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Congressman Ruben Gallego will be in Anniston today campaigning for Mallory Hagan

Congressman Ruben Gallego, D-Arizona, will be in Anniston today, participating in a rally for Mallory Hagan, who is running as a Democrat for the Third Congressional District. The Rally for Mallory will be from 5:30 to 7:00 pm at Zinn Park, 101 W 14th St. in Anniston. Congressman Ruben Gallego is the son of Hispanic … Continued
July 27, 2018

Jones, Alexander introduce bill to delay Trump’s auto tariffs

Wednesday U.S. Senators Doug Jones (D-Alabama) and Lamar Alexander (R-Tennessee) introduced the Automotive Jobs Act of 2018. The bipartisan bill would delay President Donald J. Trump’s (R) recently proposed twenty five percent tariff on imported cars, trucks, and automobile parts. At President Trump’s direction, the U.S. Commerce Department initiated a Section 232 investigation in May … Continued
July 26, 2018

Debates? “No way Kay” says no way

Why does it matter whether current not-elected Republican Gov. Kay Ivey and elected Tuscaloosa Mayor and Democratic gubernatorial nominee Walt Maddox debate the issues before Alabama voters? What’s the big deal, anyway? Each candidate will simply say what they think we want to hear. And, really, what advantage can Ivey gain from a debate with … Continued
July 26, 2018

Merrill writes letter supporting the nomination of Judge Kavanaugh

Wednesday, Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill (R) wrote a letter adding his support for the confirmation of Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court. Kavanaugh was nominated by President Donald J. Trump (R) to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Justice Anthony Kennedy. “President Trump’s nomination of Judge Brett M. … Continued
July 25, 2018

Byrne to hold twelve town halls in coming weeks

Friday, July 20, 2018 Congressman Bradley Byrne, R-Montrose, announced that he will hold twelve town hall meetings during the August District Work Period. Byrne’s town halls are known as the “Better Off Now” Town Hall Tour. “Working with President Trump, we have held true to our promises to the American people,” Rep. Byrne said. “Two … Continued
July 24, 2018

Palmer: “Vladimir Putin is a bad man”

Tuesday Congressman Gary Palmer said, “I have no doubt that Putin’s Russian operatives tried to influence the outcome of the 2016 election.” “It does not take an expert on foreign policy to know that Vladimir Putin is a bad man,” Rep. Palmer said. “He is a ruthless and vindictive leader who is determined to restore … Continued
July 19, 2018

Lathan: ALGOP ready to come together as “one team” after runoffs

Tuesday, Alabama Republican Party Chairman Terry Lathan congratulated the candidates who won and said that now Alabama Republican will come together as one great team to keep America great. “Congratulations to our candidates who won their races in Tuesday’s runoff election,” Lathan said. “We are grateful to over one thousand of our Alabama Republican patriot … Continued
July 18, 2018

Roby thanks Trump, Pence for helping her defeat Bright

Congresswoman Martha Roby (R-Montgomery) won a resounding victory over former Congressman Bobby Bright. The two had faced off before in 2010 when the Republican Montgomery City Council woman Roby unseated the Democratic incumbent in Bright. Roby won the first contest in a hard fought general election. Eight years later, Bright had switched to the Republican … Continued
July 18, 2018

After Trump-Putin Summit, Byrne says Russia is an adversary

President Donald J. Trump (R) held his first summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Helsinki.  The two world leaders met alone for two hours and then held a news conference. President Trump has been widely criticized for his comments at the meeting; by analysts who thought he was not tough enough in his comments … Continued
July 17, 2018

Vice President Mike Pence endorses US Rep. Martha Roby

Friday, Vice President Mike Pence (R) endorsed U.S. Representative Martha Roby (R-Montgomery) in her campaign for re-election in Alabama’s Second Congressional District. Pence released a statement on social media: “President Trump and I support Martha Roby – a strong supporter of tax cuts & President Trump’s pro-growth, America First agenda!,” Vice-President Pence said. “Get out … Continued
July 16, 2018