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Shelby introduces Sessions in confirmation hearing

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter WASHINGTON, DC—Tuesday, January 10, 2017, US Senator Richard Shelby (R-Alaabama) introduced Senator Jeff Sessions (R-Alabama) to the Senate Judiciary Committee. “Although my friend and colleague Jeff Sessions is well-known to the members of this committee,” Shelby stated, “it is my distinct privilege to introduce him as President-elect Donald Trump’s … Continued
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January 12, 2017
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Death to judicial override

By Joey Kennedy Alabama Political Reporter During my years as an editorial writer for The Birmingham News, I spent much of that time opposed to the death penalty. The death penalty should be abolished; clearly, innocent people have been killed by the State of Alabama. A number have been released from Death Row after being … Continued
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January 11, 2017

Electoral College votes today

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Today is the official end of the 2016 election as electors go to their state capitals and cast their ballots in the Electoral College. Republican New York City billionaire and reality TV star Donald J. Trump is expected to win the Electoral College vote, 306 to 229, over his … Continued
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December 19, 2016

Sessions picks up endorsements for Attorney General

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter US Senator Jefferson Beauregard “Jeff” Sessions, III (R-Alabama)is President-elect Donald J. Trump’s (R) pick to be the next Attorney General of the United States. While still controversial, Senator Sessions’ appointment continues to draw praise. Alabama Attorney General Luther Strange (R) wrote, “Senator Sessions has the experience and leadership necessary … Continued
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December 16, 2016

State Legislature receives high marks from the American Conservative Union

By Chip Brownlee Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—The 2016 Session of the Alabama Legislature received high marks for fiscal and social conservatism from the American Conservative Union on their conservatism report card this year. The ACU praised the Alabama House and Senate for enacting more conservative legislation during their session this year. The ACU scores ever … Continued
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December 13, 2016

Shelby Speaks in support of Captive Act

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, December 8, 2016, US Senator Richard Shelby (R-Alabama) spoke on the floor of the US Senate in support of the CAPTIVE Act and to request unanimous consent for its consideration. The measure was blocked by Senator Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) who objected to the request. Senator Shelby said, “I … Continued
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December 12, 2016

21st Century Cures Act passes with Shelby’s support

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, December 7, 2016, the US Senate passed the 21st Century Cures Act, HR34, with bipartisan support. US Senator Richard Shelby (R-Alabama) supported the legislation and said that the bill will take critical steps to fight the opioid epidemic and will foster needed changes in the healthcare infrastructure. Senator … Continued
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December 8, 2016

Shelby voted for passage of the Iran Sanctions Extension Act

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, December 1, 2016, the US Senate passed the Iran Sanctions Extension Act. US Senator Richard Shelby (R-Alabama) supported passage of the bipartisan bill which would continue US economic sanctions against the country which is ruled by an Islamic Revolutionary regime that has been very hostile towards the United … Continued
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December 3, 2016

Alabama’s Republican Congressional Delegation praises Sessions appointment

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Friday, November 18, 2016, President-Elect Donald J Trump (R) appointed US Senator Jefferson “Jeff” Beauregard Sessions, III, as the next Attorney General of the United States. Alabama’s congressional delegation released statements praising the nomination. Congressman Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) wrote in a statement, “Today President-elect Trump made an excellent choice … Continued
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November 24, 2016

Sessions appointment may have upset 2018 Governor’s race

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Politcal Reporter The Alabama political world is roiling with rumors about who Alabama Governor Robert Bentley (R) will appoint to fill the US Senate seat currently held by Senator Jeff Sessions (R). Sessions is leaving the Senate to accept President-Elect Donald J. Trump’s (R) offer to be US Attorney General. Gov. … Continued
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November 23, 2016