Federal Court

Plaintiffs seek emergency hearing over Alabama special session in redistricting case

The request followed Governor Kay Ivey’s special-session call, raising fresh questions about Alabama’s compliance with a court-drawn congressional map.

Bill Britt

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May 5, 2026

Federal judge approves new state Senate map

The new map will correct racial gerrymandering that deprived Black voters in Montgomery their full voting power.

Josh Moon

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November 19, 2025

Federal judge: Montgomery state Senate district violates Voting Rights Act

A federal judge found the state Senate map diluted the voting power of Black Alabamians, requiring a redrawn Montgomery-area district.

Alex Jobin

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August 25, 2025

White House announces intent to nominate Alabamians to U.S. district courts

President Donald Trump announced his intent to nominate a slate of judicial nominees to Alabama federal district courts.

August 13, 2025

Plaintiffs seek preliminary injunction in Prattville Library suit

Plaintiffs are hoping to have their request for preliminary injunction fully briefed within two months.

Jacob Holmes

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August 8, 2024

State to pay $3M in plaintiffs’ attorney fees in Congressional redistricting suit

The expense is added to an already hefty bill for the suit, with the state paying outside counsel to assist.

Jacob Holmes

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August 6, 2024

Federal judge strikes down New Hampshire “divisive concepts” law

The language is similar to Alabama's language prohibiting divisive concepts.

Jacob Holmes

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June 3, 2024

Judge threatens to jail lawyers challenging state’s law banning gender-affirming care

The attorneys say the order is an abuse of judicial power.

Jacob Holmes

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May 22, 2024

Federal court to hear arguments over state’s proposed congressional voting maps

The three-judge panel will hear objections from a variety of parties who are unhappy with the three proposed maps.

Josh Moon

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October 3, 2023