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Katie Britt Alabama News
Britt anticipating final passage of Laken Riley Act on Monday after Trump sworn in

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) eagerly anticipates the final passage of the Laken Riley Act in the Senate on Monday, shortly after President Donald Trump is sworn into office.

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2026 state elections shaping up early as 'musical chairs'

Potential candidates are exploring runs for Alabama's seven statewide constitutional offices in the 2026 elections.

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U.S. Rep. Moore and family’s long day planned for Inauguration Day

Inauguration Day will be a long day for Alabama congress member Barry Moore and family. They were on the original Alabama Trump Team in 2015.

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Barry Moore adds two district offices in Baldwin County

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) now has three new counties to serve. He added two new constituent services offices in Baldwin County.

Katie Britt Alabama News
Britt pushes to remove legal deference for government agencies — 'No reason for unelected bureaucrats to wield near-absolute power'

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) recently reintroduced the Separation of Powers Restoration Act, which would end what Britt and other lawmakers believe is an unconstitutional practice of giving unelected government agencies deference in court.

State Rep. Juandalynn Givan on the "Gary Richardson Morning Show, 1/15/2025 Alabama News
'Maybe you don’t need to be in politics' — State Rep. Juandalynn Givan slams Woodfin's Birmingham in response to mudslinging accusations

State Rep. Juandalynn Givan (D-Birmingham) took aim at those accusing her of mudslinging in the race to replace Birmingham’s Mayor Randall Woodfin, arguing that she was focused on “facts.”

Shomari Alabama News
Shomari Figures named to House Infrastructure Committee; Will he seek funds for I-10 bridge project?

New congressman Shomari Figures could seek funds for I-10 bridge project after being named to House Infrastructure Committee.

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Watch: Tuberville questions Sec. Def. nominee Hegseth over purging DEI from military, increasing recruiting

On Tuesday, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, sat for a Senate confirmation hearing, during which he was criticized and questioned about his military record and fitness for the position.

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State Sen. Weaver scores seat in Club for Growth Foundation’s 2025 fellowship class — 'Failed liberal policies of the past are being abandoned across the country'

State Sen. April Weaver (R - Brierfield) announced on Tuesday that she has been selected as a member of the Club for Growth Foundation’s 2025 Fellowship class, allowing her and others to learn and implement limited government policies.

Katie Britt Alabama News
Britt expecting '60% or more' support for Laken Riley Act in Senate — 'Americans are sick of excuses, and they're ready for action'

As the U.S. Senate prepares to debate the Laken Riely Act this week, U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Auburn) remains confident the bill will gain enough bipartisan support to pass, given the political mandate shown by the popular election of Donald Trump last November.

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Opelika pastor Dean Odle announces candidacy for lieutenant governor

Opelika pastor Dean Odle has announced his candidacy for lieutenant governor in the May 2026 Republican primary. He is the first candidate to formally announce for the state’s number two post.

Roulette Alabama News
1819 News editor-in-chief Jeff Poor: Gambling push likely early in 2025 session — 'It gets very complicated'

If state legislators want to make another attempt at comprehensive gambling, 2025 may be their last chance for the foreseeable future.

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Tuberville, Britt push for nationwide concealed carry reciprocity – ‘The constant malignment of Americans exercising a constitutional right has to end’

U.S. Sens. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) and Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) recently backed legislation once again that would allow nationwide concealed carry reciprocity in states that have laws on the books allowing for carrying concealed weapons.

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Former GOP candidate for governor Dean Odle sets 'special announcement' for January 11

Pastor Dean Odle sets "special announcement" for Jan. 11 in Montgomery.

Terri Sewell Alabama News
Terri Sewell attempts bipartisan effort by polling constituents in newly drawn district

With redistricting and new congressional maps chosen by a court, Alabama created a second minority-majority district, nearly ensuring a second Democratic seat in the state. But all of the districts saw some changes. U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (D-Birmingham) picked up parts of the more conservative District 7, currently held by U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover).

Border fence Alabama News
Eagle Forum to meet in West Mobile on Tuesday to discuss human trafficking, border security

Public meeting Tuesday, Jan. 7 on border security and human trafficking. 6 p.m. at Hill Spring Baptist Church in west Mobile. Eagle Forum

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Trump calls for 'one powerful' spending bill; Tuberville first senator to support combining tax reform, border security

President-elect Donald Trump is pushing for a major spending package to be one of the first bills to hit his desk when he takes office in 14 days.

Triciastrange Alabama News
Tricia Strange retiring as Mobile County GOP chairwoman; New officers to be elected Monday

A new chair of the Mobile County GOP will be elected Monday. Tricia Strange, four-year chair, is retiring.

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1819 News' Dawson: Expect populist takeover of state GOP

A populist movement has gained momentum on the national stage under President-elect Donald Trump, and its effects may soon trickle down to state politics, according to 1819 News CEO Bryan Dawson.

Panamacanal Alabama News
Alabama U.S. Senator led opposition to giveaway of Panama Canal in 1978

History repeats itself, and so does Alabama leadership in the U.S. Senate. Sen. Jim Allen led opposition to 1978 treaty giving away Panama Canal. Now, Sen. Tommy Tuberville leads in reclaiming Canal.

Marshall Alabama News
AG Marshall confirms decision to forgo 2026 gubernatorial bid

On Tuesday, multiple media outlets confirmed Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall will not seek the governor's office in 2026.

Katie Britt Alabama News
Report: U.S. Sen. Katie Britt ‘becoming one of the most powerful senators in the Trump Era’

Citing politicos and leaders on Capitol Hill, the non-profit news organization NOTUS recently hailed Alabama’s junior Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) as “a young rising star of the Republican Party” slated to act as a key advisor to President-elect Donald Trump in his upcoming administration.

Tuberville Alabama News
Left-wing triggered by Tuberville claim Trump brought Christmas back in America

Like many politicians, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) wished his constituents and supporters a very Merry Christmas on Wednesday, but his short Christmas Eve message praising Donald Trump attracted the most attention from angry left-wingers.

Tommy Tuberville, Jerry Carl meet with Panama’s Minister of Public Security Juan Pino and his senior leadership team. Alabama News
Trump follows Tuberville's lead on Panama Canal concerns; Calls for U.S. to retake control

President-elect Donald Trump made waves over the weekend when he threatened to take back over control of the Panama Canal.

John Wahl Alabama News
ALGOP chairman Wahl stresses fight to save America continues with Trump victory — 'Will we deliver in Washington, DC?'

In his Thursday speech to the Republican Women of Geneva County, Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl reviewed November’s election results, explained what Trump’s victory means for Alabama, and warned against the Marxist agenda targeting children.

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Tuberville, Britt back RFK Jr. after dual meetings — ‘I look forward to his confirmation’

U.S. Sens. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) and Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) both announced that they would support the confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. after President-elect Donald Trump selected him to head the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Reed ingram Alabama News
State Rep. Ingram says Montgomery needs to enforce new roadside law after pedestrian killed Tuesday night

A pedestrian was hit by a car and killed Tuesday in Montgomery. State Rep. Reed Ingram (R-Pike Road) says Montgomery should enforce a new law he passed on roadside loitering.

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