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Representative Rhett Marquis publicly projects himself as a staunch conservative Republican, yet a closer look at his campaign ledger reveals a troubling reliance on financial backing from liberal Democrats-most notably Tuscaloosa-based real estate agent Chase Adcox. Adcox boasts a long, well-documented history of bankrolling leftist political candidates. His partisan trail dates back to 2008, when he funneled funds into then-Illinois Senator Barack Obama's historic presidential campaign....
August 08, 2026 - Benjamin Franklin famously wrote in his 1758 essay The Way to Wealth that it would be a hard government that should tax its people one-tenth. When examining the record of Republican-in-name-only House District 91 Representative Rhett Marques, Alabama citizens already know the sting of a hard government. Now, he asks the voters of Alabama's second congressional district to send him to Washington. If Marques exports his fiscal policies to the federal level, the nation faces a...
PART SIX: The Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin Apparatus & The Political Network: Next Generation PAC, Blueprint Alabama PAC, & Iron City Communications When public accountability rules are enforced as written, money moving through municipal politics leaves a clear paper trail. But under the Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin apparatus, when campaign operations merge with official city business, that trail fractures into an intricate web of Political Action Committees, undisclosed consulting firms...
In my first report, I highlighted the foundation of a contracting pipeline through which the Magic City mayor's office funnels municipal revenue by outsourcing city projects to private firms. But how does this translate into political capital? The answer lies within a special-interest group called the North Alabama PAC. The Circular System We are not viewing isolated instances of mismanagement; we are watching a self-sustaining cycle that appears to circumvent several core protections in...
In the classic mystery, The Dog That Wouldn't Bark, the investigator cracks the case by observing a canine that remained silent-a stillness that spoke volumes. When it comes to Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin's campaign finance irregularities, that pooch is none other than Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen. In the first two segments of this series, I outlined how public funds were funneled to utilize city employees for election functions and how the Woodfin political machine operates...
Party registration first appeared on the legislative agenda last session; I held my reluctance and did not support such measures at the time. Even though I have never cast a ballot in a Democratic primary, my first thought: people should have the right to participate in whichever one they choose. A voter might support a friend running in a specific race, and that serves as reason enough to select that ballot. We also have independents; why should they change party affiliation each election year...
In the murky waters of Alabama political finance, the line between "necessary campaign expenditure" and personal gain is often blurred by creative accounting. When a personal achievement-like a memoir-is funded by a candidate's principal campaign committee, it raises serious questions under the Fair Campaign Practices Act (FCPA). The Legal Framework Under Alabama Code § 17-5-7, a candidate or principal campaign committee may only use campaign contributions for specific, defined purposes:...
Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin In the first four parts of my investigation series on the corruption and misuse of funds from the administration of Birmingham mayor Randall Woodfin here is what I have laid out detailing alleged criminal activity from 100 plus documents I have from the Woodfin files. To see screenshots of the evidence please go back and review the first four articles. Campaign Finance & Ethical Allegations: The series centers on documented evidence of multi-year campaign finance...
Woodfin investigation - Part 5 When examining the Woodfin files, what initially appeared to be a straightforward investigation quickly peeled back like an onion, revealing deeper layers of questionable conduct. While the Birmingham mayor and his administration initially brushed off the findings as a joke, the gravity of the situation has left no room for laughter. The Promotion of the Randall Woodfin national brand On March 9, 2026, a community conversation event at Birmingham's historic Carver...
Part 1 of a 4-part investigative series Documents obtained from concerned citizens have exposed an alleged scheme of criminal activity and self-dealing within the administration of Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin. These documents suggest a pattern of systemic taxpayer-funded mismanagement, blurring the lines between municipal governance and personal political ambition. At the center of these allegations is Chief Strategist and Senior Advisor Ed Fields. According to the records, Fields has...
June 20, 2026 - A lot of words come to mind when examining how political consultant Angie Horn ran her one major race of the 2026 election cycle: inept, incompetent, embarrassing, and a total train derailment. Horn's management style for Secretary of State Wes Allen's lieutenant governor campaign equaled a pilot flying a plane into a building. While the captain of the Titanic tried to avoid the iceberg, Horn signaled "full steam ahead" and struck the frozen mass head-on. For starters, bot...
(Shared with permission of the publisher - Christopher M Peeks) April 12, 2026 - HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - Former Congressman Mo Brooks has released a staggering investigative report uncovering a sophisticated gambling syndicate that has funneled nearly $4 million into Alabama's political landscape. New evidence from Alabama FCPA filings reveals a clear dark money trail connecting out-of-state gambling interests directly to the 2026 legislative elections. The Architecture of the Syndicate: The...
April 14, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Currently the major story sending shock waves through Alabama politics is the bombshell investigative report Mo Brooks released on the 11th concerning a $4 million gambling syndicate attempting to buy legislative races, but the story doesn't end there. These gambling moguls are currently making a play in the Alabama attorney general's race. A few weeks ago on the BCS. State of Alabama podcast with my co-host Brandon Moseley, I posed a question to Republican at...
March 12, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, AL - In a legislative tribute long overdue, the state of Alabama is officially honoring the legendary Bill Baxley for his lifelong accomplishments, including hiring the first Black Assistant Attorney General, Myra Thompson, and reopening the investigation into the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing that led to the eventual prosecution and conviction of Robert Chambliss. Alabama House Resolution 214, introduced by Representative Christopher England, passed the Hou...
Pundits are yet to grasp the tsunami that rocked the political world when U.S. President Donald Trump and New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani met today in the Oval Office. Like a leering monument built of marble on the National Mall, the nation's 45th and 47th chief executive cemented his legacy in the annals of history as the most powerful figure ever in American politics. How does a sit-down with a New York City mayor who hasn't even taken office elevate the former reality star–turned–presiden...
April 20, 2025 - The name George McMillan was first introduced to me during the 1986 Governor's race. Political names do not excite me the way they did back then, and all the candidates' names seemed so cool. Former Alabama Governor Fob James, Attorney General Charlie Graddick, and of course the candidate I ultimately went with, the incumbent lieutenant governor Bill Baxley, but that would not be the last time I heard the name McMillan. Some people are born to be successful in whatever field...
It seems that humans have an inherent tendency to strive to portray themselves as something other than who they truly are. Whether it's Individuals from humble backgrounds pretending to be royalty or politicians attempting to connect with the public, there exists a strong desire within us to belong. However, on occasion, these efforts can result in comical mishaps that SNL affectionately showcases. Imagine John Kerry coming out of the woods with a shotgun to bond with hunters, only to see...
October 15, 2024 - I vaguely recall Walter Mondale’s unpopular choice to join him on the 1984 Democratic ticket. At the time, I did not comprehend the reason why the electorate held so much disdain for New York Representative Geraldine Ferraro. I do, though, remember picking up the vibe that a female seeking the vice presidency was taboo, but at seven, a kid doesn’t understand that. I have learned a lot since then. Geraldine Ferraro is known as a trailblazer for female politicians. Let us not...
Kamala Harris’s campaign is in free fall. Gaffes and poor performances plague her. Unpopular policies abound. Trump gains ground as time runs out. Her presidential dreams slip away. Voters aren’t buying what she’s selling. Her message, once thought to be clear and concise, now falls flat. Voters are increasingly skeptical of her proposed policies, and her attempts to explain them only worsen things. The enthusiasm that once surrounded her candidacy has given way to doubts and questions. Her a...
A shell of his former self, the 2024 Joe Biden and the Joe Biden of 2012 bear little resemblance. Nor is he the man of four years ago. Democratic officials, fearful of an electoral disaster losing not only the White House but both houses of Congress, took the “keys from the old man” in July due to his vast mental deterioration. Or did Biden slip as much as Democrats think? https://www.tobsal.com/post/no-reset-button-christopher-m-peeks *Biden’s Original Plan* Joe Biden fulfilled his dream in 20...
A Tranquil Path to the Presidency October 26, 2024 - No candidate in American political history received a more tranquil path to Pennsylvania Avenue than Vice President Kamala Harris. Her, me, and those of you reading this have one thing in common. In the last two presidential elections, we got the same number of votes in the Democratic primaries: zero. Despite no mandate from the electorate, she is promoted by the party hierarchy. *The Unearned Advantage* https://www.tobsal....
October 18th 2024 - During the course of my life, politics has changed, and not for the good. I guess that some of this development occurred due to the people involved. In today’s climate, people seeking higher office do so for self-interest instead of bettering people’s lives. I see this trend only continuing to worsen for future generations. *Growing Up in a Different Era* I grew up before computers and cell phones. Before Twitter and Facebook. Even before cable TV. I grew up when people sti...
October 28, 2024 - MOBILE - HOLMES BLASTS MOORE: “IS HE FOSTERING A SPIRIT OF INSURRECTION?”_ https://www.tobsal.com/post/holmes-bizzare-weird-moore-house-district-1 Tom Holmes, the Democratic Nominee for the United States House of Representatives in Alabama, Congressional District 1 calls out Republican Congressman Barry Moore for his comment about not accepting the election results if former president Donald J. Trump loses the 2024 campaign to Vice President Kamala Harris on November 5th inqui...
For the last two months, the mainstream media has attempted to plant a false image in the minds of voters. Like an oasis in the desert, the Democratic faithful looked at Vice President Harris as if they thirsted for water. Although the aggregate numbers show the race as tied in the battlegrounds, a pattern has emerged in a few key states. The outcome is far from certain, but this is a troubling sign for the Harris supporters. In Georgia, Trump leads Harris by 1.4% in the aggregate poll average,...
The Biden administration has issued 535 executive orders on immigration since taking office, leading to a significant increase in the influx of Haitian immigrants into the United States. As of September 24, 2024, an estimated 852,000 Haitians reside in the country, with this number continuing to rise each month due to various immigration programs. One significant program is the Humanity Parole Program for Cubans, Nicaraguans, Haitians, and Venezuelans, announced by the President in January...
