News · AL
Senate passes Britt bill on clergy and Social Security
Economy and jobsThe measure would give clergy another opportunity under Social Security but must complete the federal lawmaking process.
The Ballot Alabama News DeskOct 3, 2026
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The Ballot Alabama News Desk
Daily political news from Alabama
The News Desk follows the daily political news in Alabama, from campaign developments to government decisions, sourced from public records and reporting.
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Alabama attorney general announces TikTok settlement
Elections and votingAlabama’s attorney general has announced a settlement with TikTok valued in the millions of dollars.
The Ballot Alabama News DeskOct 2, 2026
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Alabama’s 2026 Election Page Lacks Specific Race Details
Elections and votingThe election entry pairs Alabama’s 2026 contests with past presidential results but does not name a race or candidate.
The Ballot Alabama News DeskSep 26, 2026
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House approves Russia-Iran sanctions bill backed by Britt
Foreign policyThe House passed a foreign-policy bill addressing sanctions on Russia and Iran, with support from Britt.
The Ballot Alabama News DeskSep 21, 2026
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Alabama executes Jeffery Lee for 1998 pawn shop killings
Energy and environmentThe state used lethal injection three months after a federal judge blocked Lee’s planned execution with nitrogen gas.
The Ballot Alabama News DeskSep 18, 2026
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House passes Tuskegee Airmen post office naming bill
Elections and votingThe measure would rename a U.S. post office in honor of the Tuskegee Airmen and must clear the remaining federal lawmaking steps.
The Ballot Alabama News DeskSep 18, 2026
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Ivey approves Alabama workforce Pell program
Elections and votingGov. Ivey has approved an Alabama workforce Pell program, a state policy action not directly connected to an election or candidate race.
The Ballot Alabama News DeskSep 16, 2026
Candidate profile · AL
Candidate profile: Rodney Walker
Elections and votingRepublican Rodney Walker is running in Alabama’s contested 2026 U.S. Senate election, scheduled for Nov. 3.
The Ballot Alabama News DeskSep 10, 2026