Stan Cooke exits race for ALGOP chairmanship
Cooke cited family health issues and endorsed Representative Scott Stadthagen for ALGOP chairman.
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ALGOP chairman: Republicans are ready for a productive 2026 Legislative Session
Wahl said lawmakers have laid important groundwork, pre-filing several pieces of legislation ahead of the 2026 session.
January 13, 2026
Doug Jones’ candidacy sparks strong reactions ahead of governor’s race
Jones’ entry into the 2026 governor’s race drew immediate reactions, with opponents downplaying his chances and reaffirming support for Tommy Tuberville.
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See recent postsThe Alabama Republican Party is heading down a familiar path
As ALGOP officials ignore laws and rules, they're pushing the party down a very familiar pathway. One we've seen before.
Reynolds pushes rule change to let Wahl run for office, stay on as ALGOP chair
Shelby County GOP chair circulates petition to alter bylaws so ALGOP Chairman John Wahl can seek lieutenant governor seat without resigning from his leadership role.
In letter, ALGOP chairman says he’s considering Lt. Gov campaign
ALGOP Chairman John Wahl is considering a run for lieutenant governor. He'll have plenty of questions to answer if he makes the leap.
Wahl talks 2026 election cycle, calls for shift to closed primaries
Alabama GOP Chairman John Wahl called for closed primaries to secure ballots, ensuring only Republican voters decide the GOP nominee.
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See recent postsWhy is John Wahl using an alias on sworn state documents?
Alabama GOP Chair John Wahl signs official filings with an alias, not his legal name, Nehemiah Ezekiel Wahl — in a state that champions voter ID laws.
Librarians, supporters rail against new regime at Alabama Public Library Service
Librarians and citizens condemned APLS board actions and leadership as it defined "sexually explicit" and a member proposed further restrictions.
APLS chair asks Fairhope Library to review 35 “inappropriate” books
The library board meets April 21 and will consider Wahl's request to initiate a review of the books.