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Obama passes the torch to Trump today

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Friday, January 20, New York billionaire and reality TV star Donald J Trump (R) will be sworn in as President of the United States. The controversial and divisive administration of President Barack H. Obama (D) has come to an end. Inauguration events begin as early as 8:00 am. The … Continued
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January 20, 2017

Sessions As Trump’s Vice Presidential Pick?

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter US Senator Jeff Sessions (R-Alabama) has been making the talk show circuit defending Donald Trump. Sen. Sessions was the first member of the Senate to endorse Trump and he made waves last year when he appeared with Trump at a Mobile rally attended by an estimated 30,000 people. Sessions’ … Continued
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May 23, 2016

Frankowski: Possiblity Pryor Appointment to USSC by Trump is Exciting for Alabamians

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Thursday, May 18, prominent conservative activists and Trump for President supporter, Deanna Frankowski said that she is excited by the announcement that former Alabama Attorney General Bill Pryor could be Donald Trump’s selection for the United States Supreme Court. Deanna Frankowski told the Alabama Political Reporter, “The selection … Continued
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May 20, 2016

Bill Pryor is on Trump’s Short List for Supreme Court Vacancy

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday May 18, Presumed Republican Presidential nominee Donald J. Trump released has list of people he would consider as potential replacements for Justice Scalia at the United States Supreme Court. Prominent on that list was former Alabama Attorney General Bill Pryor (R), now a federal appeals judge. Mr. Trump … Continued
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May 19, 2016

Questions Arise on No-Bid Software Contract

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—The revelation that a no-bid software contract approved by Finance Director Bill Newton led to a meltdown in the State’s ability to pay its bills in a timely fashion has raised questions about how the contract was awarded. Not only are thousands of vendors not being paid, but State … Continued
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December 10, 2015

New Consulting Firm Opens in Montgomery

  By Susan Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Suzanne Webb and Sharon Wheeler have formed a new consulting firm in Montgomery. W2 Strategies, LLC, will specialize in political and media consulting. Together, the team has over 50 years experience in government and campaigns, public and corporate affairs, including business and law.  Their backgrounds include, state and … Continued
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August 25, 2015

Republicans Codify Right to Use Campaign Funds for Legal Defense

  By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Legislation passed during 2015 Session codifies the use of campaign funds for legal defense under SB241.  As part of an ongoing effort to tighten rules under the Fair Campaign Practice Act led by Sen Arthur Orr (R-Decatur), a controversial Attorney General’s opinion from 2000, now makes it legal … Continued
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July 17, 2015

Using Campaign Donations For Legal Defense: Back Story

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—The Attorney General’s opinion that has led to public officials using campaign donations to pay criminal defense legal fees, began with the indictment of Jefferson County Sheriff Jimmy Woodward in August of 1999. According to the Attorney General’s Office, “Often state law can be confusing; therefore, public officials may … Continued
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February 13, 2015
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Is Hubbard Breaking The Law With Criminal Defense Payments?

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY — Over the last year, Hubbard has used around $300,000 in campaign contributions from his personal account to pay his criminal defense team. Hubbard has never publicly addressed this issue, however, several news outlets around the State have noted that he was using the funds in accordance with … Continued
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February 10, 2015

Did Hubbard Use Campaign Donations to Post Bail?

By Bill BrittAlabama Political Reporter  MONTGOMERY—According to the latest FPCA reports, Speaker of the House Mike Hubbard, R-Auburn, paid his company Auburn Network $131, 281.00, on the very day he was arrested by the State on 23 counts of public corruption.  According to Hubbard’s indictment, Lee County Circuit Judge Jacob Walker established a bond schedule … Continued
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October 29, 2014