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Alabama Republicans praise Trump’s State of the Union Speech

President Donald Trump spoke 0ver 90 minutes to a joint session of Congress explaining his vision for the country in the 2019 State of the Union address on Tuesday. Alabama Republican Party Chairman Terry Lathan stated that Alabama is proud to support Trump. “Alabama is proud to be a consistent and strong supporter of President … Continued
February 6, 2019

Give Richard Shelby credit, he’s at least trying to do his job

I appreciate Richard Shelby. No, that is not sarcasm or the setup for a surprise turn to a scathing column. I mean it. I appreciate the way the Alabama senator has represented this state during the ongoing debate over President Donald Trump’s ridiculous big, beautiful wall that Mexico apparently isn’t paying for. Shelby, a Republican, … Continued
February 4, 2019

Mike Rogers cosponsors Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act

Alabama Congressman Mike Rogers, R-Saks, announced Friday he was co-sponsoring the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, H.R. 38. If passed, national reciprocity would allow citizens with a concealed carry permit to travel to other states and have their concealed carry privilege honored by authorities in that state, much like motorists with drivers licenses can operate their … Continued
January 30, 2019

Senate passes measures to reopen government, negotiate border security

Congress passed a bipartisan resolution to end the partial government shutdown after 35 days Friday. At least 800,000 federal workers will be getting their pay. The legislative measures reopen the government through Feb. 15, 2019, and send the Homeland Security appropriations bill to a conference committee. The two measures, H.J. Res. 28 and H.J. Res. … Continued
January 28, 2019

Shelby votes for Trump-backed bill to end government shutdown

U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby, R-Alabama, spoke on the Senate floor prior to a procedural vote on the End the Shutdown and Secure the Border Act, which would have provided money for President Donald Trump’s proposed wall along the U.S.-Mexico border. Shelby urged the senators “to come together” and “put the bitterness aside.” The bill was … Continued
January 25, 2019

Mobile police officer killed in the line of duty

Mobile Police Officer Sean Tuder was shot and killed Sunday around 4 p.m. Tuder, along with other officers, was attempting to execute an arrest warrant at an apartment complex at 1545 Leroy Steven Road in Mobile. A suspect is in custody — 19-year-old Marco Perez. Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey expressed her sadness at the news … Continued
January 21, 2019

Tornado damages Wetumpka

Saturday night, downtown Wetumpka was struck by an EF-2 tornado. Assessments of the damage are ongoing; but several buildings are confirmed down. Most notably the historic First Presbyterian Church of Wetumpka is a total loss. Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey said on Twitter, “I’ve talked with Wetumpka Mayor Willis & have assured him of available assistance. … Continued
January 21, 2019

What will our Congressional districts look like after the 2020 Census

Preparations are being made to take the 2020 Census. This process is not just a fun game to spell out demographic changes and interesting tidbits about us as Americans. It is a very important mandate dictated by the Constitution. The number of people counted determines how many seats each state has in Congress. Thus, it … Continued
January 16, 2019

Shelby to retain chairmanship of Senate Appropriations Committee

U.S. Senator Richard Shelby, R-Alabama, said Wednesday that he will keep his chairmanship of the powerful Senate Appropriations Committee. The Senate Republican Conference met to ratify committee chairmen for the new Congress and approved Shelby’s selection by members of the Senate Appropriations Committee to lead the committee for his first full two-year term as chairman. … Continued
January 10, 2019

Navy announces future destroyer will be named for Sen. Jeremiah Denton

U.S. Senator Richard Shelby, R-Alabama, praised Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer’s decision to name a future Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer in honor of Alabama’s Jeremiah Denton. Denton was a former Republican U.S. Senator from Alabama and a well-known U.S. Navy Vietnam veteran and Navy Cross recipient that was held in captivity by the … Continued
January 7, 2019