Congress Sen. Britt calls for the return of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia During a Senate hearing, the Alabama Republican decried Russia's mass kidnapping of over 19,000 children, stressing a moral obligation to act. Alex JobinDecember 8, 2025
Health Sen. Britt joins bill to require medical residents opt in to abortion training The Conscious Protections for Medical Residents Act would replace the current opt-out system with an opt-in requirement for specific procedures. Wesley WalterDecember 3, 2025
Health Alabama recognizes National Rural Health Day State agencies honored Dr. William Curry for his dedication to rural healthcare, highlighting his role in establishing medical school pipeline programs. Wesley WalterNovember 21, 2025
National Sen. Britt calls for Alabama native’s return as Trump admin weighs prisoner swap Sen. Katie Britt recently supported a prisoner exchange to free Alabama native David Barnes, who was arrested by Russian officials in 2022. Alex JobinNovember 19, 2025
Congress Deal to end federal government shutdown moves through Senate Alabama’s senators praised the deal while Congresswoman Terri Sewell called the agreement “an empty promise from the Republicans.” Chance PhillipsNovember 11, 2025
Congress Sen. Britt joins new Stewardship Caucus to protect public lands, promote conservation Britt helped launch the Senate Stewardship Caucus, aiming to protect public lands and support economic growth in rural communities. Alex JobinOctober 31, 2025
Elections Sidwell joins growing Republican field for 1st Congressional District Former Air Force Major Austin Sidwell joins Jerry Carl and Rhett Marques in the 2026 Republican race for Alabama’s 1st District. Mary Claire WootenOctober 30, 2025
Courts Alabama Solicitor General Edmund LaCour secures federal judge role The U.S. Senate confirmed Edmund LaCour Jr.'s nomination, elevating the former Alabama solicitor general to a federal judgeship. Wesley WalterOctober 30, 2025
Congress Sen. Britt joins Senate colleagues on bill to protect minors from AI chatbots Senators introduced new legislation requiring age verification for AI chatbots after hearing heartbreaking stories from parents. Alex JobinOctober 30, 2025
Courts US Senate confirms Bill Lewis to serve as Alabama federal judge The Senate voted 58-40 to confirm Justice Bill Lewis, making him the first Black Republican justice in state history. Alex JobinOctober 29, 2025