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More of President Donald Trump’s tariffs go into effect as he continues to try to remake the world’s economic order.

Will it work?

Who is heading to the U.S. Senate in 2026? U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) or Attorney General Steve Marshall?

Can Alabama Republicans for elected officials to only appoint Republicans to government positions?

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