisan complexion of Alabama’s Congressional delegation has changed from six Republicans and one lone Democrat to five Republicans and two Democrats. This change was orchestrated by federal court decree. The federal courts plowed new ground when they ruled that Alabama’s Legislature did not have the right to draw their own congressional lines. The U.S. […]
Dozens of Alabama farmers were in the Senate gallery Thursday to witness history as Alfa Health Plans legislation won final passage. “This is a big day for Alabama farm families!” said Alabama Farmers Federation President Jimmy Parnell. “With farmers facing the worst economic challenges in 40 years, passage of Alfa Health Plans legislation provides hope […]
U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Huntsville) praised President Donald Trump’s latest Executive Order that pauses federal government funding of National Public Radio (NPR), but once again called on his colleagues to make it law. Trump’s order instructs the Corporation of Public Broadcasting (CPB) and all executive departments and agencies to cease Federal funding for NPR and […]
Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth is weighing the options for his political future in the Yellowhammer State. It was widely expected that Ainsworth would announce his intention to run for Governor of Alabama, but now there’s speculation that he will run for U.S. Senate. The possible change comes at reporting indicated that U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville […]
Governor Kay Ivey today signed into law legislation creating the Alabama Development Fund, a groundbreaking initiative that will provide a sustainable, long-term funding source to power Alabama’s economic development efforts. “Today, we are taking a bold step to secure Alabama’s economic future,” Governor Ivey said. “The Alabama Development Fund will allow us to strengthen our […]
President Donald Trump told University of Alabama graduates Thursday night that they — not Ivy League elites — would define the future of America. Less than 24 hours later, he followed up that message with his administration moving to revoke Harvard University’s tax-exempt status. “Graduates of the Alabama of 2025, standing here before you in […]
The University of Alabama remained in national headlines this week with the arrival of President Donald J. Trump, who delivered a commencement address to graduates preparing to walk the stage this weekend. It marked just the second time in history that a sitting U.S. president has spoken on campus, and the first since President Ronald […]
As family and friends gathered in the Oval Office on Wednesday to witness Secretary of State Marco Rubio officially swear in Warren Stephens as Ambassador to the United Kingdom, another familiar face was also in attendance – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery). While Stephens is an Arkansas native, he also has ties to the state […]
The University of Alabama welcomed a historic guest to Coleman Coliseum on Thursday evening, as President Donald J. Trump delivered a rousing address during the school’s spring commencement ceremony. Trump was introduced by none other than legendary former Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban, who drew thunderous cheers as soon as he stepped on stage. […]
The Alabama Department of Transportation is continuing to assess the integrity of an I-65 overpass that was damaged Monday. The department’s Emergency Bridge Inspection Team will perform further assessments this week to determine the scope of the repair needed, according to a news release. ALDOT said it anticipates contracting for the repair. ALDOT crews responded […]
President Donald Trump told the University of Alabama students Thursday that they are blessed to have lived and studied in “the great state of Alabama.” Trump gave a commencement address to the class of 2025 at special event that was created before graduation ceremonies, which begin on Friday. While Trump used some portions of the […]
The U.S. Small Business Administration is praising President Donald Trump for delivering several economic wins in the first 100 days of his presidency. Leadership within the agency believes that the commander-in-chief is helping to grow and expand small businesses across the country with many of his newly implemented economic policies. According to the SBA, Trump […]
On Thursday, Mercedes-Benz announced major plans to begin production of a new, forthcoming “core segment” vehicle at its Tuscaloosa plant in 2027. “Tuscaloosa has been a key hub for Mercedes-Benz vehicles for almost 30 years,” said Ola Källenius, Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG. “It’s a natural step to bring a […]
Today has proven to be a pivotal day in the Alabama Legislature. Lawmakers in both chambers issued final passage on some of the session’s biggest bills, while others hang in the balance. After completing their primary constitutional duty Tuesday night by sending finalized general fund and education trust fund budgets to Governor Kay Ivey’s desk, […]
Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl believes that every Alabamian, including Democrats, should be honored that President Donald Trump is giving a commencement address in the Yellowhammer State this week. Trump is scheduled to address at the University of Alabama’s spring commencement ceremony this evening. Some Democrat leaders in the state and at the University […]
As President Donald Trump prepares to deliver a historic commencement address tonight at the University of Alabama, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville says the moment may also serve as a huge opportunity to confront what he calls the “tailspin” of college athletics. The modern era of college athletics has brought sweeping changes, but none more disruptive […]
This week, the U.S. House Committee on Homeland Security approved its portion of a $69 billion budget reconciliation package for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s border security mission. The section approved by the body provides funding for an effective border wall system and technology to help detect deadly illicit drugs. Additionally, it allows for […]
Breast cancer doesn’t discriminate based on political persuasion. However, access to testing for the disease does discriminate by geography and economy. To that end, two U.S. senators have put their partisanship aside in the name of health. Sen. Katie Britt joined Sen. Jeanne Shaheen in reintroducing the Access to Breast Cancer Diagnosis (ABCD) Act. The […]

