Sewell votes to override Trump veto
"I voted with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to override the president’s reckless veto," Sewell said.
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House expected to override Trump’s defense spending bill veto
The $740 billion legislation authorizes funding for national defense priorities including funding for the nation’s military.
Trump signs COVID relief, omnibus spending bill
Trump’s signing of the $1.4 trillion omnibus spending bill means that there will not be a government shutdown.
Shutdown nears as Trump resists signing spending, COVID relief bill
Congress will meet on Monday to try to avoid a pending government shutdown.
House Republicans block motion to increase direct payments to $2,000
Democrats pushed for larger checks all along. Most Republicans argued against it.
Trumps wish a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all Americans
"We are battling a global pandemic that has affected all of us. We have been inspired by the kindness and courage of citizens across this country."
Sewell voted for bipartisan COVID relief, government funding package
"This bill is far from perfect, but Alabamians cannot wait any longer for relief," the congresswoman said.
National Grange praises Congress for broadband funding
"Congress has recognized the plight of rural Americans and the digital divide that separates them from the rest of the country."
Mobile Airport Authority praises funding package, COVID aid bill
The bill sets aside about $45 billion in transportation aid, including $16 billion for airlines and $2 billion for airports.
Trump wants larger direct payments in relief package
The president called on Congress to increase payments from $600 to $2,000. Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she's on board.