7. Amanda Puth, the Democratic candidate, seems a bit unsure about her campaign. Initially, she claimed she was running for District 5 in Alabama, but now she indicates she might actually be aiming for District 4. It’s a little confusing, to say the least.
6. Governor and U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville, who’s also a championship-winning coach, voiced his concerns about changes at Cracker Barrel, particularly the new logo and updated restaurant design. He criticized chains that move away from traditional values, which seems to resonate with some conservative sentiments about businesses changing too much.
5. Alabama Senators Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville are advocating alongside other Republicans for significant tariffs on timber cabinets. They’re pushing for these tariffs—at least 60%—to help adjust China’s import duties and shield American industries, especially in agriculture and manufacturing. Britt is particularly keen on boosting tariffs on wooden products.
4. Ghislaine Maxwell’s recent prison interview has brought some insights, though not everything is clear. There were claims surrounding Jeffrey Epstein’s client list and comments about his death that sparked debates. Interestingly, Maxwell said that figures like Donald Trump and Bill Clinton didn’t act inappropriately, which raises a few eyebrows.
3. A federal judge has directed Alabama legislators to establish a new state Senate district in the Montgomery area, ensuring compliance with the Voting Rights Act to secure a majority of Black districts. However, there won’t be immediate changes in Huntsville, despite ongoing lawsuits affecting current district maps, which might impact the upcoming 2026 elections.
2. The National Guard is mobilizing in 19 states, including Alabama, mainly focusing efforts in Texas to tackle immigration issues. Under President Trump’s orders, their tasks will include administrative duties related to managing illegal immigration cases.
1. If elected governor, Tommy Tuberville plans to deploy the National Guard in Birmingham and Montgomery, mirroring President Trump’s approach to enhance safety in Washington, D.C. This initiative aims to address crime effectively, with a noticeable reduction in incidents like homicides over a span of several days.
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