Congress

Sen. Britt leads bipartisan letter to CDC urging action on rise in youth sports gambling

A bipartisan group of senators urged the CDC to study the rapid rise of sports gambling among youth, noting limited research showed deeply troubling results.

January 16, 2026

Rep. Sewell calls on DHS to exempt health care workers from new H-1B visa fee

Lawmakers said the new visa fee posed a serious threat to the healthcare workforce, resulting in higher costs and longer wait times for patients.

January 16, 2026

Alabama’s GOP congressmen endorse “Reconciliation 2.0” package

The $1.6 trillion framework includes measures to cut health care costs, repeal the estate tax, and expand restrictions on federal funding for abortion providers.

Wesley Walter

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January 14, 2026

Alabama Congressional Delegation splits on fatal Minneapolis ICE shooting

The Alabama delegation split sharply along party lines after an immigration officer fatally shot a woman in Minneapolis, sparking protests across the state.

Wesley Walter

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January 9, 2026

Sens. Britt, Tuberville vote against advancing Venezuela war powers resolution

During interviews on conservative shows, Tuberville has repeatedly, boldly claimed that Venezuelan vote-tampering elected “a handful of congressmen and senators.”

Chance Phillips

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January 9, 2026

Rep. Sewell votes to pass domestic funding bills

Sewell helped secure $750,000 for public safety in Brighton and key federal funding for historic preservation in the appropriations bills.

January 9, 2026

Rep. Sewell celebrates House passage of ACA tax credit extension

Seventeen Republicans joined Democrats to pass legislation extending enhanced ACA premium tax credits, a major victory after months of fighting in the House.

January 9, 2026

Rep. Sewell reflects on Steny Hoyer’s mentorship, friendship and civil rights work

Rep. Terri Sewell called Steny Hoyer a powerful force for good whose leadership was instrumental in improving the lives of everyday Americans.

January 9, 2026

Senate poised to revisit stablecoin rules as GOP, banks clash over crypto rewards

Conservative activist says Democrats and major banks are undermining Trump’s crypto agenda.

January 8, 2026