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The White House and Senate reach deal on a stimulus

Early Wednesday morning, the White House and Senate leaders finally reached a deal on a massive stimulus package they are hoping can keep the American economy from falling into a deep recession due to the government-imposed economic shutdown to deal with the growing coronavirus threat. The final version of the Senate bill comes with a … Continued
March 25, 2020

Jones says of stimulus bill, “We are going to get this done”

U.S. Sen. Doug Jones, D-Alabama, said Monday, “We are going to get this done,” when talking about a stimulus bill that both parties agree is needed to avoid an economic meltdown from the shutdowns that have been ordered by authorities to slow the spread of the coronavirus. “We’ve made a lot of progress in the … Continued
March 24, 2020

Sewell introduces bill to help rural hospitals during coronavirus pandemic

U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell, D-Selma, joined with Tennessee Republican Rep. Phil Roe and Washington Democratic Rep. Kim Schrier to introduce bipartisan legislation to provide relief for rural medical hospitals and clinics during the COVID-19 crisis. Sponsors claim that the Immediate Relief for Rural Facilities and Providers Act is necessary relief for rural hospitals and medical … Continued
March 24, 2020

Alabama Republicans upset with Jones’ “no” vote on coronavirus stimulus bill

Alabama Republican leaders on Monday condemned U.S. Sen. Doug Jones’ procedural vote to prevent the coronavirus stimulus bill from coming to a vote. On Sunday, Democrats blocked action on the comprehensive stimulus package — the third of the legislative response to the coronavirus outbreak. The bill is still being negotiated and the vote was not … Continued
March 24, 2020

Sewell, Jones urge Ivey to extend unemployment benefits for workers impacted by COVID-19

U.S. Sen. Doug Jones, D-Alabama, and Congresswoman Terri Sewell, D-Selma, sent a letter urging Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey and her administration to extend unemployment benefits for Alabamians impacted by the spread of the novel coronavirus, which causes COVID-19. “As our state and nation responds to the COVID-19 pandemic by encouraging ‘social distancing,’ many workers in … Continued
March 20, 2020

Trump signs coronavirus response legislation supported by Shelby, Jones

The U.S. Senate passed H.R. 6201, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Wednesday. President Donald Trump promptly signed the bipartisan legislation. The legislative package unlocks billions of dollars in funding to combat the Coronavirus and provides further relief for families, businesses and industries negatively impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak. Both U.S. Senators, Richard Shelby and … Continued
March 19, 2020

Club for Growth endorses Tommy Tuberville for U.S. Senate

Monday, Club for Growth PAC announced their endorsement of former Auburn head football coach Tommy Tuberville for the Alabama Senate Republican primary runoff. Politico’s James Arkin published an exclusive report on the announcement. “Tommy Tuberville is a principled, free-market conservative who has the support of President Trump and has put together a great campaign to … Continued
March 18, 2020

Northeast Alabama Young Republicans endorse Tuberville for Senate

The Young Republicans of Northeast Alabama have announced that they have endorsed former Auburn head football coach Tommy Tuberville for the U.S. Senate. The club’s membership voted overwhelmingly to endorse Tuberville. “It is clear that young people want a U.S. Senator who will fight for the issues we care about,” said YRNEA Chairman Dylan Smith. … Continued
March 16, 2020

Sessions campaign attacks Tuberville as “Florida man”

Former Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ Senate campaign launched a new video called “Florida Man Game Show,” which attacks his opponent Tommy Tuberville as a Florida resident who has never done anything for President Donald Trump or the conservative movement. “It’s important that before March 31st, Alabama voters know the real Tommy Tuberville,” said Sessions’ campaign … Continued
March 10, 2020

ALGOP chair is “confident” after Super Tuesday

Tuesday, Alabama voters went to the polls to cast their ballots in the Super Tuesday Alabama Republican Primary. Alabama Republican Party Chairman Terry Lathan thanked the candidates for running and said that, “With President Trump leading our ticket, we feel confident we will win back the U.S. Senate seat.” “Today was an extra special day … Continued
March 4, 2020