Merrill meets with Trump to discuss election integrity
Merrill says Trump praised Alabama as a standard for other states.
Elections
ALFA announces another round of endorsements
The farmers federation is supporting senators Randy Price and Jack Williams and representatives Wes Kitchens and Randall Shedd.
December 3, 2021
Tuberville, Graham attend Katie Britt fundraiser
Republican senators with close Trump ties moving towards Kate Britt, away from Mo Brooks.
Katie Exum announces GOP candidacy for House District 40
Exum owns an outdoor recreational magazine for the state of Alabama called “Alabama Trails Magazine.”
December 2, 2021
Tim James expected to announce decision on run for governor
Several veteran politicos have questioned the decision while some in the Republican Party base have quietly encouraged him.
Pro-Brooks super PAC goes negative
Brooks, a career politician running as an anti-swamp candidate, is pairing with one of the most prominent Washington super PACs.
Forestry Association endorses Greg Reed for Senate District 5
Reed will seek the Republican nomination for Senate District 5 in the primary election on May 24, 2022.
November 24, 2021
Blanchard doesn’t shy away from governor’s race rumors, Trump endorsement
The Wall Street Journal reported that Trump discussed endorsing Blanchard in a race against Gov. Kay Ivey.
Alabama Democrats announce qualifying period
For the first time, Democratic candidates can complete qualification process online.
Britt allows campaign contributions in cryptocurrency
In 2014, the Federal Elections Commission allowed political campaigns to begin accepting Bitcoin as campaign contributions.