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Next Meeting - 07/14/25, 7 PM, Ozark-Dale Library
Focus on Alabama Federal Officials (Post 2024 Election):
AL.com: Gavin Newsom calls out Alabama murder rate after Tuberville says LA is ‘a third world country’
Comment: "Tuberville joined President Donald Trump in calling for Newsom’s arrest after he claimed the federal government was overstepping its bounds when Trump activated the National Guard -- without the governor’s permission to maintain order in Los Angeles."
Congressman Shomari Figures and Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed react to potential Job Corps shutdown
Comment: " 'At a time where we are seeing jobs being outsourced, this is key to making sure we can do what we call onshore more jobs, and more manufacturing, and more capabilities here in the United States, and making sure that it’s fully funded permanently, and not something that we continue to have to fight with every single appropriations budget about the relevance of it,' Figures said."
"Figures says without Job Corps, the futures of young people are in jeopardy."
Tommy Tuberville is worried this part of Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ will hurt Alabama - al.com
Tuberville raises alarms on GOP food-aid plan as he seeks governorship - Live Updates - POLITICO
Comment: "Several former Republican governors in the Senate have sounded alarms over a controversial House GOP plan to help pay for the Trump megabill by pushing billions in federal food aid costs to states."
"Now there’s a would-be governor raising similar concerns. Behind the scenes in recent days, Sen. Tommy Tuberville of Alabama raised issues over the provision with GOP leaders and pushed for the plan to be scaled back, according to three Republicans granted anonymity to describe the conversations."
Who could replace Tuberville in the Senate
https://share.newsbreak.com/da6jnq5q
He voted for Trump, twice. Now he wants to take down MAGA and the "pathetic" Tommy Tuberville
https://www.yahoo.com/news/voted-trump-twice-now-wants-094504011.html
Comment: Having been a Republican and having voted for Trump twice, can he be qualified to run as a Democratic candidate?
Military Moves, School Enrollment and Spouse Employment Were Upended by Tuberville Promotions Blockade
Reps. Sewell, Figures introduce Bridge to Medicaid Act to cover uninsured Alabamians
Trump firing first Black librarian of Congress by email a ‘disgrace,’ Alabama Democrat says
The Guardian: US House approves ‘dumb’ legislation renaming Gulf of Mexico ‘Gulf of America’
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/may/08/us-house-gulf-of-mexico
Comment: If this legislation becomes law, how much will it cost Alabama Gulf Coast businesses and state/local governments to implement it? Our congressman, Barry Moore, cosponsored this bill from Marjorie Taylor Greene.
Alabama Democrat introduces legislation to protect land-grant schools
Senator Tommy Tuberville: We "can't afford" due process | Video | waaytv.com
Comment: Is this Tommy Tuberville's idea of defending the Constitution?
AL.com: Rural hospitals could get $5 million grants under Alabama congressman’s bipartisan bill
Barry Moore: President Trump is delivering on his promises – and the swamp is terrified - Yellowhammer News
Comment: "Are Moore's statements credible to anyone outside of Trump's MAGA base?
U.S. Rep. Barry Moore: Gulf Coast industries 'excited' about Trump’s tariffs
Comment: Are the majority of industries on the Alabama Gulf Coast "excited" about the tariffs, including those associated with shipping in and out of the Port of Mobile?
WSFA: Federal legislation targets financial relief for Alabama’s rural hospitals
Comment: Legislation introduced by Alabama Democratic Congressman Shomari Figures. Includes Video.
U.S. Senator Katie Britt Reaffirms Unwavering Support for Israel on 77th Day of Independence, Joins Colleagues in Effort to Combat UN’s Persecution of Israel - Senator Katie Britt
Comment: Please evaluate Britt's promise of "unwavering support" in the context of recent headlines from the Middle East:
"AP News: Gaza aid dries up as Israeli blockade enters a third month "
"Reuters: Restrictions on aid deliveries by foreign governments may violate law, US lawmakers say"
"The Guardian: Gaza will be entirely destroyed, Israeli minister says"
"CNN: Netanyahu vows to relocate Gaza’s population after security cabinet approves plan to ‘conquer’ the enclave"
"The Independent: Israeli cabinet approves plan to capture all of Gaza and keep its soldiers there indefinitely"
Links to these articles can be found under our Foreign Policy news heading.
NPR: New congressional district gives voice to Black voters in Alabama
https://www.npr.org/2025/05/01/nx-s1-5345820/alabama-black-voters-new-second-congressional-district
Video: Watch "Tommy Tuberville Discusses Possible Run For Alabama Governor" on YouTube
https://youtu.be/1xmB8IrtVPs?feature=shared
NBC News: Sen. Tommy Tuberville is telling senators he plans to run for governor of Alabama
AL.com: Alabama political heavyweights gear up to battle for Tuberville’s Senate seat: Who to watch
Video: Watch "Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville on the NIH cuts impact on UAB" on YouTube
https://youtu.be/-IijdggiAwY?feature=shared
Disillusioned by the Republican Party, Kyle Sweetser is challenging Tuberville in 2026
Comment: Running as a Democrat?
Foley speaking engagement by US Rep. Barry Moore sparks protest
Lifelong Alabama Republican who bashed Trump at DNC running to send ‘Tuberville back to Florida’ - al.com
Comment: Lifelong Republican running as a Democrat?
Mobile businessman launches campaign to take on Tommy Tuberville in 2026
AL.com: Alabama Republicans back Trump budget plan despite past deficit warnings
Tuberville skips crucial Joint Chiefs vote to attend Masters, sources say
AL.com: Tommy Tuberville wants to sell you something
https://www.al.com/news/2025/04/tommy-tuberville-wants-to-sell-you-something.html
Democrat Dakarai Larriett launches U.S. Senate campaign
https://www.cullmantribune.com/2025/04/07/democrat-dakarai-larriett-launches-u-s-senate-campaign/
Sen. Tommy Tuberville Says 'Woke Globalists' Are ‘Pushing Kids’ To Become Transgender Athletes In Women’s Sports
https://www.yahoo.com/news/sen-tommy-tuberville-says-woke-212606089.html
Comment: Does anyone else think that this is the master plan of the "woke globalists?" Please remember that these ridiculous statements are from your senator. These type of statements adversely impact outside perceptions regarding the intelligence of Alabama citizens, who actually tend to be a lot smarter than "Coach."
Tuberville’s proposal for academy athletes to go pro undermines duty
AL.com: Relocating FBI headquarters to Huntsville ‘not a good move,’ Rep. Dale Strong says in phone town hall
Email shows senator did receive town hall invite, despite Tuberville saying otherwise | WBHM 90.3
Crypto News: Bitcoin in retirement plans? Sen. Tuberville revives crypto bill
https://crypto.news/bitcoin-in-retirement-plans-sen-tuberville-revives-crypto-bill/
The Hill: Moskowitz quips that Bin Laden supports Lee’s bill to abolish the TSA
Comment: It's not just Mike Lee's bill. Tuberville is involved with him in the attempt to abolish the TSA.
AL.com: Tuberville backs detaining of Alabama doctoral student Homeland Security says posed ‘security concerns’
Comment: As usual, Tuberville has a comment about 'security concerns' without having any knowledge, one way or the other.
Video: From AL Democratic Congresswoman Terri Sewell: I just got some very troubling news.
https://x.com/RepTerriSewell/status/1905321508601241785
Comment: About $190M CDC grant for Alabama terminated without warning, impacting county health departments throughout AL.
As GOP cuts back on town halls, Shomari Figures bashes DOGE cuts in Mobile
Comment: Although Democrat Shomari Figures represents Alabama Congressional District 2 (adjacent to our District 1 - Barry Moore), at least he is not afraid to speak in person with his constituents in a town hall meeting.
Sewell, Figures ask that historic Montgomery Bus Station, Freedom Rides Museum not be sold
Sen. Tommy Tuberville Accidentally Comes Up With A Demonic New Name For A Triangle
https://www.yahoo.com/news/sen-tommy-tuberville-accidentally-comes-042616970.html
Group warns federal funding cuts could hurt Alabamians as Congress considers budget
Trump Deportations Hit Major—and Costly—Snag
https://www.yahoo.com/news/trump-deportations-hit-major-costly-145327942.html
Comment: See Tuberville's comment in article.
Video: Watch SEN. KATIE BRITT'S WEAK RESPONSE TO NIH CUTS on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/ouDJLcPQwdY
AL.com: ‘Lip service over public service?’: Billboard slams Sen. Britt over UAB funding cuts
Video: Alabama is learning the hard way what happens when its senators don't do their jobs
https://www.tiktok.com/@alabamafication/video/7470514264931896622
AL.com: Alabama learns what happens when senators don’t do their jobs
https://www.al.com/news/2025/02/alabama-learns-what-happens-when-senators-dont-do-their-jobs.html
Alabama Congressional Maps Go on Trial - Democracy Docket
https://www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/alabama-congressional-maps-go-on-trial/
WSFA: Alabama congressman co-sponsors bill to expand health care coverage (Shomari Figures)
https://www.wsfa.com/2025/02/06/alabama-congressman-co-sponsors-bill-expand-health-care-coverage/
Video: Watch "WATCH: 5 things to know about birthright citizenship" on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32VA1axPaMs
Video: Watch "The history and legacy of birthright citizenship in the U.S." on YouTube
https://youtu.be/yEVBlXP5LBY?feature=shared
Sen. Britt introduces legislation to codify Trump birthright citizenship ban into law
Air Force says it will teach video on first Black pilots after DEI review
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/air-force-tuskegee-airmen-dei-compliance-trump-rcna189365
Sewell calls on Air Force to reinstate Tuskegee Airmen video: ‘not DEI,’ but history
Alabama Political Reporter: Sen. Britt continues to pursue anti-immigration agenda, introduces POLICE Act
Video: US Sen. Tommy Tuberville says he didn't see it? (Jan. 6 riot at capital)
https://www.tiktok.com/@alabamafication/video/7465722412601003310
AL.com: ‘Mind boggling act of cowardice,’ late-night comedian says of Tuberville’s pardon reaction
Alabama Political Reporter: Sens. Britt and Tuberville co-sponsor bill to repeal methane tax
Tuberville praises Pete Hegseth at hearing: Claims ‘woke’ policies hurt military recruitment - al.com
Republican senator says California ‘doesn’t deserve funding’ after devastating wildfires | The Independent (Tommy Tuberville)
Jon Stewart slams Tuberville’s ‘psychotic’ California wildfire comments: ‘There’s something wrong with you’ - al.com
CNN VIDEO: Sen. Britt argues for bill’s aim to overturn Supreme Court precedent on immigration | CNN Politics
AL.com: Rep. Figures builds cross-aisle relationships in first weeks in Congress
AL.com: Alabama freshman Rep. Figures to focus on infrastructure, farming in new committee roles
WSFA: Alabama congressman signs onto Gulf of Mexico name-change legislation (Barry Moore)
https://www.wsfa.com/2025/01/10/alabama-congressman-signs-onto-gulf-mexico-name-change-legislation/
AL.com: Tommy Tuberville said he has ‘paid close to a million dollars in Social Security.’ That’s impossible
Alabama congressman moves to abolish ATF for ‘unconstitutional overreach,’ violating gun rights (Barry Moore)
Blumenthal slams Tuberville for saying vetting Trump picks not GOP’s ‘job’
https://www.yahoo.com/news/blumenthal-slams-tuberville-saying-vetting-153456343.html
Tuberville praises defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth amid misconduct allegations
Tommy Tuberville backs Trump’s plan for Department of Education: ‘SHUT IT DOWN!’
AL.com: Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville endorses Rick Scott for majority leader: ‘America First agenda...now’
Tuberville says Biden should be ‘arrested’: Claims Democrats ‘stole’ 2020 election from Trump - al.com
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