Let them eat … nothing
As Congressional Republicans seek out ways to give big tax breaks to the nation's wealthiest, a familiar target has emerged: the poor.
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Empty American ports and a disrupted American supply chain spell economic trouble ahead for all Americans.
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Alabama's embrace of Trump on Thursday was the perfect microcosm for the state known for its self-harm tendencies.
UA College Democrats to hold “Tide Against Trump” protest
UA College Democrats and allies, including Beto O’Rourke and Doug Jones, will rally at Snow Hinton Park today to protest President Trump’s commencement appearance.
May 1, 2025
Education budget includes $3M safeguard for federal library funds
APLS and ALGOP chairman John Wahl said he negotiated the provision with lawmakers.
UA student detained by ICE denied bond, faces threat of deportation
In March, Alireza Doroudi, an Iranian national and doctoral candidate studying mechanical engineering, was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Gov. Ivey signs resolution urging Trump to finalize Space Command move to Huntsville
The bipartisan resolution calls on Trump administration solidify Huntsville as the permanent home for U.S. Space Command.
April 16, 2025
Rep. Sewell demands accountability for potential market manipulation
“The American people deserve to know if any of Trump’s billionaire friends knew about the tariff pause before it was announced," Sewell said.
April 14, 2025
Sen. Britt joins bipartisan coalition to introduce Russian sanctions
The new sanctions are cosponsored evenly by 25 Republican senators and 25 Democratic senators alike.
Rep. Sewell, Democrats introduce bill to reclaim Congress’ trade authority
The bill aims to "put a stop to President Trump’s reckless trade wars and return tariff authority to Congress."
April 11, 2025