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May 1, 2026 - BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Alabama Republican Party Chairman State Representative Scott Stadthagen (Hartselle) is applauding Governor Kay Ivey's (R) decision to call lawmakers into a special legislative session following the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in Louisiana v. Callais, a decision that has prompted swift action from state leaders on redistricting. Governor Ivey announced Thursday that she will reconvene the Alabama Legislature to address next steps in light of the Court's opinion,...
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The National Redistricting Foundation (NRF) is calling on the U.S. Supreme Court to deny what it describes as Alabama's "desperate and hypocritical" attempt to fast‑track a challenge to the state's congressional map in Caster v. Allen, warning that the move threatens to disrupt an election already in progress. In a legal brief filed Thursday, the NRF argued that Alabama's request to expedite its appeal-coming just 19 days before the state's primary and after early voting h...
WASHINGTON, D.C. - April 21, 2026 - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R‑AL) has introduced new legislation-the FAFSA Verification Act-designed to strengthen federal oversight of student loan eligibility and prevent undocumented immigrants from accessing federal student aid. The bill clarifies and expands the Department of Education's authority to verify the identity and citizenship status of all applicants who submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). What the Bill Would Do A...
Enterprise, AL – Congressman and U.S. Senate candidate Barry Moore is calling on the Alabama Legislature to begin a new round of redistricting following the U.S. Supreme Court's majority opinion in Louisiana v. Callais, a ruling that reshapes how federal courts may intervene in state‑drawn congressional maps. Moore, a leading contender in Alabama's 2026 Senate race, framed the decision as a corrective to what he described as years of judicial overreach into state election processes. "Ac...
April 29, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday applauded Wednesday's U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Louisiana v. Callais, calling the ruling an encouraging development for states engaged in long‑running redistricting battles. However, she emphasized that the decision does not immediately resolve Alabama's own congressional map dispute, which remains under federal court oversight. In her statement, Ivey said the ruling represents a shift away from what she described as y...
April 29, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall on Thursday praised the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Louisiana v. Callais, calling the ruling a "watershed moment" in the decades‑long national debate over the role of race in redistricting. The Court held that neither Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act nor the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments require-or permit-states to use race as a factor when drawing voting districts. According to the opinion, states must r...
LINEVILLE, Ala. - Alabama U.S. Senate candidate Rodney Walker issued a forceful statement Wednesday aligning himself with President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump in demanding that Disney and ABC terminate late‑night host Jimmy Kimmel. Walker's comments follow national controversy surrounding a recent Kimmel monologue in which the comedian made a remark about the First Lady that critics have described as inappropriate and insensitive. The exchange has drawn heightened scrutiny b...
On May 3, 1979, British political history changed forever. Following a decisive Conservative victory in the general election, Margaret Thatcher was invited by Queen Elizabeth II to form a government-making her the first woman to serve as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Her rise marked a turning point not only for Britain but for global politics, as she became one of the most influential and controversial leaders of the late 20th century. Thatcher's election ended years of economic...
The Rev. George Wright, who has led Shades Mountain Baptist Church since August 15, 2021, delivered a surprise announcement Friday, telling church members via video that he is stepping down after not quite five years in the pulpit. Wright, 44, offered no specific reason for his departure, but emphasized that the decision had become clear only in recent weeks and asked the congregation to "please pray like crazy." "Over the past couple of weeks it has become clear to us that our time here at...
May 4, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen (R) has formally asked the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit to expedite its review of the state's Senate redistricting case, citing the U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision in Louisiana v. Callais as a key reason for swift judicial action. Allen, who is the appellant in both of Alabama's ongoing redistricting cases, said the state must move quickly to ensure clarity for voters and election officials ahead of...
Alabama Secretary of State candidate Chris Horn outlined his priorities for election security, voter access, and the future of Alabama politics during a recent appearance on the BCS: State of Alabama podcast. The interview, hosted by Alabama Political Contributor founder Christopher M. Peeks and Alabama Gazette Lead Reporter and content manager Brandon Moseley, offered one of Horn's most detailed public discussions of his platform to date. Focus on Election Security and Accessibility Horn...
March 9, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - State Representative Juandalynn Givan (D‑Birmingham) appeared on the Heart of Dixie Podcast for a wide‑ranging discussion with hosts Brandon Moseley and Harry Still III, offering listeners an unfiltered look at her views on Alabama politics, legislative battles, and the challenges facing urban communities. The episode, titled "A Democrat from Birmingham?", sets the tone early: sometimes, the hosts say, "you have to speak with the other side" to fully und...
The Heart of Dixie Podcast recently hosted one of its most consequential and revealing discussions to date, bringing together attorney and commentator Harry Still III, Ripp Report founder Paul Ripp, journalist Brandon Moseley, and Whitney Scapecchi, a Baldwin County School Board member and contributor to Southern Freedom Press. The episode centered on a series of disturbing events involving local political power, law enforcement conduct, and the treatment of dissenting voices in Baldwin County....
MONTGOMERY - Economic developer and policy analyst Dr. Nicole Jones Wadsworth joined Brandon Moseley and Christopher M. Peeks for a wide‑ranging conversation on The BCS Show, offering a detailed look at the economic forces shaping Alabama's future. Known for her deep research on industrial recruitment, workforce development, and fiscal policy, Dr. Jones Wadsworth used the interview to highlight both the opportunities and the vulnerabilities facing the state as it continues to grow. The d...
February 23, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - State Rep. Susan DuBose joined Brandon Moseley and Christopher Peeks on their BCS Podcast for a wide‑ranging conversation centered on her legislative work, her views on cultural and policy debates in Alabama, and her continued advocacy on issues involving women, education, and parental authority. The discussion offered one of DuBose's most detailed public explanations of the motivations behind her recent bills and the broader themes shaping her work in the...
Republican congressional candidate Austin Sidwell, running in Alabama's 1st Congressional District, joined The Brandon and Christopher Show podcast last week for a wide‑ranging conversation about his campaign priorities, foreign policy positions, and the economic pressures facing Alabama families. The interview, hosted by Christopher M. Peeks and Brandon Moseley, offered one of Sidwell's most detailed public explanations of why he believes voters should send him to Washington. A Campaign B...
November 20, 2025 – MONTGOMERY – Democratic gubernatorial candidate JaMel Brown appeared on the Brandon and Christopher Show Podcast, where he addressed his campaign for governor, his stance on major issues, and the internal challenges he faces within the Alabama Democratic Party ahead of the 2026 primary. Speaking with Brandon Moseley, Lead Reporter and Content Manager for the Alabama Gazette, and Alabama Political Contributor Publisher Chris Peeks, Brown expressed confidence in his cam...
HOOVER - Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl officially qualified to run for Lieutenant Governor today, adding one of the state's most recognizable GOP figures to an already crowded 2026 Republican primary. His entry reshapes the dynamics of the race and brings a high‑profile party leader directly onto the ballot. Wahl, who has served as chairman of the Alabama Republican Party since 2021, is widely known for his organizational work, grassroots outreach, and role in shaping the p...
MONTGOMERY - Dr. Stewart Hill Tankersley officially qualified today to run for Lieutenant Governor of Alabama, joining a crowded and competitive Republican field ahead of the May 19, 2026 primary. His entry adds another high‑profile name to a race already drawing significant statewide attention. Tankersley, a physician and longtime conservative advocate, is positioning himself as a candidate focused on integrity, constitutional governance, and strengthening Alabama's future. His campaign is e...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - September 17, 2025 - Dr. Nicole Jones Wadsworth, candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Alabama, issued a strongly worded statement this week condemning what she describes as deliberate exclusion from political coverage and polling. Her remarks follow the release of a statewide poll that omitted her name-and that of fellow candidate Patrick Bishop-from its list of contenders, despite both candidates actively campaigning across the state. Wadsworth, a businesswoman and civic...
March 24, 2026 - ATHENS, Ala. - Alabama Lieutenant Governor candidate John Wahl issued a public statement today pushing back against allegations from the campaign of Wes Allen, which claimed Wahl had participated in a celebration of the Muslim holiday of Ramadan. Wahl called the accusation "false" and said the event he attended was an interfaith community gathering, not a religious observance. According to Wahl, the invitation came from local officials and community leaders, and numerous...
Montgomery, Ala. - March 24, 2026 - At exactly 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Ken McFeeters stepped onto the front steps of the Alabama Capitol Building to announce that he has officially filed a lawsuit against U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville and the Alabama Republican Party (ALGOP). The announcement drew a crowd of reporters, activists, and onlookers who gathered to hear McFeeters outline the basis of his legal challenge. Speaking from a small podium positioned at the top of the Capitol steps, McFeeters...
August 28, 2025 – AUBURN, AL - On Thursday, Senator Tommy Tuberville made headlines during an interview on The Charlie Kirk Show, where he outlined his views on governance to Kirk. Tuberville is the leading contender to be elected Governor next year and most of the state appears to be good with that. In a moment that blended political ambition with his trademark coaching ethos, Tuberville declared: "As your Governor, I'll lead our state the right way, just like I did as a coach-by putting m...
In a race already drawing national attention, Mark Wheeler-a chemist from Heflin, Alabama-is stepping into the political spotlight with a candidacy that's as personal as it is political. Running as a Democrat in the 2026 U.S. Senate election, Wheeler is challenging the status quo with a platform rooted in resilience, transparency, and a deep understanding of working-class struggles. From Poverty to Public Service Wheeler's story begins in Anniston and Heflin, where he grew up facing significant...
August 18, 2025 - FOLEY, AL - Former U.S. Representative Jerry Carl has officially launched his campaign to return to Congress, announcing Monday that he will seek the Republican nomination for Alabama's First Congressional District in 2026. The announcement comes just days after Rep. Barry Moore declared his candidacy for the U.S. Senate, leaving the seat open and setting the stage for a high-profile GOP primary. Carl, who previously represented District 1 from 2021 to 2025, lost his seat in...
