Katie Britt urges Democrats to stop the government shutdown: ‘People are tired of political showmanship’
Sen. Katie Britt Comments on Government Shutdown U.S. Senator Katie Britt recently addressed the ongoing government shutdown, criticizing Democrats for focusing on funding issues rather than protecting vulnerable Americans. In an interview, Britt expressed that Republicans are ready to act immediately to reopen the government. She urged Democrats to come back to the discussion table. […]
Op-ed: The outcome of the Norfolk Southern-Union Pacific merger is determined – and the federal authorities are aware of it.
Some people might argue that a government shutdown will hinder the Surface Transportation Board’s (STB) ability to fully assess the competitive aspects of the proposed Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern merger. But, honestly, it seems irrelevant now; the STB was kind of sidelined the moment former President Trump dismissed members he thought were against the […]
State Senator Chris Elliott criticizes the ABC Board’s proposed increase in bailment fees from 72¢ to $1.50 per case.
ABC Commission to Discuss Fee Increase The Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Commission is meeting today to reconsider an increase in the central warehouse deposit fee. One of the main topics on the agenda is the potential “Consideration of raising central warehouse storage fees.” This increase aims to help cover the expenses related to a […]
P&CMA supports Alabama legislative leaders, Speaker Ledbetter and Pro Tem Gudger, for re-election in 2026
The Alabama Petroleum and Convenience Marketers Association (P&CMA) has announced its support for the re-election of two key leaders in the state legislature: Nathaniel Ledbetter, the Speaker of the Alabama House of Representatives, and Garlan Gudger, the Speaker Pro Tempore of the Senate. This endorsement highlights their enduring support for small businesses, energy independence, and […]
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News Summary 7. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) criticized Democrats for their role in prolonging the government shutdown. She argued that everyday Americans, including military and federal workers, are bearing the brunt of this situation, suggesting that Democrats “don’t know how to work and talk at the same time,” and are merely playing politics to secure […]
Opinion: The outcome of the Norfolk Southern and Union Pacific merger is predetermined – and the government is aware of it
Some people argue that a government shutdown could hinder the Surface Transportation Board’s (STB) ability to evaluate the competitive impacts of the proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern. But, really, it seems like the STB was sidelined when former President Trump dismissed members he believed were against the merger. To reinforce his point, […]
Perspective | The outcome is predetermined
Some might argue that a government shutdown could impact the Surface Transportation Board’s (STB) ability to assess the competitive aspects of the proposed Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger. But honestly, it seems irrelevant because the STB has already been weakened since President Trump dismissed members he believed opposed the merger. And just to emphasize his point, […]
Standing by Alabama’s veterans—a pledge that goes deeper than words
Visit to Tuskegee Campus Highlights Veterans’ Mental Health Needs Last Tuesday, members of the Alabama House Armed Services and Veterans Affairs Committee visited the historic Tuskegee campus of the Central Alabama Veterans Health System. They were joined by representatives from the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs and Mental Health Services. This wasn’t just a routine […]
P&CMA supports House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter for reelection
Alabama Petroleum and Convenience Marketers Endorse Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter The Alabama Petroleum and Convenience Marketers (P&CMA) announced on Wednesday their support for Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter’s re-election for the 24th District of the Alabama House of Representatives. They praised his dedication to boosting economic growth and supporting small businesses, emphasizing his role in advancing policies beneficial […]
Senate panel conducts hearing for Southern Power executive Ho Nieh’s NRC nomination
Senate Hearing for Ho Nie’s Nomination On Wednesday, the U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works held a hearing for Ho Nie, nominated by President Donald Trump to join the committee. This committee oversees the work of the Nuclear Regulation Authority. Nie is currently the vice president of regulatory affairs for an Alabama-based company […]