Former Navy Veteran and Food Writer Enters Competitive Race for Ex-Boss’s Senate Position
US Navy Captain Announces Run for U.S. Senate Seat in Alabama On Monday, Morgan Murphy, a US Navy captain, national security officer, and cookbook author, declared his candidacy for Alabama’s open U.S. Senate seat. His announcement comes as a part of a crowded Republican field, succeeding former Senator Tommy Tuberville. Murphy, who identifies as a […]
Morgan Murphy, former aide to Tuberville, joins the 2026 Alabama U.S. Senate race
Morgan Murphy, a former aide to U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) and most recently part of the White House staff, is gearing up to announce his candidacy for Alabama’s open U.S. Senate seat at a Birmingham event tonight. This detail was reported by USA TODAY. At 53, Murphy, who serves as a captain in the […]
Senate Approves Mike Waltz as Ambassador to the UN
Senate Confirms Mike Waltz as UN Ambassador The Senate approved Mike Waltz, previously a national security adviser under President Donald Trump, as the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations on Friday afternoon. The vote was generally split along party lines, with a close tally of 47-43, just ahead of the UN General Assembly session set […]
Sen. Britt talks about the risks of AI chatbots in a Senate Judiciary Subcommittee meeting.
Senator Addresses AI Risks for Youth U.S. Senator Katie Britt, a Republican from Alabama, recently emphasized the importance of examining how children and teenagers interact with artificial intelligence chatbots. She expressed concerns about potential exposure to sexual content, mental health challenges, and a distorted sense of human connection. Britt made these remarks during a hearing […]
Large group of Trump nominations advances in the Senate following changes to rules by Republicans
Senate Approves Presidential Appointees in Batch Vote WASHINGTON – On Thursday, the US Senate cast a 51-47 vote to approve a large group of presidential appointees, following new rules set by GOP leadership. This change allows multiple nominations to be voted on together, rather than individually. This vote comes after extensive discussions about whether senators […]
Senate Approves 48 of Trump’s Nominees — Among Them Kimberly Guilfoyle — in One Vote
The Senate confirmed around 48 candidates for President Donald Trump in a single vote on Thursday, following a change made by Senate Republicans last week. The final tally was 51 to 47, sticking to party lines for these nominees who are set to fill various federal roles and represent the U.S. abroad. Republican leaders are […]
Democrat Joins Competitive Senate Race, Complicating Situation and Assisting GOP Incumbent
Daila Smith Rodriguez Announces Senate Campaign Against Susan Collins Daila Smith Rodriguez, a leader in the Civil Air Force, has officially declared her candidacy for the Senate, aiming to challenge incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins. Smith Rodriguez, a Democrat, has expressed her desire to bring a new perspective to Maine, suggesting that fresh voices are […]
Former CDC Director Hesitates on Important Questions Regarding Dismissal at Senate Hearing
CDC Hearing Raises More Questions Than Answers During a Senate hearing on Wednesday, Susan Monales from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention faced off against Robert F. Kennedy Jr. from the Department of Health and Human Services. The discussions, however, seemed to leave many issues unresolved. Monales didn’t clearly answer inquiries regarding her stance […]
GOP Must Avoid a Setback in the Louisiana Senate Race
Concerns for Louisiana’s Republican Future Having been part of Republican politics for quite some time, I’ve witnessed the rise of strong candidates and the fall of others due to unforeseen issues. I genuinely think that Senator Bill Cassidy is leading Louisiana Republicans toward a rough election next November. The numbers speak volumes. A recent survey […]
Doug Harwell receives endorsement for Alabama Senate District 34 from the Alabama Associated General Contractors
The Alabama Associated Contractors Political Action Committee (AGCPAC) has announced its endorsement of Doug Harwell for State Senate District 34. Currently, District 34 is represented by Sen. Jack W. Williams (R-Wilmer), who has served since 2018. However, Williams is not running for re-election in 2026 as he pursues a position in the Agriculture and Industry […]