Dr. Daniel Sutter: Alabama’s earmarks | #republicans | #Alabama | #GOP
Newly retired U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby achieved national prominence for bringing earmarked funds to Alabama. “In the game of earmarks, Shelby has no peers,” “Roll Call” once said of the senator. Empowered by his position as the ranking Republican on the Senate Appropriations Committee, Shelby led all members of Congress in earmarked funds the last […]
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State Rep. Shedd named new House Majority Whip | #republicans | #Alabama | #GOP
House Majority Leader Scott Stadthagen (R-Hartselle) announced the appointment of State Rep. Randall Shedd (R-Fairview) as House Majority Whip during this quadrennium. Whips assist the party leadership in bringing the party’s bills, conducting vote counts on major issues and legislation, managing floor debates, and acting as a mediator between party members and leadership. “Rep. Shedd’s […]
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No endorsement for presidential candidate in 2024 GOP primary | #republicans | #Alabama | #GOP
U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) has announced she will not be endorsing a presidential candidate in the 2024 primary. With the battle lines drawn between former president Donald Trump and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, the GOP presidential nominee for 2024 is still up in the air. In a release obtained by 1819 News, Britt said […]
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Does Alabama need a new state house? Legislature’s only architect weighs in | #republicans | #Alabama | #GOP
As Alabama legislators prepare for the 2023 regular session, the need for a new state house continues to be a topic of intense debate. The legislature met in the Montgomery capitol building until 1985 when the building underwent massive renovations. The House and Senate relocated next door to a building constructed in 1963 for the […]
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2022 midterm elections; Britt, Ivey romp | #elections | #alabama
Stay tuned to 1819 News for live updates on the 2022 midterm elections in Alabama. Election Day is upon us. Polls opened at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. In addition to local races, the Yellowhammer State will choose its next U.S. Senator to replace longtime U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby (R-Tuscaloosa), vote for congressional […]
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