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December 19, 2024

Alabama Politics

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Is government shutdown unavoidable? Trump says Johnson can ‘remain speaker’ if he gives in to demands

“Anybody that supports a bill that doesn’t take care of the Democrat quicksand known as the debt ceiling should be primaried."

By The Associated Press

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Is begging free speech or a crime? Alabama fights to keep anti-panhandling law

The arguments turned over prior precedents that have said begging as a form of free speech.

By Ralph Chapoco and Alabama Reflector

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As Alabama veterans battle mental illness, addiction, few services available to help them

In addition to the higher rates of mental illness and substance abuse, a report showed a shortage of services and disparities in some geographic areas.

By Mike Cason | mcason@al.com

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Alabama will get $1 billion in defense spending bill: Here’s where it will go

Christmas came early for Alabama's military bases and defense and aerospace industries after Congress passed the National Defense Authorization Act.

By Howard Koplowitz | hkoplowitz@al.com

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‘Porch pirates’ could get 20 years in prison under proposed Alabama law

“The Grinches among us are still trying to steal Christmas, but perhaps a 20-year prison sentence in Alabama will give their hearts plenty of time to grow three sizes.”

By Mike Cason | mcason@al.com

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Bombshell report on Matt Gaetz will be released after secret House Ethics committee vote

The damaging report effectively sunk Gaetz’ nomination by President-elect Trump to lead the Department of Justice.

By Dave Goldiner New York Daily News (TNS) and Tribune Media Services

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