Courts Supreme Court weighs Louisiana redistricting case The high court heard a similar case in Alabama in 2023, which led to a second district that could elect a Black lawmaker. Mary Claire Wooten14 minutes ago
Courts Appeals court denies former officer’s request to remove judge before hearing Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals denied Mac Marquette’s request, allowing his immunity hearing to proceed as scheduled. Mary Claire WootenMarch 18, 2025
Courts DOJ drops lawsuit that halted Alabama’s voter purge The suit successfully halted the program and there is currently no sign that it will be implemented again. Jacob HolmesMarch 17, 2025
Courts Louisiana redistricting case may upturn interpretation of Voting Rights Act Alabama AG Steve Marshall led an amicus brief arguing vote dilution claims are insufficient to justify so-called “racial gerrymandering.” Chance PhillipsMarch 17, 2025
Courts U.S. Supreme Court reverses state Supreme Court ruling on unemployment suit A 5-4 majority ruled the Alabama Supreme Court incorrectly decided state law didn’t allow petitioners to sue over unemployment benefits. Chance PhillipsFebruary 24, 2025
Courts AG Marshall joins legal battle over “Fork in the Road Directive” Supported by 21 Republican AGs, the amicus brief defends President Trump’s “Fork Directive” and critiques the federal workers unions’ lawsuit. Chance PhillipsFebruary 11, 2025
Courts Case to secure Alabama’s congressional map to appear in court next week Alabama's redistricting case is heading to court again, fighting for fair representation for Black voters. Wesley WalterFebruary 7, 2025
Courts Plaintiffs seek preliminary injunction in SB129 suit A federal lawsuit was filed earlier this month, and SB129 took effect in October. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 31, 2025
Courts AG announces guilty plea for theft of charitable funds Frank Lewis Brown, a local political consultant, pleaded guilty Wednesday to stealing funds earmarked for charity. StaffJanuary 30, 2025
Courts Plaintiffs in Amos Trust case ask judge to force recusal of AG Steve Marshall The plaintiffs claim Marshall has acted "suspiciously" and question his relationship with the defendants. Josh MoonJanuary 23, 2025