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SPLC warns election fraud claims may solidify as “key belief” of the far right

President Trump’s rhetoric is inspiring white supremacist and far-right extremists to violence, the SPLC says.

December 15, 2020

Supreme Court of the United States building in Washington

Supreme Court rejects Texas lawsuit challenging election results

The state of Alabama was one of 18 states that joined Texas in its bid to have the Supreme Court overturn Biden’s victory.

December 13, 2020

Shelby applauds Senate passage of defense funding

The conference report passed the Senate by a vote of 84 to 13. It authorizes a total of $740.5 billion for national defense priorities.

December 11, 2020

Governor meets virtually with President-elect Biden, Vice President-elect Harris

Five Democratic governors and five Republican governors attended the virtual meeting.

November 20, 2020

Alabama Democratic leaders say Biden, Harris win is a win for the nation

Democratic leaders in the state called for unity — and for a peaceful transfer of power.

November 9, 2020

Poll watchers in Alabama report massive turnout, long waits and machine shortages

One observer spoke to multiple people in long lines who vowed that they are ready to wait all night if they have to.

November 3, 2020

SPLC: Millions still have their mail-in ballots, should return them in person

Nearly 100 million Americans have already voted by mail or by early in-person voting. There were 138 million total votes cast in the 2016 election.

November 3, 2020

Etowah County Republicans rally for Trump

Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, the special guest at the rally, is set to deliver remarks.

October 31, 2020

Aderholt fully supports Barrett’s confirmation process

Confirmation hearings began last week and a vote on her confirmation is expected in the next week just days before the general election.

October 20, 2020

Republicans praise President Trump’s SCOTUS nomination

“The confirmation process is already proving to be another brutal fight, but I am certain that this is the job for a strong, conservative woman,” Ivey said.

September 27, 2020