Alabama

Alabama politicos praise President Trump

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Friday, January 20, 2017 Donald J. Trump was officially sworn in as the 45th President of the United States. Most of Alabama’s congressional delegation congratulated the new President. U.S. Representative Mo Brooks (R from Huntsville) said, “Congratulations to Donald J. Trump, the 45th President of the United States! … Continued

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January 23, 2017

Unpacking Black Districts May have Little Effect on Legislature

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Friday, January 20, 2017 a three judge federal court panel ruled that the state of Alabama violated the U.S. Constitution when it drew three Alabama Senate Districts and nine House Districts following the 2010 census and are barred by the court from using those districts as presently drawn in … Continued

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January 23, 2017

Thomas White has Died

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Friday, January 20, 2017 Alabama Governor Robert Bentley (R) released a statement on the death of State Comptroller Thomas L. White, Jr. Gov. Bentley said. “I am saddened to learn of the death of State Comptroller Thomas L. White, Jr. Just a few days ago, I spoke with his … Continued

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January 23, 2017

Breaking: Eleventh Circuit rules 12 Alabama State Districts must be redrawn 

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter Today, the State of Alabama was notified by the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. They found that 12 State Senate and House Districts will need to be redrawn before the 2018 General Elections while House seats will not. A three-judge panel ruled in favor of Alabama Black … Continued

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January 20, 2017

Bentley Will Attend Trump Inauguration

By Brandon Moseley Friday, January 20, 2016 Alabama Governor Robert Bentley (R) is attending the inaugural ceremonies for President-elect Donald J. Trump (R). Gov. Bentley said in a statement: “I am honored and excited for the opportunity to attend the historic inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States. As the … Continued

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January 20, 2017

Trump Appoints Sonny Perdue as Secretary of Agriculture

By Brandon Moseley Thursday, January 19, 2017 President-elect Donald J. Trump (R) nominated former Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue (R) to be the next U.S. Secretary of Agriculture U.S. Representative Martha Roby (R from Montgomery) applauded President-elect Donald Trump’s selection saying that Perdue is an experienced leader who is very familiar with and dedicated to the … Continued

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January 20, 2017

Robert E. Lee Event on Saturday

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter The Alabama Sons of Confederate Veterans are honoring the life of General Robert E. Lee on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at the State Archives building in Montgomery. The group announced in a statement, “Come Celebrate ROBERT E. LEE DAY January 21st at the Archives auditorium we will celebrate Robert … Continued

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January 20, 2017

Bentley announces block grant to reduce crime in Dallas County

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, January 18, 2017, Alabama Governor Robert Bentley on Wednesday awarded a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) to the Dallas County Commission. The $300,000 grant will assist the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office in reducing violent crime. Gov. Bentley said in a statement, “We try to help local law … Continued

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January 19, 2017

Sewell snubs Trump inauguration

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Wednesday, January 28, 2017, US Representative Terri Sewell (D from Selma) announced that she would join fellow Democrats boycotting the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump (D) on Friday, January 20. Congresswoman Sewell said, “Prayerfully, I have decided NOT to attend the inauguration. While I stand with my … Continued

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January 19, 2017