campaign finance

Elections

How a Republican newcomer beat a three-term Democrat

Data suggests a disparity between Republican and Democrat turnout combined with straight-ticket voting to lift Rick Rehm to victory.

November 14, 2022

Ivey refunds $100,000 donation

The donation originated from a Greene County electronic bingo casino.

November 7, 2022

Britt raises $1.36M in third quarter, emphasizes grassroots support

The average contribution to Britt was just over $98, but that's primarily due to donors making numerous contributions.

October 18, 2022

Brooks calls Trump fundraising a “scam”

Brooks cited a Yahoo finance report that shows Trump's fundraising efforts cost 91 percent of the revenue they brought in.

October 18, 2022

With big lead, Orr still raising money in District 3 Senate race

Libertarian challenger Rick Chandler criticized Alabama's lack of limitations on campaign contributions.

October 17, 2022

Democratic state Senate candidate yet to file campaign finance paperwork

Secretary of State John Merrill attempted to make a failure to file such paperwork grounds to remove a candidate from ballot access.

August 11, 2022

Candidates will not be able to fundraise during the special session

Campaigns will not be allowed to accept campaign contributions during the blackout period.

September 23, 2021

Greg Cook takes early fundraising lead in race for Alabama Supreme Court

Greg Cook has raised $316,970 to date and has $257,347 cash on hand in his race for Alabama Supreme Court.

September 8, 2021

Birmingham mayoral candidate accused of violating election laws

An ethics complaint alleges Scales and her campaign failed to clearly display on yard signs and advertisements the entity that paid for those materials.

August 11, 2021

Ainsworth raises close to $1 million in June

Ainsworth declined to run against Gov. Kay Ivey, and instead announced he's seeking a second term as lieutenant governor.

July 5, 2021