Price controls sometimes work in negotiating but are bad law
Government price controls would undermine the U.S. biotech manufacturing sector that President Trump is just starting to build in Alabama and beyond.
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Rep. Sewell slams Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address
Sewell rebuked President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address Wednesday, criticizing his record on health care, tariffs and the use of federal agents.
February 26, 2026
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See recent postsSen. Britt stepped up to protect Alabama’s economy and Trump’s vision for America
Senator Katie Britt protected Alabama jobs and medical research by securing critical funding to keep the nation competitive in biomedical innovation.
Alabama Sens. Britt and Tuberville decry Supreme Court ruling against Trump’s tariffs
“The Constitution is clear. The power to regulate trade lies with Congress,” Democratic Congresswoman Terri Sewell said on Friday.
Rep. Sewell’s statement on Trump’s threat to take over US elections
The congresswoman called the attempts to undermine the vote a "five-alarm fire for our democracy," demanding swift Republican condemnation.
February 6, 2026
Rep. Sewell advocates for Alabama’s trade interests in House subcommittee
Sewell raised concern about Alabama’s trade stability during a Trade Subcommittee meeting on Tuesday.
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See recent postsJeff Sessions is a 21st Century profile in courage
As is the case with many of my fellow Alabamians, I am a strong supporter of President Trump in the substance of what he has accomplished but I am from time to time disappointed by his style. The President’s repeated attacks on my old friend, Jeff Sessions, for recusing himself when he was Attorney General … Continued
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See recent postsAn open letter to the people of Alabama from Jeff Sessions
I was the first to endorse President Trump, even when many thought I was nuts to do so. I helped Trump win and traveled the country with him, embedded in his campaign. I am one of the architects of his agenda, and I was pushing his agenda even before he ran for office. I have … Continued
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See recent postsIn coronavirus fight, Alabama has benefited from federal action
Closing down the American economy has a real and enormous effect on the lives of countless Americans. Layoffs and job losses are devastating for individuals, families, and communities. In good times, it generally takes three to six months for someone to find a job after a layoff. Of course, these are not good times. Moreover, … Continued
Group urges president, Congress to determine if packing industry should be decentralized
R-CALF USA, a Montana based ranchers group, sent a letter today to President Donald J. Trump (R) as well as House and Senate congressional leaders stating that the COVID-19 pandemic demonstrates the United States’ beef supply chain lacks resiliency and redundancy. The group urges a review to consider whether a physical and geographical restructuring of … Continued