DOGE

The government cuts that might kill us

It's popular to say government is terrible. The fact is most government is good, and gutting it could be the death of us.

June 5, 2025

Sweetser slams Trump admin’s compilation of Americans’ data

"Our freedom is in danger," Sweetser warned, as he slammed the Trump administration's plan to create a master database of all U.S. citizens' data.

June 2, 2025

NWS cuts could affect storm-readiness in Alabama and across the country

Lawmakers and experts warn that Trump administration cuts to NOAA and NWS threaten severe weather forecasting capacity amid an active tornado season.

May 22, 2025

Sewell talks federal funding cuts at Lowndes County town hall

“Trump has made it clear in his agenda that billionaires like Elon Musk are rewarded and Alabama communities like the one here Fort Deposit foot the bill,” Sewell said.

April 24, 2025

Alabama schools to lose access to local produce as Trump administration cuts USDA programs

More than 40 states, including Alabama, were signed on to participate in the program.

March 14, 2025

Historic Montgomery Bus Station, Freedom Riders Museum part of DOGE-ordered sell-off

The building housing the historic Freedom Riders Museum appears to be part of a DOGE-ordered sell-off of federal properties.

March 6, 2025

DOGE cuts to Birmingham Social Security office raise alarms among Democrats and the public

The move, one of countless cuts being made by Musk and DOGE since President Donald Trump's return to office, has elicited outrage from Democrats.

February 28, 2025

Figures asks VA secretary for answers on DOGE cuts, potential VA issues

DOGE cuts at VA facilities could be affecting veterans' health care, and Alabama Rep. Shomari Figures wants answers.

February 28, 2025

Rep. Sewell pushes back on DOGE actions, warns that voters are very unhappy

Sewell questioned Musk's authority to make broad cuts, particularly to personnel, and said her phones are ringing off the hook with angry voters.

February 26, 2025

The government waste has been found

Musk and his DOGE team have uncovered very little actual fraud. The wastes of space are occupying offices in the Capitol.

February 24, 2025