Pence addresses Faith and Freedom conference in Atlanta
“I am here for one and only reason: Georgia and American need four more years of President Donald J. Trump in the White House,” Pence said.
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Byrne announces 2020 Service Academy appointments
Congressman Bradley Byrne, R-Alabama, released the following statement announcing his 2020 service academy appointments. As a member of Congress, Byrne can nominate students from the 1st Congressional District for appointment to the United States Air Force, Naval, Military (West Point), and Merchant Marine Academies. Byrne said: “I am pleased to congratulate these remarkable young men … Continued
July 29, 2020
Barry Moore is optimistic Trump will calm the riots
Monday, Second Congressional candidate former State Representative Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) responded to President Donald J. Trump’s (R) strong statement invoking the 1807 Insurrection Act and mobilizing of federal military forces for possible use against the rioters that have struck dozens of cities over the last several days, including Birmingham on Sunday night. “The President is … Continued
Sessions slams Tuberville for saying China has “a better military” than the U.S.
“On the day after Memorial Day, Tommy Tuberville is exalting the Chinese Communist Party’s military over our own,” GOP Senate candidate Jeff Sessions said in a statement. This was in reaction to Tommy Tuberville’s Tuesday comments on the Jeff Poor Radio Show when he said China has a “better military” than the United States. “We’ve … Continued
House passes bill allowing veterans, active-duty military to get free pistol permits
The Alabama House of Representatives passed legislation Tuesday that would allow active-duty military and veterans who received an honorable discharge to pay nothing when they apply for a concealed carry permit House Bill 208 is sponsored by State Representative David Standridge, R-Hayden. Under existing Alabama law, it is a misdemeanor to carry a handgun concealed … Continued
Brooks says Americans safer with Gen. Soleimani dead
Tuesday, Congressman Mo Brooks, R-Huntsville, accused Democrats of fear mongering after President Donald J. Trump ordered the U.S. military to assassinate powerful Iranian General Qasem Soleimani. Brooks says that Americans are safer with Soleimani dead. “Socialist Democrats and their Fake News media allies would have you believe World War III is imminent and President Trump … Continued
Barry Moore defends Trump for assassination of Iranian general
Friday, congressional candidate former State Representative Barry Moore, R-Enterprise, declared in a statement his support for President Donald J. Trump’s (R) ordering of a drone strike that killed Iranian General Qassim Soleimani and other military officials at the Baghdad International Airport. Moore praised Pres. Trump for taking, “decisive action.” “I come from a long line … Continued
Alabama leaders share Christmas wishes
Today is Christmas day. A number of Alabama leaders have expressed Christmas messages to the people of the state, asking us to reflect on the reason for today’s celebrations. “As we gather with family and friends this year to celebrate, I pray that we do not forget the reason behind this special holiday: the birth … Continued
Bipartisan NDAA passes the House
Wednesday, the House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) conference report on a bipartisan 377 to 48 vote. Alabama Congress members Bradley Byrne, Terri Sewell, Mike Rogers, and Mo Brooks all supported the final version of the NDAA and released statements on passage of the legislation. “This bipartisan bill is a huge … Continued
Alabama sailor killed in Pensacola Naval Air Station shooting
Friday, an Alabama sailor was among the dead in the Pensacola Naval Air Station shooting that left three killed. Among the dead was an Alabamian. Alabama leaders mourned the untimely passing of 23-year old Navy Ensign Joshua Kaleb Watson. The shooter was also killed by first responders. Ensign Watson was shot five times. Despite being … Continued