All eyes in Alabama are on Montgomery Monday, as Governor Kay Ivey and other officials elected to statewide constitutional offices will be sworn into office.
Stay tuned for live updates from the scene in Montgomery.
UPDATE 11:06:
Ivey predicts Mobile will become one of top four cities for assembly of large aircraft. #alpolitics
— Mike Cason (@MikeCasonAL) January 14, 2019
UPDATE 11:00:
Infrastructure improvements coming?
“We’ve got to do it now and get it right.” https://t.co/DZuLIJ1QL8
— Sean Ross (@Sean_comms) January 14, 2019
UPDATE 10:58:
Ivey honoring her “hero”
Ivey says she left an empty seat on the platform in memory of former Gov. Lurleen Wallace #alpolitics pic.twitter.com/VdYUHVMQM8
— Jeff Poor (@jeff_poor) January 14, 2019
UPDATE 10:52:
.@GovernorKayIvey stresses the importance of the upcoming US Census count pic.twitter.com/abjNGk1Bzm
— Jeff Poor (@jeff_poor) January 14, 2019
UPDATE 10:48:
Ivey acknowledges former state leaders, including former Senator and former U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions
Ivey recognizes the distinguished guests in attendance — says Alabama is better off for their service pic.twitter.com/5I5Q9GtVYa
— Jeff Poor (@jeff_poor) January 14, 2019
Ivey also recognizes former US AG Jeff Sessions, a fellow Wilcox County native #alpolitics pic.twitter.com/xjLQGfIeZc
— Jeff Poor (@jeff_poor) January 14, 2019
UPDATE 10:47:
Interesting observation
One observation: both AG Steve Marshall and Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth delivered some well-written speeches. Not saying it means anything, just a former flack observing that they and staff/advisers really leaned into the writing. Gov. Ivey speaking now…#ALpolitics
— Todd Stacy (@toddcstacy) January 14, 2019
UPDATE 10:44:
Ivey now delivering her inaugural address #alpolitics pic.twitter.com/uGgXVFmG9U
— Sean Ross (@Sean_comms) January 14, 2019
UPDATE 10:41:
Over the past 20 months, I've felt your prayers & your love. Both have truly made a difference, & I’m grateful. The scripture reminds us in Psalm 118:24, “This is the day the Lord has made; We will rejoice and be glad in it.” Indeed, today is a day to rejoice for all of Alabama! pic.twitter.com/6kax2Cdf38
— Governor Kay Ivey (@GovernorKayIvey) January 14, 2019
UPDATE 10:39:
Ivey officially sworn-in as Alabama governor
Kay Ivey is being sworn in – ”so HELP me God” #alpolitics pic.twitter.com/d9zADFLD4K
— Jeff Poor (@jeff_poor) January 14, 2019
.@GovernorKayIvey has been sworn in for her first full term. Historic moment for the state of Alabama.#alpolitics pic.twitter.com/OVxzXvaUNT
— Sean Ross (@Sean_comms) January 14, 2019
UPDATE 10:34:
Ainsworth now sworn-in
.@willainsworthAL has been sworn in as lieutenant governor #alpolitics pic.twitter.com/bTvdQLAEDQ
— Sean Ross (@Sean_comms) January 14, 2019
UPDATE 10:30
AG Steve Marshall has a moment of silence for fallen Birmingham Police Officer Wytasha Carter
.@AGSteveMarshall has been sworn in. Begins remarks with a moment of silence for Sgt. Wytasha Carter.#alpolitics pic.twitter.com/kACgtBE8to
— Sean Ross (@Sean_comms) January 14, 2019
UPDATE 10:25:
.@jimzeigler has taken his oath #alpolitics pic.twitter.com/foOHfRfx6T
— Sean Ross (@Sean_comms) January 14, 2019
UPDATE 10:19
John Merrill sworn-in
.@JohnHMerrill touts record registered voter numbers in Alabama #alpolitics pic.twitter.com/9BwRD6ck0K
— Yellowhammer News (@yhn) January 14, 2019
UPDATE 10:17:
Rick Pate now sworn-in
Commissioner of Agriculture Rick Pate has been sworn in. Just delivered brief remarks of gratitude pic.twitter.com/Ekai3M3qXQ
— Sean Ross (@Sean_comms) January 14, 2019
UPDATE 10:15:
Swear-ins begin
State Board of Education members, @JeremyHOdenPSC and @chipbeeker have now been sworn in.#alpolitics pic.twitter.com/1tk477bOc3
— Sean Ross (@Sean_comms) January 14, 2019
UPDATE 10:14:
Video of Ivey’s introduction
Introduction of constitutional officers-elect and @GovernorKayIvey #alpolitics pic.twitter.com/GLZlfo26Dq
— Sean Ross (@Sean_comms) January 14, 2019
UPDATE 10:09:
Good crowd
Seats are filling up as inauguration ceremonies get underway pic.twitter.com/8XsSkpRH5k
— Jeff Poor (@jeff_poor) January 14, 2019
UPDATE 9:58:
Big names arriving
Dignitaries beginning to take their seats on stage. Have seen @RepMarthaRoby, Govs. Riley and Bentley, @SenatorDelMarsh, @MacDistrict25 and Attorney General Jeff Sessions so far.#alpolitics
— Sean Ross (@Sean_comms) January 14, 2019
UPDATE 9:46:
Hello, former guvnah
Spotted at the pre-inauguration proceedings: @GovRBentley #alpolitics pic.twitter.com/HpNHotCzTW
— Jeff Poor (@jeff_poor) January 14, 2019
UPDATE 9:36:
Exciting day at the Capitol for @GovernorKayIvey inauguration along with the constitutional officers. Proud of our team and it’s great to be an Alabamian! Touching prayer service earlier today #alpolitics pic.twitter.com/67urYrk11J
— Terry Lathan (@ChairmanLathan) January 14, 2019
To prepare for Ivey’s inauguration, check out our recent articles on the governor:
1963 Wilcox County High School Yearbook prophecy: ‘Kay Ellen Ivey has just been elected governor!’
Ivey’s Gulf Coast celebration concludes statewide pre-inauguration tour
