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Lathan Comments on Hubbard Verdict

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Alabama Republican Party Chairman, Terry Lathan, said the party did the right thing when it audited the books revealing possible improprieties by former ALGOP Chairman former Speaker of the House Mike Hubbard (R-Auburn). Chairman Lathan said, “With the announcement of Mike Hubbard’s guilty verdicts on twelve felony charges, the … Continued
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June 14, 2016

Hubbard Trial Day Five: Sumner Fries Hubbard

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter OPELIKA—Former Alabama Ethics Commission Director, Jim Sumner, testified authoritatively and effectively with devastating consequences for the defense on Day Five of the criminal trial of Speaker Mike Hubbard. In spite of Hubbard’s attorney, Bill Baxley, attempting to marginalize Sumner’s testimony, Judge Jacob Walker, III sided with the State and … Continued
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June 1, 2016

ALGOP Executive Committee Calls For Charges Against Moore Be Dropped

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Saturday, May 21, the Alabama Republican Party Executive Committee held a special called meeting in Trussville to elect alternate delegates to the Republican National Convention in Cleveland. They also passed a resolution calling on the unelected Alabama Court of the Judiciary to drop the charges level against Chief Justice … Continued
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May 23, 2016
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Trump Can’t Win Over This Woman

By Elizabeth BeShears Much to do has been made over the last several days in the wake of Donald Trump’s evident coronation as the GOP’s 2016 nominee about how he has a lot of ground to make up with certain groups. Hispanics, Latinos, and African Americans are deemed unreachable due to his previous statements on … Continued
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May 10, 2016
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Poor Leadership Wastes Time, Costs Taxpayers With Countless Special Sessions

By Rep. Darrio Melton I would start this piece by talking about how the Legislature finally adjourned for 2016, but the past few years have shown that adjourning from session is really more of an intermission in the legislative process. Over the past few years, the “regular session” has simply been “part one” to the … Continued
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May 10, 2016

Byrne and Lathan Urge Republicans to Unite to Defeat Hillary Clinton

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, May 5, U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (R-Montrose) and Alabama Republican Party Chairman Terry Lathan both released statements urging Republicans to unify. Congressman Byrne said, “The primary process has been long and challenging, but the American people have spoken loud and clear. The time has come for the Republican … Continued
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May 6, 2016

Hooper Calls for Republican Party to Unite Behind Trump

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Tuesday, March 1, Alabama Republican voters went to the polls and gave New York City billionaire businessman and reality television star Donald Trump an overwhelming victory. On Wednesday, May 4, Trump’s last remaining Republican rival, Ohio Governor John Kasich (R) suspended his campaign. Donald Trump has won more … Continued
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May 5, 2016

St. Clair Bass Tournament Saturday

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Saturday, May 7, 2016 the St. Clair County Republican Party will be holding their 21th annual Logan Martin Classic Bass Tournament. St. Clair County Republican Party Chairman Lance Bell said, ‘We have the Bass Tournament and we will need assistance with it.” Freddie Turrentine who is in charge … Continued
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April 28, 2016

Impeachment Hits a Speed Bump in Committee

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Thursday, April 7, State Representative Ed Henry (R-Hartselle) was forced by criticism from his fellow legislature to withdraw the articles of impeachment resolution against embattled Alabama Governor Robert Bentley (R) in the powerful House rules committee. Rep. Henry will submit another resolution next week after rewriting it to … Continued
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April 8, 2016

Some in GOP Want Bentley Out

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter As first reported last week by the Alabama Political Reporter, State and Federal investigators are reportedly continuing their separate probes into the conduct of embattled Governor Robert Bentley (R) and the generous financial compensation he has paid over the course years to his top advisor, and alleged mistress, Mrs. … Continued
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March 29, 2016