Christian Coalition of Alabama adds Perry Hooper Jr. to board
Hooper faced credible allegations of sexual abuse in 2022 when he reportedly groped a hostess at a Montgomery restaurant.
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See recent postsThe ALGOP battle to do nothing for you
ALGOP has gerrymandered itself into a mess, and its a mess that isn't working for Alabama.
Bill to close primaries dies without vote
A top GOP priority collapsed on the session’s final day, leaving Alabama’s open primaries intact despite pressure from party leaders.
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See recent postsCracks emerge beneath Alabama Republicans’ unity
Republicans still control every lever of state government in Alabama. The question is whether they can continue governing together.
Rep. Scott Stadthagen wins Alabama GOP chair after runoff vote
The former House majority leader defeated John Merrill at Saturday's winter meeting to lead Alabama Republicans into the 2026 election cycle.
Alabama House Republicans back Speaker Ledbetter ahead of winter meeting
All 75 caucus members signed a letter supporting House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter ahead of this weekend's Alabama Republican Party winter meeting.
March 6, 2026
Stan Cooke exits race for ALGOP chairmanship
Cooke cited family health issues and endorsed Representative Scott Stadthagen for ALGOP chairman.
Alabama Democratic Party appoints William Bell as interim Jefferson Co. chair
State party leaders named former Birmingham Mayor William Bell to the post after a committee invalidated a disputed special election.
February 19, 2026
Stadthagen steps down as majority leader after caucus tensions
Representative Scott Stadthagen resigned his leadership post Wednesday to seek the state party chairmanship following internal friction over a leaked recording.
Stan Cooke announces candidacy for chairman of the Alabama Republican Party
Stan Cooke announced his candidacy for Alabama Republican Party chairman Friday, vowing to unify the organization and advance an "America First" agenda.
February 16, 2026