7. Governor-elect National Championship-winning Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) proposed the Student-Athlete Act to end transfer portal chaos in college sports, aiming to restore stability, limit frequent transfers, and protect the “integrity” of the sport after years of NIL dollars and portal disruptions.
6. Left-wing legal groups, ACLU of Alabama and the Southern Poverty Law Center, and the NAACP Legal Defense Fund sued The University of Alabama to revive defunded race and gender-focused student magazines, arguing the defunding violated free speech and diversity policies.
5. Illegal gambling machines were seized across Alabama in coordinated raids in multiple cities, with law enforcement targeting unauthorized operations that violate state gaming laws and compete with regulated lottery and casino efforts.
4. State Rep. Prince Chestnut (D-Selma) proposed a bill to outlaw female genital mutilation in Alabama, aiming to criminalize the practice with strong penalties to protect girls and women from this form of abuse.
3. A new poll shows U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) leading Attorney General Steve Marshall 31-26 in the 2026 Alabama U.S. Senate race, with a large number of undecided voters remaining.
2. Governor-elect National Championship-winning Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) argued in favor of privatizing the U.S. Transportation Security Administration as airport chaos continues during the partial government shutdown, stating that law-abiding American citizens are missing their flights due to TSA staffing shortages and delays, while criticizing the current system as inefficient.
1. Iran gave a negative response to the U.S. ceasefire plan amid push for talks by United States, as President Donald Trump maintains pressure, while some reports suggest the conflict is approaching a potential resolution, with ongoing concerns over oil prices, Hormuz disruptions, and regional stability.
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7. Democrats flipped a Republican-held Florida House of Representatives seat in a special election for HD87 in Palm Beach County (which includes President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago), which marks an upset that could serve to energize Democrats ahead of midterms in the silliest way possible.
6. “Groundbreaking” small modular nuclear reactors are coming to Alabama at the Bellefonte site, part of a U.S.-Japan trade deal that will add 3 gigawatts of power (enough for 200,000–300,000 homes per reactor), expected to stabilize electricity prices, strengthen energy security, create jobs, and advance the Trump administration’s energy dominance agenda.
5. U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) introduced the Defeat Sharia Law in America Act, which clarifies that implementing Sharia Law in a way that discriminates violates the Civil Rights Act of 1964, prohibits such discrimination in public accommodations, and ensures the U.S. Constitution remains the supreme law over any foreign or religious code that rejects American values.
4. U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) criticized Democrats for the DHS shutdown, stating, “The far left has taken over, is in the driver’s seat of the Democratic Party,” while praising efforts to resolve TSA turmoil and new efforts to get gift cards for TSA agents.
3. Governor-election National Championship-winning Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) called on Republicans to end the filibuster to pass the SAVE America Act, warning that failure to do so would mean “we’ll never have another secure election” and accusing holdouts of Trump Derangement Syndrome, while dismissing Senate tradition arguments by saying “we don’t get anything done.”
2. The 2026 Alabama Republican primary for Lieutenant Governor took a very dumb turn after Secretary of State Wes Allen slammed John Wahl for attending a Ramadan interfaith dinner at the Anniston Islamic Center, stating “You will never find me in an Islamic center,” and that he wants “no part in Islam.” Wahl accused Allen of “weaponizing Christianity” and attempting to score political points.
1. Amid talks of a 15-point peace proposal, Iran continues to publicly reject offers while talks are ongoing with the IRCG apparently in control, there are reports that President Donald Trump has acquired a ‘prize’ that was “very significant” and related to oil and the Strait of Hormuz, where non-hostile ships can now traverse
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The debate over closing party primaries in Alabama is heating up, and the arguments are getting more intense.
The media and their Democrats are for keeping primaries open say closing them could make voting more complicated, limit participation, and even impact state resources.
Those pushing for closed primaries argue the current system allows crossover voting and weakens party control over their own elections.
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7. The Trump administration approved Alabama’s final broadband proposal, awarding $460 million across 63 projects to expand high-speed internet access in unserved and underserved areas of the state, marking a major step in closing the digital divide and boosting economic development in rural communities.
6. University of Alabama students and a web of left-wing legal action groups sued over the shutdown of two campus magazines, alleging censorship and violation of free speech rights after the publications were suspended amid DEI laws.
5. Authorities determined that the death of Alabama student Jimmy Gracey was accidental after reviewing video footage and autopsy results, closing the case with no foul play suspected following the incident that occurred while he was out of the country.
4. The 6-year-old son of State Rep. Ernie Yarbrough (R-Trinity) accidentally shot and injured his 13-year-old brother at the family’s home, with the incident under investigation as a tragic accident involving unsecured firearms, prompting renewed calls for safe storage education.
3. U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) is pushing a bill to withhold congressional pay until the resolution of the partial government shutdown.
2. The ongoing partial government shutdown has caused widespread airport delays, although that may be lessening with the deployment of ICE agents, top Democrats are warning of risks of ICE agents killing customers.
1. President Donald Trump’s Iran strategy showcases his “doctrine of unpredictability” amid strike threats and a sudden pause, with the U.S. and Iran giving conflicting signals on talks but talks in Pakistan appear to be happening this week, as Trump continues to signal the conflict is nearing its end while maintaining pressure on Tehran.
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Officials with Central Alabama Water say they are stopping the addition of fluoride, calling it an operational, safety, and financial decision.
They argue fluoride isn’t required by regulators and removing it reduces chemical risks, eliminates aging equipment costs, and saves hundreds of thousands per year.
But it will impact dental health, and it will eventually be overturned.
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7. Alabama basketball coach Nate Oats made another Sweet 16 after a dominant win over Texas Tech, after advancing, Oats reflected positively on the team’s effort and growth in post-game comments.
6. Trump-Russia investigation Special Counsel Robert Mueller has died, prompting tributes from across the political spectrum and a response from President Trump acknowledging Mueller’s service while defending his own actions during the probe.
5. An Air Canada jet hit a vehicle on the tarmac at New York’s LaGuardia Airport, forcing a temporary closure and halting operations as crews responded to the incident.
4. Alabama could make a change to primary voting by closing primaries, but opponents are asking silly questions about costs and how it will disenfranchise veterans.
3. The U.S. Navy Secretary and Alabama delegation cut the ribbon on a $2.4 billion submarine factory in Cherokee County, one of the largest investments in U.S. maritime history, creating 1,000 high-quality jobs and bolstering national defense manufacturing in the state.
2. ICE will help airports with jobs that don’t require TSA’s specialized expertise, according to the border czar, while U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) praised Elon Musk’s patriotism for offering to pay TSA salaries during government shutdowns and slammed Democrats for creating TSA turmoil, backing a bill to withhold congressional pay during government shutdowns.
1. President Donald Trump has ordered a 5-day pause on his threatened retaliation directed towards Iran’s power and energy sector as Iran continues its strikes on Gulf targets, with Trump suggesting “very good” conversations are taking place between the two countries and oil prices remain high.
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Iran conflict is not at a stalemate; Alabama could close primaries; the AHSAA is not doing a good job, and more on Alabama Politics This Week…
After weeks of conflict, many are asking why it still feels unresolved and whether anything has actually changed. Some reports even push back on the idea that things are at a standstill, despite how it’s being portrayed.
Alabama lawmakers are moving closer to closing party primaries, aiming to stop crossover voting and reshape how elections work in the state.
Also, the Alabama High School Athletic Association continues to clash with state leaders over eligibility rules and decision-making, raising serious questions about its future and authority.
We break down all of it and more on Alabama Politics This Week, airing on TV, radio, and online across the state.
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7. Alabama basketball coach Nate Oats addressed the Aden Holloway arrest by saying now is not the time to ignore a kid you’ve built a real relationship with, emphasizing support and standards in the program, leaving the door open to him returning to the team.
6. Alabama’s congressional delegation led a U.S. House floor tribute honoring the airmen killed in the Iraq plane crash, paying respects to the fallen from the Birmingham-based Vulcan refuelers unit members and their families while highlighting their service and sacrifice.
5. Candidate for U.S. Senate and U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) wrote an op-ed in Yellowhammer News blasting Democrats over the DHS shutdown threat, warning it will cost American lives by weakening border security and immigration enforcement.
4. The Alabama State House passed a bill closing party primaries, advancing legislation to prevent crossover voting in both parties’ primaries, though its future in the Senate remains uncertain.
3. The Reason Foundation’s Brayden Myers found Alabama’s unrealistic pension assumptions are putting the state in debt, with overly optimistic investment return projections creating unfunded liabilities and long-term fiscal risks for the Retirement Systems of Alabama.
2. Governor-elect National Championship-winning Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) labeled former National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent a member of the “Deep State” after Kent resigned over his opposition to the Iran war, accusing him of leaking and undermining national security efforts.
1. The UK, France, Germany, Japan, Italy, and the Netherlands have now agreed to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz amid Iranian threats to disrupt traffic and close the waterway, as Operation Epic Fury continues, with media outlets suggesting the battle is a stalemate or saying that, despite overwhelming success, President Donald Trump is losing.
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7. A bill advanced in the Alabama Senate allowing CHOOSE Act students to sue the AHSAA for discrimination if denied participation in high school sports aims to resolve eligibility disputes and ensure equal access for private and homeschool participants in extracurricular activities.
6. A University of Alabama student went missing in Barcelona after a night out, with foul play now suspected by authorities and family, prompting increased concern among classmates and calls for swift international assistance in the search.
5. Democrats stormed out of a briefing on Epstein files after Attorney General Pam Bondi refused to release additional documents, accusing her of stonewalling, while Bondi pushed back, claiming the information was sensitive, and the walkout was political theater.
4. The TSA warned that smaller and regional airports could face closures or reduced operations due to staffing shortages and budget pressures, while Huntsville International Airport reported its busiest February on record.
3. The Alabama House advanced a bill expanding overtime tax deductions to $1,000 for hourly workers, aiming to provide tax relief for those working extra hours while balancing state revenue needs amid discussions on broader economic incentives.
2. President Donald Trump, Governor-elect U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), and U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) attended what they said was a “humbling” and “heartbreaking” return of Alabama airmen killed in an Iraq plane crash, honoring the fallen Vulcan refuelers unit members and their families in a solemn ceremony.
1. Israel will no longer strike Iran’s South Pars gas field, which spiked oil prices, according to President Donald Trump, but Trump warned that the U.S. will respond and strike those sites if Qatar sites are attacked again by Iran, as Trump is signaling the conflict is nearing its end despite continued threats, regional instability, and intentionally misleading media coverage of opportunistic leakers.
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In Washington, D.C., lawmakers are debating the Save America Act, a proposal that would strengthen election integrity nationwide.
Meanwhile, in Alabama, there is growing pressure to close party primaries, which would limit participation to registered party members, which many argue will keep meddlers out.
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7. New details have emerged on the arrest of Alabama basketball star Aden Holloway on felony drug charges just days before the NCAA Tournament begins, authorities say they found a “little over 2 pounds of marijuana in Holloway’s apartment Monday, including both loose and housed within a vacuum sealed bag,” and head coach Nate Oats addressed the suspension by stating the program has standards that must be upheld while expressing disappointment.
6. A new Alabama poll reveals the race for the 1st Congressional District has shifted, with former Congressman Jerry Carl (R-Mobile) seeing his lead narrowing from 16 points to 8 points as Rhett Marques moves the needle with undecideds.
5. University of South Alabama warned Turning Point USA that releasing additional videos of a math professor harassing students could jeopardize the university’s funding in a red state, urging the group not to release more footage of the incident involving profane anti-TPUSA comments.
4. Republicans started a Senate fight to expose Democrats’ opposition to a Trump-backed voter ID bill as part of the SAVE America Act, forcing prolonged debate, including a potential talking filibuster, to highlight the party’s stance on election integrity and border security measures.
3. The Alabama closed primary bill advanced to the House floor with Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter (R-Rainsville) vowing to use cloture if necessary to fulfill an ALGOP priority aimed at ending crossover voting and ensuring party nominees reflect core conservative platforms.
2. Failed pro-Israel/pro-Iran containment congressional candidate Joe Kent resigned from his role in the Trump administration in connection with the Iran war developments, with President Donald Trump criticizing Kent’s position that Iran posed no imminent threat, but his anti-Semitism and inconsistency should limit his ability to be the hero the media and their Democrats so feverishly desire.
1. Fox News senior political analyst Brit Hume shredded media coverage of the Iran conflict, accusing outlets of rooting against U.S. success in Operation Epic Fury and trashing the elites declaring this conflict a “stalemate,” downplaying American military gains while amplifying Iranian propaganda and gas prices to undermine President Donald Trump and the mission.
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Gambling money is pouring into Alabama political races again, and both sides of the issue are spending heavily to influence the outcome.
But the reality is Alabama has been dealing with some form of gambling for decades, whether through tribal casinos, bingo operations, or cross-border gambling in neighboring states.
Now, as the 2026 election cycle heats up, the political fight over gambling is intensifying once again. The question is whether the massive spending will actually change anything or if the long-term outcome is already inevitable.
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7. Alabama basketball’s second-leading scorer Aden Holloway was arrested on a marijuana possession charge just days before the 2026 NCAA Tournament starts, creating a major distraction for the Crimson Tide.
6. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Sheriff Kevin McMahill refused a judge’s order to release a 35-time arrested repeat offender; meanwhile, in Boston, anti-ICE agitators inadvertently helped a child rape suspect evade arrest for weeks by blowing cover during protests.
5. President Donald Trump reportedly laughed after receiving an intelligence report on Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, describing him as gay.
4. Governor-elect National Championship-winning Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) hit back at Democrats anger over his social media posts critical of Islam, insisting he meant every word, accusing critics of hypocrisy, and refusing to back down from highlighting threats to American values.
3. Gambling interests placed significant bets on Alabama legislative campaigns through contributions and lobbying; the bets are going to pay off.
2. President Donald Trump continues to try to involve NATO in the Strait of Hormuz security issues, which is raising tensions amongst allies to counter disruptions to global energy flows, Trump is demanding that allies assist with ship escorts against Iranian threats.
1. Iran rejected truce negotiation talks as delusional amid continued Operation Epic Fury strikes, with Iran continuing to attack its neighbors, as the Iranian regime continues to be decimated, with the Islamic Republic’s top security official, Ali Larijani and General Abdolrahim Mousavi allegedly killed.
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7. Alabama basketball earned a spot in the first round of the 2026 NCAA Tournament, facing 13th-seeded Hofstra, while Auburn basketball was excluded from the field entirely despite former head coach Bruce Pearl’s continued efforts and public fight to secure a bid for the Tigers.
6. Alabama’s Gulf Coast tourism set a new record with $923 million in lodging spending in 2025, highlighting strong visitor numbers, economic impact from beach destinations, with increasing retail spending as well as adding to the tax base.
5. Governor Kay Ivey highlighted a DeKalb County family benefiting from the CHOOSE Act school choice program, showing how education savings accounts are allowing parents to select better schools for their kids and improve student outcomes.
4. The Oscar-nominated documentary “The Alabama Solution” DID NOT win an Academy Award, but continues fueling ongoing discussions and pushes for prison reform in the state, with critics, including Attorney General Steve Marshall, emphasizing the need to maintain tough-on-crime values over Hollywood narratives and publicity stunts.
3. Three Alabama airmen from a Birmingham-based National Guard unit were killed in a plane crash in Iraq supporting Operation Epic Fury, with many mourning the loss of the service members amid ongoing operations in the region.
2. The Trump administration plans to announce a coalition to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating Iran threats, with allies including Gulf nations and others potentially joining to protect commercial traffic and counter Tehran’s attempts to disrupt global energy flows.
1. President Donald Trump declared Iran’s military decimated, with air defenses and forces severely weakened by U.S.-Israel strikes in Operation Epic Fury, refusing to declare victory yet but asserting it would take Tehran a decade or more to rebuild, meanwhile, the Trump administration is warning media outlets to stop rooting for the enemy.
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Big questions are shaping the political conversation this week in Alabama and around the world.
Could Iran actually weaponize oil prices against the United States and its allies? What would that mean for the economy and energy policy?
Meanwhile, in Alabama, the fight over the Public Service Commission is taking a new turn. After talk of eliminating elected PSC members, lawmakers are now discussing expanding the commission instead.
And Governor Kay Ivey made headlines after commuting the death sentence of a convicted murderer, sparking a major debate about justice, executive authority, and capital punishment in the state.
We break down all of it and more on Alabama Politics This Week, airing on TV, radio, and online across the state.
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7. Governor-elect National Championship-winning Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) has come under fire after linking New York City’s Muslim mayor to the 9/11 attacks in a post criticizing the mayor’s background and policies, with critics calling the remarks inflammatory and divisive while supporters defended them as highlighting security concerns.
6. A judge backed Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen in a fast-moving court, ruling that Morgan Murphy will stay on the primary ballot despite attempts to remove him, allowing the Senate race to proceed with all candidates intact.
5. U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) says she is willing to do whatever it takes to pass the SAVE America Act, including a potential talking filibuster, stating she is fully dedicated to getting election reforms across the finish line despite procedural hurdles.
4. The Alabama House passed a $10.9 billion Education Trust Fund budget that includes a $250 million increase for the CHOOSE Act school choice program, while the Senate approved a $3.72 billion General Fund budget with conditional funding for three agencies, reflecting strong GOP support for education investments and fiscal priorities.
3. Police are investigating possible terror-related attacks, including a shooting at Old Dominion University, and an incident at a Michigan synagogue, additional attacks include explosives linked to ISIS in New York, and a Texas shooting that killed two, with the FBI probing potential terrorism ties across multiple states.
2. Governor-elect National Championship-winning Coach U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) asked Alabamians to be willing to sacrifice at the gas pump for a short time amid the Iran conflict, while U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) predicted any drop in gas prices may take a few months and called it a blip on the radar screen.
1. Operation Epic Fury escalates with U.S.-Israel strikes hitting Iranian targets, including oil infrastructure, as Iran continues to block ships and attack some in the Strait of Hormuz hoping to fulfill its promises of driving oil to $200 per barrel, prompting massive U.S. emergency petroleum reserve releases and pausing of sanctions on Russia, reports of a French soldier killed in an Iraq attack as their Gulf neighbors demand the attacks stop, while claiming they are ready for peace under 3 conditions.
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A fierce media debate has erupted over coverage of the conflict involving Iran and the United States.
Critics argue that some commentators seem more eager to attack President Donald Trump than acknowledge the Iranian regime’s long record of repression, censorship, and support for regional conflict.
Comments from “The View’s” Sonny Hostin and heated exchanges on CNN, where contributor Scott Jennings pushes back against the narrative, have fueled accusations that parts of the media are downplaying Iran’s actions while questioning U.S. motives.
So why do some voices insist the United States intentionally targets civilians, despite repeated denials and explanations from military officials?
Because they believe in absolutely nothing.
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7. California Governor Gavin Newsom was criticized for blaming President Trump for rising gas prices in the state while facing backlash over California’s own high costs, where gasoline is roughly $2 more than the rest of the country.
6. The Alabama State House passed a bill to reinstate prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance in public schools, allowing moments of silence or student-led expressions of faith and patriotism while prohibiting school-sponsored coercion.
5. Alabama State Sen. Clyde Chambliss (R-Prattville) and others support overhauling the Alabama Public Service Commission to give consumers more control over utility rates after sharp electricity cost increases, with Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman) introducing the Power to the People Act to enhance oversight, freeze rates temporarily, and prioritize ratepayer interests.
4. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall slammed the Oscar-nominated documentary “The Alabama Solution” and its director as soft on crime, declaring the state will keep its values while critics push for prison reform, highlighting ongoing debates over criminal justice policy and sentencing.
3. U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) sharply criticized Democrats for refusing to negotiate on DHS funding during shutdown threats, accusing them of unwillingness to even converse while border security remains a priority, emphasizing the need for bipartisan cooperation to avoid chaos.
2. Governor-elect National Championship-winning Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) voiced strong support for a potential days-long talking filibuster to pass the SAVE America Act, vowing to stay on the floor as long as necessary to secure border and election reforms.
1. Operation Epic Fury continues as U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran are escalating with Iran continuing to make threats including potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Iran is also promising that oil prices will spike toward $200 per barrel leading to a massive oil reserve release, retired Gen. David Petraeus believes this is about “missile math” commenting on the conflict’s trajectory, and President Donald Trump signaling a possible end.
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Alabama Governor Kay Ivey stepped in to stop a scheduled execution, even though the conviction and death sentence had been upheld for years.
The decision is raising questions across the state about the point of the law in the first place.
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7. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis defended Alabama legend Nick Saban, against backlash from his participation in President Trump’s NIL roundtable, stating Coach Saban is spot on about needing federal reforms to restore fairness and integrity in college athletics amid the current chaotic landscape.
6. Former Trump official and U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) staffer, Morgan Murphy announced he is dropping out of the Alabama U.S. Senate race and pledging to flip a U.S. House seat from blue to red, while stating Trump deserves the senator he wants in the contest.
5. In the Georgia special election to replace former U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), questions arose about whether President Donald Trump’s endorsement swayed voters toward Fuller Moore’s victory, with turnout and polling data suggesting it played a significant role in solidifying GOP support.
4. Alabama State Rep. Terri Collins (R-Decatur) credited Alabama’s education comeback to meeting students where they are through targeted reforms, individualized support, and practical policies that have improved outcomes and engagement in classrooms across the state.
3. New Alabama Republican Party Chairman Scott Stadthagen outlined his priorities for the Alabama Republican Party, including closing primaries to prevent crossover voting, building the base through grassroots engagement, and strengthening unity ahead of future elections.
2. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall expressed disappointment after Governor Kay Ivey commuted the death sentence of an inmate who had been on death row for 35 years for murder, describing him as a convicted murderer while acknowledging the governor’s authority in the decision.
1. Ongoing U.S.-Israel strikes in Operation Epic Fury have intensified tensions in the Strait of Hormuz with Iran threatening laying mines and threatening more attacks, leading to calls for U.S. Navy escorts for vessels, oil price volatility, energy policy, stock market reactions, up to 150 American troops wounded so far, and The View’s Whoopi Goldberg is now claiming President Donald Trump’s actions are a distraction from the missing mother of Savannah Guthrie.
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Former U.S. Senator Doug Jones, who is running for governor, has suggested Alabama should reconsider its straight-ticket voting system, one of the few remaining in the country.
But within the Alabama Democratic Party, influential figures like Joe Reed have strongly opposed eliminating it and forbid legislators for voting for it.
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7. President Donald Trump outlined top priorities for Republicans to secure midterm election victories, including border security, energy independence, inflation control, and election integrity.
6. After censorship claims led to the suspension of The University of Alabama’s student magazines, they are returning independently under new names, with student editors vowing greater editorial freedom and separation from university oversight.
5. Selma Mayor James Perkins responded to violence during Bloody Sunday anniversary weekend, condemning the incidents that injured multiple people and emphasizing that such acts do not reflect the spirit of civil rights commemoration or the community.
4. Governor Kay Ivey faces intense criticism from opponents and advocates as a controversial Alabama execution nears, with calls for her to intervene and “do the right thing” amid debates over the method, due process, and moral implications.
3. U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) blasted Democrats for playing political games during government shutdown talks amid airport chaos, and pushed back against a Fox News report claiming she opposes using the talking filibuster to pass the SAVE Act, clarifying her support for strong election integrity measures.
2. Governor-elect National Championship-winning Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) praised Huntsville as the brains behind Trump’s conflict in Iran, highlighting Alabama’s key role in Operation Epic Fury as the most lethal and successful air campaign in world history, while noting a submarine parts plant that will bring up to 1,500 jobs to the community.
1. President Donald Trump stated the conflict in Iran will soon finish, and described it as a “little excursion,” that is nearing completion, oil prices hit $100 per barrel before dropping due to ongoing U.S.-Israel strikes in Operation Epic Fury.
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A group called Blueprint Alabama brought former U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to Birmingham today for a “community conversation” with Mayor Randall Woodfin.
The event is being promoted as an effort to “build bridges” in the state, but critics question why a failed Transportation Secretary under President Joe Biden was chosen and what the discussion is actually meant to accomplish.
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7. Alabama legend Nick Saban and SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey joined President Trump’s roundtable alongside cabinet officials and industry leaders, calling for federal reforms to create uniform rules across states and protect college sports integrity amid ongoing chaos from court rulings and varying state laws.
6. In Selma during Bridge Crossing Jubilee weekend, rising Democratic leader U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures called for God’s grace and stronger leadership to bridge America’s political divide, while separate reports confirmed eight people were injured in shootings during the event.
5. A grocer in Irondale reported that many of his regular customers, illegal immigrants, are now too afraid to leave their homes due to heightened ICE enforcement fears following recent operations targeting criminals under the Trump administration.
4. Global automotive supplier Minth Group Limited, plans to spend $430 million and create more than 1,300 jobs at the former Gadsden Steel Mill site through a major redevelopment project that will transform the abandoned industrial property into a modern manufacturing facility focused on automotive components.
3. Alabama Republicans elected Rep. Scott Stadthagen (R-Hartselle) as the new state party chairman during the ALGOP meeting, replacing John Wahl after internal debates and a vote reflecting a shift toward more establishment-aligned leadership.
2. A new poll shows Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall slipping to second place in the 2026 GOP U.S. Senate primary field, while U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) takes the lead with the endorsement of President Donald Trump doing a lot of heavy lifting, with most voters still undecided and large question marks over name recognition and support for other candidates.
1. Another American soldier was killed in the ongoing U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran as part of Operation Epic Fury, oil prices have crossed $100 a barrel, Mojtaba Khamenei has been named Iran’s next Supreme Leader after his father’s death, and strikes continue throughout the region, with Iran threatening more attacks on civilians and instruction, leading to more economic pain.
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