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Louis Franklin, Richard Moore confirmed as US Attorneys

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, Sept. 14, 2017, the U.S. Senate confirmed Louis Franklin and Richard Moore as U.S. attorneys in the state of Alabama. “Today, the Senate confirmed Louis V. Franklin to be U.S. Attorney for Alabama’s Middle District and Richard W. Moore to be U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of … Continued
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September 18, 2017

US Rep. Martha Roby promotes her Balanced Budget Amendment

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, August 8, 2017, US Representative Martha Roby (R-Montgomery) says we need a Balanced Budget Amendment, and has written one herself. Congresswoman Roby wrote to constituents and supporters, “Friends, with the end of the fiscal year approaching on September 30, Congress will soon begin finalizing appropriations Legislation to fund … Continued
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August 10, 2017

Shelby: Trump’s NASA Budget would prevent Agency from reaching its goals

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, June 29, 2017, Acting NASA Administrator Robert Lightfoot testified before the Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations Subcommittee. The Trump Administration is proposing cutting NASA 2.9 percent in fiscal 2018.  US Senator Richard Shelby (R-Alabama) said that the administration is “Projecting a lofty vision for space while providing a budget … Continued
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June 30, 2017

Shelby supports Trump’s picks for Alabama’s US Attorneys

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, June 15, 2017, President Trump nominated Jay E. Towns, Louis V. Franklin, Sr., and Richard W. Moore to be the three US Attorneys for Alabama. Friday, June 16, 2017, US Senator Richard Shelby (R-Alabama) released a statement supporting Trump’s picks for US Attorneys in Alabama. Senator Shelby said … Continued
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June 19, 2017

Alabama leaders applaud Red Snapper announcement

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, June 13, 2017, The United States Department of Commerce announced an extension of the Federal Red Snapper season. Governor Ivey was notified Tuesday night yesterday of the decision. Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) said in a statement, “I am proud to report that President Trump and Commerce Secretary … Continued
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June 15, 2017

Ronda Walker launches campaign for Alabama State Senate

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, June 6, 2017, the Vice Chairman of the Montgomery County Commission, Ronda Walker (R), announced her candidacy for Alabama State Senate District 25. Commissioner Walker said in a statement, “Voter trust has been shattered and confidence in State government is at an all-time low. The great State of … Continued
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June 12, 2017

Rutledge Mayor objects to Talton hiring

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, June 7, 2017, US Navy veteran and Mayor of Rutledge Steven Phillips expressed his displeasure at the State of Alabama for hiring former Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System chief administrator James Talton after he was fired by the Veterans Administration. Talton has been hired by the Alabama … Continued
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June 8, 2017

Shelby touts successful test of Missile Defense System

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, May 30, 2017, the US military successfully tested its highly touted ground based missile defense system, against an actual inter-continental ballistic missile (ICBM). US Senator Richard Shelby (R-Alabama) praised the accomplishment. Senator Shelby said on social media, “Great news for our country and for Huntsville! Yesterday the US … Continued
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June 2, 2017

Shelby announces $2.2 million for Mobile Airport improvements

By Brandon Moseley  Alabama Political Reporter Monday, May 22, 2017, US Senator Richard Shelby (R) today reported that the Mobile Airport Authority has been awarded a $2.2 million federal Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant awarded by the US Department of Transportation (DOT). The funding will service facilities at the Mobile Regional Airport. “Airport infrastructure directly impacts … Continued
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May 23, 2017

State Leaders angered over three-day Snapper season

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Alabama fishermen can only catch and keep Red Snapper for three days this year. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced that the 2017 Gulf of Mexico Federal Red Snapper Recreational Seasons open for the private angling and Federally permitted for-hire components on June 1, 2017, at 12:01 … Continued
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May 3, 2017