Politics — Page 69
Since President Donald Trump spoke at the University of Alabama’s commencement ceremony earlier this month, speculation has swirled about his potential executive action to reshape college sports. The centerpiece of that speculation was a proposed presidential commission on Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) reform — a panel Trump was expected to create via executive order, […]
Two Israeli embassy staff members were killed by a pro-Palestinian assailant Wednesday evening while leaving an event held at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. The victims, Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, were set to be engaged. Hours after the homicides, law enforcement arrested Elias Rodriguez, 31, of Chicago. Upon Rodriguez being identified as […]
U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) and Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) are defending Democratic Senator John Fetterman (D-Pennsylvania) against anonymous attacks coming from within his own party. The duo of Republicans have specifically called out those who have taken cheap shots at Fetterman’s mental health. Britt posted on social media recently, strongly backing the Pennsylvania politician. “It’s […]
Attorney and small business owner Jarred “Jay” Welborn announced his candidacy for District Court Judge, Place 3, in Shelby County on Wednesday. The newly created judgeship was established by the Alabama Legislature during the 2024 session to address rising caseloads and population growth in one of the state’s fastest-growing counties. “I believe Shelby County deserves […]
Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture Rick Pate told Alabama Daily News this week that he is seriously considering a run for lieutenant governor in 2026 and expects to make a formal announcement in early June. Pate, a Republican, said he is leaning strongly toward entering the race, citing his desire to continue serving the state and […]
On Wednesday, Governor Kay Ivey appointed Judge Benjamin M. Bowden to the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals. Effective immediately, Bowden replaces Judge Bill Lewis, who was appointed to the Alabama Supreme Court following the resignation of Justice Jay Mitchell. Mitchell stepped down earlier this week to run for Alabama Attorney General in the 2026 election. […]
State Sen. Andrew Jones (R-Centre) will launch his re-election campaign at events in Etowah and Cherokee Counties next week. Since his election in 2018, Jones says he has built a legislative record that reflects his commitment to conservative principles and the needs of his constituents in District 10. Jones is the Chair of the Veterans […]
President Donald Trump has announced the projected price tag and timeline of completion for the ‘Golden Dome’ missile defense system. According to a report from Politico, the commander in chief has set aside $175 billion for the system, with $25 billion of that sum included in his new ‘big, beautiful bill.’ Trump expects the Golden […]
Ahead of an impending announcement by U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville next Tuesday in Auburn, the Club for Growth PAC, has endorsed his run for Governor of Alabama in 2026. “Club for Growth PAC has endorsed Sen. Tommy Tuberville (CfGF Lifetime Rating: 93%) in Alabama’s 2026 Gubernatorial race. Club for Growth PAC previously endorsed Sen. Tuberville […]
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall joined 10 other Republican attorneys general at the Southern Border on Wednesday to communicate the early, indisputable successes of President Donald Trump’s second-term immigration agenda and the new role state leaders are playing. Standing near Mile Marker 12 7/8 in Yuma, Arizona — the symbolic end of the Trump border […]
As candidates begin announcing their bids to seek open seats in the Alabama Legislature in the May 19, 2026 primary election, lifelong Walker County resident, educator, small business owner and conservative Republican, Mike Elliott, kicked off his campaign on Tuesday. Elliott is running for Alabama House District 13, State Rep. Matt Woods (R-Jasper) — soon-to-be […]
Across Alabama, hardworking families, veterans, small business owners, and farmers form the backbone of our economy and our way of life. From our rural communities to our growing towns and cities, these Alabamians create opportunities, strengthen our communities, and drive our state forward. As Washington debates this significant reconciliation package, it is vital that we […]
With the help of U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery), the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s profile and prestige is continuing to grow on the national stage. UAB, an R1 research intensive university and leading academic medical center, is also the largest employer in Alabama with more than 35,000 employees. When asked for comment about an […]
As the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers continues efforts to deepen and widen the Mobile Bay ship channel, concerns are mounting from state lawmakers, environmental groups, and commercial fishermen over how dredged sediment is being handled and the potential consequences for local ecosystems and economies. According to Mobile Baykeeper, drone footage shows sediment being released […]
Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth has announced that he will not be running in the 2026 governor’s race. In a statement posted on social media Wednesday morning, the lawmaker explained his decision. “After much prayer and many discussions with my family, friends, and supporters, I will not be a candidate for governor during the 2026 election […]
Severe weather last weekend hindered travel across the state, limiting the number of Alabama Conservation Advisory Board (CAB) members who were able to meet at Troy University for the second CAB meeting of the year. Being one member short of a quorum to conduct any official business, the CAB members were apprised of what had […]
U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) believes the U.S. is too dependent on China and other countries when it comes to vital rare earth minerals.
The "Alabama Values" agenda included a list of conservative issues the body’s supermajority promised to prioritize.
Secretary of the U.S. Army Dan Driscoll, joined U.S. Senator Katie Britt during a recent tour of Redstone Arsenal to display the base’s Army-related facilities and capabilities. While at Redstone, Driscoll and Britt visited the Army Materiel Command (AMC), the Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO), Program Executive Office Missiles & Space (PEO Missiles […]
Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday appointed Judge Bill Lewis to the Supreme Court of Alabama, filling the vacancy created by the sudden resignation of Justice Jay Mitchell, who stepped down to pursue a bid for state attorney general in 2026. Lewis, who was appointed to the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals in 2024, will assume […]
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall confirmed that the state will appeal a recent federal court decision striking down the state legislature’s 2023 congressional redistricting map — a ruling that found lawmakers had intentionally discriminated against Black voters and violated the Voting Rights Act. A spokesperson for the attorney general’s office confirmed their intent to appeal […]
On Tuesday, the Associated Builders and Contractors of Alabama endorsed Matt Woods for Senate District 5. Governor Ivey called the special election for June 24, 2025 following her appointment of former State Senator Greg Reed to her administration. Following the endorsement, ABC Board Chairman Tim Harrison said, “Matt is a businessman. He understands what it […]
A Democratic candidate for the Clay County Commission has been convicted of felony voter fraud after admitting to illegally manipulating absentee ballots during his campaign. Terry Andrew Heflin, 45, who ran for the District 5 seat, pleaded guilty to one count of absentee ballot fraud, a Class C felony. RELATED: Alabama Democrat candidate arrested for […]
State Sen. Sam Givhan joined WVNN’s “The Dale Jackson Show” recently to discuss legislation signed by Governor Kay Ivey banning and regulating certain sales of hemp products within Alabama. The bill, pushed in both the Senate and House, encountered significant opposition from those who thought it was either too strict or those who thought it […]

