National Sen. Britt calls for Alabama native’s return as Trump admin weighs prisoner swap Sen. Katie Britt recently supported a prisoner exchange to free Alabama native David Barnes, who was arrested by Russian officials in 2022. Alex Jobin / November 19, 2025
Deal to end federal government shutdown moves through Senate Alabama’s senators praised the deal while Congresswoman Terri Sewell called the agreement “an empty promise from the Republicans.” Chance Phillips / November 11, 2025
Sen. Britt joins new Stewardship Caucus to protect public lands, promote conservation Britt helped launch the Senate Stewardship Caucus, aiming to protect public lands and support economic growth in rural communities. Alex Jobin / October 31, 2025
Sidwell joins growing Republican field for 1st Congressional District Former Air Force Major Austin Sidwell joins Jerry Carl and Rhett Marques in the 2026 Republican race for Alabama’s 1st District. Mary Claire Wooten / October 30, 2025
Alabama Solicitor General Edmund LaCour secures federal judge role The U.S. Senate confirmed Edmund LaCour Jr.'s nomination, elevating the former Alabama solicitor general to a federal judgeship. Wesley Walter / October 30, 2025
Sen. Britt joins Senate colleagues on bill to protect minors from AI chatbots Senators introduced new legislation requiring age verification for AI chatbots after hearing heartbreaking stories from parents. Alex Jobin / October 30, 2025
US Senate confirms Bill Lewis to serve as Alabama federal judge The Senate voted 58-40 to confirm Justice Bill Lewis, making him the first Black Republican justice in state history. Alex Jobin / October 29, 2025
Britt, Tuberville sign bill requiring increased vetting of unaccompanied migrant children The Kayla Hamilton Act, introduced by Sen. John Cornyn, places new requirements on federal agencies for vetting unaccompanied migrant children and sponsors. Alex Jobin / October 28, 2025
Faith leaders protest outside Sen. Britt’s office, demand Big Beautiful Bill reversal Clergy and community leaders peacefully demonstrated, demanding an end to cuts to healthcare, food assistance and other social safety net programs. Alex Jobin / October 21, 2025
Alabama’s Congressional delegation praises announced Gaza peace plan deal Sen. Katie Britt called the deal “an incredible first step to end this conflict” and dubbed Trump “the President of Peace.” Chance Phillips / October 9, 2025