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Sessions vote delayed

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, January 24, 2017, the Senate Judiciary Committee postponed voting on US Senator Jeff Sessions’ (R-Alabama) confirmation for US Attorney General after US Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-California) invoked a Judiciary Committee rule allowing any member to delay a vote for a week. The vote is expected to occur on … Continued
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January 25, 2017

Bentley cabinet member paid by University of Alabama

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter Most would assume that each of the 22 individuals serving as cabinet members in Gov. Robert Bentley’s administration is being paid by the department they oversee, but such a conclusion would be wrong in the case of Acting Secretary of Information Technology Dr. Joanne Hale. As a former professor … Continued
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January 24, 2017

Governor suggests investigation into information leaked to APR

By Chip Brownlee Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Gov. Robert Bentley on Monday suggested retaliation for leaks to The Alabama Political Reporter about an ongoing Ethics Commission investigation surrounding his relationship with Rebekah Mason, one of his former top political advisers. Bentley, speaking to reporters in Montgomery at the winter meeting of the Alabama Sheriff’s Association, said that the … Continued
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January 24, 2017

Bentley says Trump inauguration speech uplifting

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Friday, January 20, 2017 Alabama Governor Robert Bentley (R) attended the inauguration of New York City billionaire businessman and reality TV star Donald Trump (R) as the 45th President of the United States. Gov. Bentley praised the President’s inaugural address. Gov. Bentley said, “President Trump’s speech was optimistic, uplifting … Continued
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January 23, 2017

SACS wants Bentley removed from all college boards

By Josh Moon Alabama Political Reporter The agency responsible for accrediting all of Alabama’s two- and four-year colleges and universities is asking the state legislature to remove Gov. Robert Bentley from all state college boards because of a conflict-of-interest issue, according to a letter from the agency obtained the Alabama Political Reporter. The Southern Association … Continued
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January 23, 2017

Thomas White has Died

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Friday, January 20, 2017 Alabama Governor Robert Bentley (R) released a statement on the death of State Comptroller Thomas L. White, Jr. Gov. Bentley said. “I am saddened to learn of the death of State Comptroller Thomas L. White, Jr. Just a few days ago, I spoke with his … Continued
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January 23, 2017

Alabamians wonder what happens after Obamacare is repealed

Chip Brownlee Alabama Political Reporter OPELIKA — In Opelika, Alabama, there is a small office, tucked away on the second floor of a law practice along the small town’s main street. There’s no sign on the front door indicating its placement, and most wouldn’t know it’s there. The office belongs to Hannah Duncan, a recent graduate of … Continued
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January 20, 2017

Bentley Will Attend Trump Inauguration

By Brandon Moseley Friday, January 20, 2016 Alabama Governor Robert Bentley (R) is attending the inaugural ceremonies for President-elect Donald J. Trump (R). Gov. Bentley said in a statement: “I am honored and excited for the opportunity to attend the historic inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States. As the … Continued
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January 20, 2017