7. President Donald Trump ended speculation about running as a vice-presidential candidate in 2028, leaving the door open with a noncommittal response that has fueled political speculation. Vance/Rubio

6. ALGOP Chairman John Wahl highlighted a positive conversation with the Alabama Education Association, claiming assurance that the teachers’ union will not push for regulations on homeschool families.

5. Governor Kathy Hochul’s speech at a rally for Zohran Mamdani’s campaign in New York City was “interrupted” with a “tax the rich” chant, a mantra Democrats in the city and elsewhere are fully in support of, despite rational fears by rational Democrats about how that plays with regular Americans.

4. The International Federation of Professional & Technical Engineers union filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the removal of NASA employees’ collective bargaining rights, alleging unfair labor practices that could set a precedent for federal workers, AND foolishly arguing their mission is “not national security,” but rather scientific exploration for the “benefit of all humanity.”

3. The U.S. and China are heading towards trade talks to ease tensions, but the “framework” for a deal on tariffs appears to be agreed to, with both sides signaling a cautious willingness to cooperate.

2. The USDA announced no federal SNAP benefits for the 1-in-8 Americans who receive those benefits because of the government shutdown, while Democrats continue focusing on the Obamacare subsidies as the government shutdown enters its fourth week.

1. U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Huntsville) says the 27-day government shutdown is a Democratic strategy to earn political points with their far-left base, while U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) stated the GOP is ready to negotiate healthcare reforms after the government reopens, showing a strong bargaining position

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7. As the media and their Democrats rage about a privately funded East Wing renovation, the Trump administration is pushing with a remark about how U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) is a scumbag.

6. U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) suggested that the “No Kings” protests hide a socialists/Marxists/left wing political wish list, framing them as a radical agenda masked by anti-Trump sentiment. Meanwhile, more protests are planned.

5. U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) released a memo revealing what he claims is the Biden Department of Justice’s leadership meddling in investigations targeting President Donald Trump and his campaign, raising concerns about government overreach and spurring demands for accountability.

4. An Alabama lawmaker argued that expanding the law banning schools from teaching divisive concepts to cover all grades could reverse a drop in school enrollment, citing parental concerns over classroom content and the perception that educators are working against parents’ wishes.

3. Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron announced his run for lieutenant governor in 2026, referencing the assassination of Charlie Kirk and pledging to be a quarterback for Governor-elect National Championship-winning Coach U.S. Tommy Tuberville’s (R-Auburn) conservative outsider agenda; one of his opponents, Secretary of State Wes Allen, countered with his own solid record in the race.

2. aldotcom has its second day of reports about how the government shutdown is killing Huntsville, this time citing a drop in dining out, as the 24-day government shutdown’s economic pinch may be hitting local businesses.

1. U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) called out the media for bias that creates polls showing Americans blame the GOP for the government shutdown, attributing them to what she calls the “third arm of the Democrats” influencing the narrative and hiding the reality of the situation to help Democrats’ message.

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7. President Donald Trump nominated Thomas Govan as U.S. Attorney for Alabama’s Middle District and Rightside Radio host Phil Williams for the Northern District.

6. The Southeastern Conference permanently suspended referee Ken Williamson following a review of controversial officiating during the Auburn-Georgia game, prompting calls for improved oversight.

5. CBS’s Stephen Colbert covered the arrest of a Fairhope protester in an indecent penis costume on “The Late Show,” turning the “No Kings” protest embarrassment into an unfunny national late-night comedy bit.

4. The Trump administration has imposed new sanctions on Russian oil exports. targeting the country’s energy sector to pressure Moscow to end the Russia-Ukraine war; the move increased the average cost of oil 5%.

3. A grassroots effort supporting the Alabama Public Library Service’s amendment garnered a majority of public letters to remove inappropriate books from the children’s sections of libraries.

2. Democrats are rolling out their own ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) tracker app; Attorney General Pam Bondi is calling out the obvious targeting of agents, which is leading to an increasing amount of violent rhetoric and actual attacks against those federal agents.

1. The Alabama Education Association failed to read the room, citing reports of a record number of children not returning to public schools in order to push for new homeschool reporting requirements; the move sparked debate over parental rights and state oversight, which the public does not want.

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If former Alabama U.S. Senator Doug Jones (D-Mountain Brook) and other Democrats are trying to sell the argument that the government shutdown is about Americans’ healthcare, why do other Democrats keep telling the truth?

Regardless, the shutdown will continue until Democrats acquiesce on this point.

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7. A former Auburn landscaper fired after posting “one fascist down” following Charlie Kirk’s murder sued the university, claiming the dismissal violated his free speech rights under the First Amendment, but that argument seems apt to fail.

6. A heated debate erupted at an Alabama Public Library Service hearing over transgender books in children’s sections, with some arguing it protects kids and others calling it politically motivated, which is true because the efforts to get these books out of the children’s sections has overwhelming public support.

5. The meeting between President Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin to address the Russia-Ukraine war was put on hold due to a lack of potential success as Russia continues to attack Ukraine aggressively.

4. The arrest of a “No Kings” protester in a penis costume in Fairhope is getting national attention. City Council President Jack Burrell seemingly supports the actions of law enforcement, saying, “she resisted arrest and was wearing an outfit that is not appropriate in public.”

3. Tuscaloosa County Commissioner Reginald Murray was handcuffed by police after a struggle while trying to enter a school award event after officials closed the entrances to event. Murray told the officer he would be calling the police chief about this, but that did not sway the officer, even though Murray was not arrested.

2. Attorney General Steve Marshall voiced his deep concern over the bond release of a suspected Montgomery mass shooting suspect, calling for an expansion of Aniah’s Law to prevent such incidents.

1. Walmart announced a pause on its H-1B visa program, citing economic uncertainties and a desire to focus on hiring American workers; but the move is actually driven by President Donald Trump’s $100,000 fee on these workers, a move that could impact thousands of foreign tech employees.

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The fact that one of the suspects in the mass shooting in Montgomery that killed 2 and injured 12 has already bonded out of jail is outrageous.

Unfortunately, Alabama law does not require attempted murder mass shooters to stay in jail, even though they are clearly both a flight and violence risk.

Both Governor Kay Ivey and Mayor Steven Reed think this is wrong and want everyone to vote to expand Aniah’s Law next May.

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7. Auburn’s Hugh Freeze could be fired soon after a tough start to the season and a 5-15 SEC record overall, but he is pleading for a chance to turn things around.

6. National gas prices have dipped below $3 per gallon for the first time in years, offering relief to drivers and manufacturers across the country, and giving President Donald Trump something else to brag about.

5. A new study shows that school cell phone bans improve test scores and grades, suggesting a positive impact on student focus and performance.

4. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall expressed optimism for Alabama’s position on redistricting after the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments on the subject, believing it could favor the state’s current map and national GOP redistricting efforts.

3. The arrest of a Fairhope “No Kings” demonstrator dressed in a penis costume during a protest sparked anger by some who believe someone in a penis costume in public around kids (they always want to be around kids) is acceptable.

2. U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) and U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) are calling out Democrats, with Palmer saying a radical minority is steering the party in a fringe direction and Britt urging that they end the government shutdown politics and reopen the government before talks, which could be happening soon.

1. Gov. Kay Ivey, Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed, and Police Chief Jim Graboys called the bond release of a teen charged in the Montgomery mass shooting a slap in the face and expressed the need to expand Aniah’s Law to cover alleged murderers who are currently eligible to be released on bond.

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7. Gov. Kay Ivey is promoting another Alabama family that is benefitting from school choice through the CHOOSE Act, which has helped provide access to a private Christian education aligned with their values and an alternative to public schools they felt lacked moral grounding; showing yet another success story for Alabama parents.

6. CAIR-Alabama, the state chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations, criticized Governor-elect National Championship-winning Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), for his proposed ban on Sharia law as unconstitutional, arguing it infringes on religious freedom; Tuberville fired back, defending the measure as a safeguard against extremism.

5. Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl urged Democrats to join President Donald Trump’s fight against crime, arguing that genuine concern for safety should transcend party lines amid rising violent crime rates.

4. A new outlier poll revealed an unlikely and surprising frontrunner in Alabama’s U.S. Senate race, with former Navy SEAL and small business owner Jared Hudson leading over Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall and U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise).

3. Two IDF soldiers were killed in a severe ceasefire violation near Gaza, raising concerns of renewed conflict; Israel responded with its own attacks, but says it wants to push forward with President Donald Trump’s plan.

2. U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) accused Democrats of playing politics by pandering to the far left, suggesting their fear of losing support from radical groups is driving the ongoing government shutdown strategy.

1. Thousands joined “No Kings” protests against the Trump administration in Huntsville, Birmingham, and beyond in Alabama with demonstrators speaking against capitalism and bigotry; but the crowds were overwhelmingly white, old, and lame, even in places with high numbers of minorities.

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7. The mainstream media is facing upheaval as NBC News started to cut approximately 7% of its workforce, amid declining ad revenue and staff concerns over future layoffs at 30 Rock. Meanwhile CBS News staffers received a memo from Bari Weiss seeking input from staffers but their union told them not to respond.

6. Auburn Turning Point USA chapter is hosting a high-profile event featuring Eric Trump, Lara Trump, and Governor-elect National Championship-winning Coach Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), as part of their “America Comeback Tour” as they continue to try to energize conservative students.

5. Marshall County Democrats’ first “No Kings” protest on June 14, reportedly violated several local regulations and had too many (mostly elderly white) people for the property; some are now questioning if they should be permitted to hold another event as part of the latest national day of lame protesting scheduled this weekend.

4. Despite threats from lawmakers and after the school’s mere existence was called into question, the Magic City Acceptance Academy charter school retained its contract after removing rainbow murals and LGBTQ references from its facilities following a state review, despite the LGBTQ focus being the entire purpose of the school.

3. Toyota announced plans to add 350 jobs in North Alabama with new production lines at its Huntsville facility, boosting the state’s automotive sector and reinforcing its economic growth;  Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle praised the move, “Innovation, collaboration and community are the hallmarks of Huntsville’s growth, and Toyota has embodied those values for nearly a quarter-century.”

2. President Donald Trump is expressing anger and frustration about the status of the recently enacted ceasefire, and is saying he may let Israel resume the war to “knock the crap out of [Hamas]” if Hamas does not meet its commitments.

1. The U.S. Supreme Court began hearing a case challenging Louisiana’s congressional redistricting that could impact Alabama’s ongoing redistricting fights, with potential rulings affecting voting rights and gerrymandering nationwide, especially if conservative judges rule the way they seem to be leaning.

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Now that 2 people have been arrested for the mass shooting in Montgomery in early October, it is becoming clear that some questionable decision-making is coming from city hall.

The City of Montgomery promoted free alcohol to events surrounding college football games, which isn’t even necessary and surely is not going to provide cultural enrichment.

Mayor Steven Reed has a crime problem, and pouring free alcohol into the area where crime is doesn’t seem to make much sense.

He needs to get his city under control or ask Governor Kay Ivey to send in the National Guard.

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7. There was a good portion of Charlie Kirk news on the founder of Turning Point USA’s birthday as President Donald Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, a memorial mural honoring the late conservative activist went up in Hanceville, and the State Department announced visa revocations for foreigners celebrating Kirk’s assassination.

6. A leaked private chat among Young Republicans revealed a treasure trove of racist, anti-semitic, and generally stupid comments that the media will insist represent the private feelings of every conservative-leaning in the country. Meanwhile network silence from ABC, CBS, and NBC on Virginia Democratic AG candidate Jay Jones’ violent text scandal has drawn criticism for media bias.

5. U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) endorsed U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) for Alabama’s open U.S. Senate seat, praising his conservative record and leadership on issues like border security and election integrity.

4. Alabama leaders celebrated the completion of a six-year, $350 million project by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to enlarge the Mobile Ship Channel, making it deeper and wider, and making the Port of Mobile the deepest container port on the Gulf of Mexico, which will have statewide economic benefits.

3. The Israel-Hamas ceasefire, brokered by President Donald Trump, entered its fifth day with all 20 living hostages released and four hostages’ remains returned; but issues with the return of the remains of hostages, Israel dialing back more aid, and Hamas killing Palestinians remain.

2. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors have separately declared emergencies over anticipated ICE raids under President Trump’s mass deportation policy, with Johnson ordering city departments to limit cooperation with federal agents and LA County approving $2.5 million for legal aid and shelter to illegal immigrants.

1. Republicans are blaming the ongoing government shutdown, now in its 14th day, on the nationwide “No Kings” protests scheduled for Saturday, with events in 12 Alabama cities, including Huntsville, Montgomery, Birmingham, and Mobile, organized by groups like Indivisible to oppose President Donald Trump’s policies.

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With military service members being paid, the shutdown pain is harder to easily identify and game. For that reason, we could be looking at the longest shutdown ever.

Currently, betting markets have the government shutdown going on for more than 30 days.

Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and Governor-elect National Championship-winning Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) continue pressuring the Democrats to get the government open while highlighting that their fear of their own liberal base is paralyzing them.

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7. Madison County Chief Deputy District Attorney Tim Gann defended the decision not to file charges in the August Borden Deshler High School injury case. The decision was based on provable evidence from witnesses, coaches, staff, and texts showing an accidental bear hug and fall with no criminal intent, dismissing online theories of assault and cover-up as unprovable speculation.

6. Auburn’s College of Architecture, Design, and Construction has declared that it can ignore Alabama’s Divisive Concepts law and continue to teach DEI topics like social equity and racial justice, citing NAAB (National Architectural Accrediting Board) standards; now lawmakers are considering closing the loophole.

5. Priceville Police Officer Garry Chapman, son of reality TV star “Dog the Bounty Hunter,” was reinstated by the city council after being fired following his high-speed chase that ended in Hartselle with a crash killing 17-year-old Tristan Hollis; he will be suspended for 10 days instead.

4. Former Presidents Barack Obama and Joe Biden and former Secretary of State Antony Blinken claimed partial credit for the groundwork of President Donald Trump’s Israel-Hamas Gaza ceasefire deal, after Trump’s 20-point plan created an environment for peace in the region while the Biden administration allowed Iran to create chaos in the region.

3. Another arrest has been made in the Montgomery mass shooting that killed 2 while injuring 12 others. Dantavious McGhee, 19, was charged with capital murder, nine counts of first-degree assault, and three counts of second-degree assault; authorities anticipate further arrests.

2. Republicans are using the government shutdown, entering its third week, to announce layoffs, block spending bills, and keep the House in recess to extract concessions on Obamacare subsidies. Meanwhile heated Capitol confrontations continue, including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries telling Rep. Mike Lawler to “keep your mouth shut” over subsidy disputes and Speaker Mike Johnson clashing with Sens. Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego on swearing in Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva.

1. The President Donald Trump-brokered Middle East peace deal culminated in the release of all 20 living hostages held by Hamas after over two years in Gaza. Alabama’s congressional Republicans are thrilled with U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) calling it a global victory, U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Saks) seeing it as years of prayers answered, U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) calling this a dawn of a golden age in the region, U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) saying the impossible was made possible by a true peacemaker, and U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Huntsville) calling Trump the President of Peace.

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State Senator Chris Elliott (R-Josephine) is calling out the ABC Board for misleading legislators on the cost and funding mechanism for their new warehouse and offices.

The board, according to Elliott, claimed no new funds were needed to

Some legislators are working on getting Alabama out of the liquor business altogether, and this issue will likely be used to push that solution.

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7. President Donald Trump downplayed concerns over a potential trade war escalation, escalated by his statements about 100% tariffs on China after that country put restrictions on exporting rare earth minerals; he assured that “it will all be fine.”

6. Alabama’s population increased by 49,231 to 5.16 million in 2024, with significant growth in Madison and Baldwin counties, primarily due to 26,000 out-of-state domestic individuals and 16,000 international migrants; and despite more deaths than births.

5. U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) criticized Senate Democrats under Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) for potentially extending the government shutdown into its third week to coincide with these nationwide “No Kings” protests; events are planned in Alabama cities Florence, Fairhope, Guntersville, Huntsville, Auburn, and elsewhere.

4. President Donald Trump ordered Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to figure out a way to pay military service members; Hegseth announced that they will redirect research and development funds to guarantee military paychecks Wednesday amid the ongoing government shutdown, failed Senate votes, the laying off of federal workers, and worries over disrupted services.

3. Alabama law enforcement agencies have expanded participation in the 287(g) program to act as “mini-immigration officers,” according to aldotcom. Police are assisting ICE in detaining undocumented immigrants, resulting in doubled immigration detentions statewide.

2. A male juvenile was charged with capital murder, nine counts of first-degree assault, and three counts of second-degree assault in the Montgomery mass shooting that killed 2 and injured 12 others; authorities are expecting more arrests.

1. President Donald Trump addressed the Knesset this morning to celebrate the U.S.-brokered Israel-Hamas ceasefire, where 20 hostage survivors were released after more than two years in Gaza and reunited with families in exchange for nearly 2,000 Palestinian detainees, including convicted terrorists. Trump called it a “new beginning” and “historic dawn of a new Middle East.”

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7. U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-Va.) finally, kinda, condemned violent texts sent by that state’s Democratic Attorney General candidate Jay Jones as “absolutely abhorrent” and stressed that all candidates must denounce violence regardless of party. But she declined to withdraw her endorsement or urge him to quit the race, saying it is up to voters.

6. The 2025 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado – someone you never heard of – for her failed efforts against Nicolas Maduro’s regime. Meanwhile President Donald Trump did not receive it despite his success in peacemaking and the recent Israel-Hamas ceasefire, as noted by Sens. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) who praised the agreement as a historic achievement warranting the prize.

5. Hilariously, and unnecessarily, the fourth annual Día De Los Muertos Festival in Decatur has been cancelled for fear of an ICE raid on the event or something worse, according the the organizers, “We would have people that fearfully might come, or we would have people who wouldn’t come out of fear,” even though this is not happening anywhere, that isn’t stopping other events from being cancelled across the country.

4. Israel and Hamas initiated phase one of President Donald Trump’s peace plan with Hamas agreeing to release all 48 remaining hostages within 72 hours following Israel’s 24-hour troop withdrawal from most of Gaza to start a ceasefire. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanked President Donald Trump for the historic deal, stating the war is not over but vowing to expand the circle of peace.

3. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall condemned the vandalism of a Madison County church with graffiti targeting 1819 News president Bryan Dawson as an act meant to intimidate and silence conservative voices ahead of a Turning Point USA event, vowing it will not deter political participation and calling for moral courage in response.

2. After Madison County District Attorney Rob Broussard announced no criminal charges would be filed against those involved in severely injuring Deshler High School teen August Borden, Borden’s father Jason expressed shock and outrage at Broussard’s decision, accusing the investigation of lies and corruption. He vowed the matter is far from over as protesters rallied outside Deshler High School in Tuscumbia demanding school accountability for the incident.

1. The federal government shutdown extended into its 10th day as the Senate rejected competing Republican and Democrat funding bills for the seventh time in 54-45 and 47-50 votes before adjourning until next Tuesday. President Trump is blaming Democrats for using health care as a weapon while interestingly threatening cuts to their programs, while U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Huntsville) accused them of prioritizing agendas like benefits for illegal immigrants over Americans and holding the nation hostage.

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When photos of August Borden’s face hit papers across Alabama, outrage and demands for justice rightly followed.

It appears the Madison County District Attorney has delivered that justice in the form of a closed case and no charges.

This is after interviews, reviews of text messages from the time in question, and an investigation of the evidence at hand.

It is unlikely this will placate those following the case.

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7. U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) blamed Democrats for the government shutdown’s length, stating Americans, including military members and federal workers, are paying the price because Democrats “don’t know how to work and have a conversation at the same time” and are playing political games for reelection.

6. Governor-elect National Championship-winning Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), standing next to a sign reading “BAN SHARIA LAW,” declared on the Senate floor that Islamic extremism threatens America and anyone practicing Sharia law over U.S. law should be deported, while criticizing the left’s silence on issues like women’s abuse and Christian genocide in Nigeria.

5. The Movement Church in Madison County was vandalized with spray-painted messages targeting 1819 News‘ Bryan Dawson, calling him the “Anti Christ” hours before his event there; Pastor Seth Adgate condemned the act as not “Jesus’ way” and emphasized forgiveness, while the Sheriff’s Office investigates it as intimidation and political violence.

4. Following the Montgomery mass shooting that killed 2 and injured 12, U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) pressed Attorney General Pam Bondi on combating inner-city crime, with Bondi affirming the Justice Department’s nonstop efforts under Trump’s sole directive to “make America safe again.”

3. Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed finally spoke with Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday after previously claiming no call from her post-mass shooting. He described the discussion as positive on crime-fighting and state aid, with Ivey reaffirming support, expanded ALEA patrols, and more joint law enforcement partnerships, which are already in place.

2. Madison County District Attorney Rob Broussard announced no criminal charges against those involved in injuring Deshler High School teen August Borden, deeming the incident a “freak, unfortunate accident” stemming from high school banter and a fall on uneven steps despite severe injuries like a fractured skull and orbital. Meanwhile, Borden’s father expressed shock at the decision, accused the probe of lies and corruption, and vowed the case is “far from over.”

1. Hamas accepted President Donald Trump’s 20-point peace plan to end the two-year Gaza war, including release of all hostages within 72 hours, Israel’s troop withdrawal, increased aid, a prisoner exchange for 250 people life-sentenced in Israeli custody and 1,700 Gazans taken during the recent war, partial amnesty for disarmed Hamas members, and a technocratic governance committee for reconstruction to be signed today. It even prompted praise from Democrat Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) for the historic achievement.

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When sports talk legend Paul Finebaum floated the idea of running for U.S. Senate as a Republican, ESPN scaled back his appearances.

They denied this, but they obviously did this — and it isn’t a crazy thing to do.

Now that Finebaum is back on all the platforms, after all the pressure, the double standard the network plays with Stephen A. Smith because Smith is a Democrat is obvious.

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7. U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) highlighted a 1,325% surge in AI-driven financial sextortion targeting teenage boys, calling for coordinated action by law enforcement, tech companies, and Congress to protect children from online predators.

6. President Donald Trump adviser Stephen Miller cited Dothan as an example where federal officers such as National Guard troops would face friendly greetings rather than violence, contrasting it with crime-filled blue cities like Portland, Los Angeles, and Chicago.

5. 200 Texas National Guard troops have arrived in Illinois for 60 days to protect federal personnel and ICE facilities from anti-immigration riots, while Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker continue to suggest that America is headed toward civil war and the federal officers are like those seen in Nazi Germany.

4. Governor-elect National Championship-winning Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) continues talking about Paul Finebaum’s potential 2026 Alabama Senate run by noting his 100% name recognition as an asset but stressing that articulating clear political beliefs and motivations would be most important for voter appeal.

3. Mobile County Sheriff Paul Burch is facing social media “backlash” for a home Halloween display depicting skeletons in sombreros being chased by “ICE” figures; the display was criticized as dehumanizing immigrants by a Karen-ly neighbor.

2. No arrests have been made in last Saturday’s Montgomery mass shooting that killed 2 people while injuring 12 others, including five critically and seven juveniles. Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed rejected National Guard calls and blamed Alabama’s constitutional carry laws.

1. Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey ordered an expanded ALEA trooper patrol in downtown Montgomery, legislative resource support, zero-tolerance coordination, and an ABC review of alcohol sales in high-traffic areas, stating all options remain on the table for prosecution and safety. She noted the $2.5 million Montgomery Area Crime Suppression Unit operating since June 2024 has yielded 3,100 stops, 429 arrests, 164 machine gun conversion devices confiscated, 268 firearms seized, and 68 vehicles recovered.

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As left-wing agitators continue to screech about how, despite all the left-wing violence you are seeing, most political violence is “actually” right-wing, they are also justifying the left-wing violence.

Whether the anger is over Charlie Kirk’s alleged words or a border agent’s actions, these geniuses will remind you that the chaos will stop the minute you give them power and change all your positions.

Make no mistake, this is what they believe, and they are finally telling the truth.

Believe them.

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7. In news that should surprise no one, gambling leads to corruption, and an audit has revealed Greene County Sheriff Jonathan Benison misspent $4.97 million in bingo funds on undocumented payments, including $3.16 million to employees and $2.16 million to consultants and merchants, prompting a repayment order that will likely never be met.

6. Paul Finebaum has apparently been “benched” from the main ESPN network after missing his regular SportsCenter and First Take appearances after discussing a 2026 Alabama Senate run, citing Charlie Kirk’s assassination as a reason; but ESPN denies this and noted his ongoing SEC Network show and spots.

5. President Trump is preparing to deploy 400 Texas National Guard members to Illinois to protect federal buildings and employees following 1,000 immigration-related arrests and clashes. This comes after Trump federalized 300 Illinois Guard members despite objections from Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson.

4. Governor-elect National Championship-winning Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) and other GOP senators, including Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) and Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), had their phone records monitored by Jack Smith’s DOJ team in a 2023 Trump-related probe, which Tuberville called an outrageous breach and likened it to the behavior of leaders in North Korea and China.

3. The city of Montgomery has a citizen-run “Crime Watch” Facebook page with 100,000-plus members, run by Shannon Ferrari. On the page, Ferrari slammed Mayor Steven Reed, urging him to lead or resign after his “jump off a bridge” remark to shooters, accusing him of dodging accountability, fudging crime stats, and understaffing police.

2. After the Montgomery shootout that killed two and injured 12, Mayor Steven Reed blamed Alabama’s permitless carry laws, again, ignoring that other Alabama cities do not have this problem. Meanwhile, Gov. Kay Ivey is calling for more law enforcement in the area, saying, “I have asked my ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor to extend the patrol area for our Capitol Troopers to include other key downtown areas.”

1. Governor-elect National Championship-winning Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) continues to accuse Democrats, led by Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), of prioritizing illegal immigrant healthcare and ObamaCare subsidies over everything else; Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) says Democrats are also seeking millions for foreign programs, including LGBTQ people in the Western Balkans and Uganda, cooking and dance classes for Haitian male prostitutes, Palestinian media organizations, and circumcisions and vasectomies in Zambia.

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