Congress

RFK Jr., Terri Sewell clash over Black youth remarks

Sewell confronted Kennedy with video-backed remarks about Black youth and “wellness farms,” as he repeatedly denied using the term “reparented.”

Wesley Walter

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April 17, 2026

Sen. Britt’s Stop the Scroll Act passes through Senate committee

The bipartisan measure cleared committee Tuesday, seeking warning labels and mental health resources for minors before they use social media platforms.

April 15, 2026

Rep. Aderholt announces winners of 2026 art competition

A West Point High School student earned a full Wallace State scholarship, and her artwork will hang in the U.S. Capitol for a year.

April 15, 2026

Sen. Katie Britt backs bill to close child exploitation loophole

The bipartisan measure seeks to overturn a court ruling and ensure any sexually explicit content that intentionally includes minors is illegal.

Wesley Walter

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April 14, 2026

Rep. Sewell announces winner of Alabama’s 7th District art competition

Ninth grader Eden Smith won Alabama’s 7th District art competition, earning a yearlong display of her work in the U.S. Capitol.

April 14, 2026

Sen. Britt touts increased funding for Mobile Bay dredging projects

The boost for Mobile Bay dredging also raised hopes for cleaner sediment disposal, balancing port growth with pressure to protect the ecosystem.

Alex Jobin

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April 13, 2026

Rep. Aderholt announces USDA rural development grants for 4th District

Federal funds were awarded to Marion and DeKalb counties to upgrade equipment for first responders and a college nursing program.

April 8, 2026

Rep. Sewell to visit Montgomery for meetings with state officials

The Alabama congresswoman will discuss the impact of more than $8 billion in federal funds and brief legislators on recent congressional developments.

April 7, 2026

No, Shomari Figures was not embarrassed at a town hall

A rightwing X account tried to embarrass Alabama's U.S. Representative Shomari Figures. It failed.

Josh Moon

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April 3, 2026