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June 29, 2025

Alabama Politics

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Alabama beach mayors face rare election challenges in 2025

All five council seats in Gulf Shores and four of the five in Orange Beach are also contested, setting the stage for an active two months of campaigning ahead of the Aug. 26 municipal election.

By John Sharp | jsharp@al.com

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Trump’s tax and spending cuts bill clears key Senate vote as Republicans race to pass it by July 4

The vote tally was 51-49 to proceed with the debate. Senate passage could be days away, and the bill would need to return to the House for more votes before it could reach the White House.

By The Associated Press

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Alabama hemp companies ask court to block new law banning smokable products

The new state law banning smokable hemp products and those with synthetically made THC takes effect Tuesday.

By Mike Cason | mcason@al.com

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Tommy Tuberville’s ‘rat’ talk isn’t just racist — it’s a warning

He's already out of ideas.

By Kyle Whitmire | kwhitmire@al.com

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Alabama library battle: Should teens have access to sex education books?

State officials want sex education titles moved to adult sections as Alabama faces high STI and teen pregnancy rates, sparking debate over parental rights versus public health concerns.

By John Sharp | jsharp@al.com

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Trump hit a hornet’s nest and the Iran/America conflict is far from over

I submit the goal of a nuclear-free Iran is nowhere near achieved.

By Retired Congressman Mo Brooks

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