Alabama Democrats vote against resolution honoring life of Charlie Kirk
Alabama's two Democratic members of Congress cast their votes against a resolution honoring the late conservative influencer Charlie Kirk.
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Rep. Sewell votes against “partisan” Republican spending bill
Sewell opposed the Republican spending bill, criticizing its impact on healthcare, veterans' benefits and education.
September 22, 2025
Sen. Britt discusses dangers of AI chatbots in Senate Judiciary Subcommittee
Britt warned AI chatbots endanger youth with mental health risks and false connections, calling for congressional and state action.
Rep. Sewell congratulates Selma teacher being named National Civics Teacher of the Year
Veronica Pitts was recognized for her dedication to students and her work building the next generation of civic leaders, activists and change agents.
September 19, 2025
Rep. Sewell’s cancer screening bill advances unanimously in House committee
Her legislation to ensure seniors' access to cutting-edge cancer screenings cleared a key hurdle.
September 18, 2025
Healthcare coalition calls on Congress to defend “critical” insurance subsidies
An Alabama medical advocacy coalition raised the alarm regarding potential Affordable Care Act premium increases, citing concerns for nearly half a million Alabamians.
Rep. Sewell welcomes cancer advocates to Washington, urges passage of HR842
Sewell welcomed cancer advocates, highlighting legislation to ensure access to cutting-edge early detection screenings for seniors.
September 17, 2025
RFK Jr.’s rhetoric, vaccines are safe and effective, CDC scientists are public servants
UAB professor Dr. Michael Saag broke down the vaccine approval process and explained why our vaccines are so safe and effective.
Judge, DA both recuse themselves from Fayette County sex offender case
The decision to approve house arrest for Timothy Vess Benton was affected by Leigh Gwathney leaving Alabama’s parole board, Judge Junkin wrote.
Advocacy groups decry LGBTQ+ rights lawyer’s false testimony indictment
A lawyer for Lambda Legal was indicted after being accused of making a false statement during a 2022 judicial panel investigating “judge-shopping.”