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Steve Marshall sworn in as Alabama attorney general Former Marshall County DA says he'll step away from any direct investigations of Gov. Robert Bentley Check out this story on montgomeryadvertiser.com: http://on.mgmadv.com/2kDLiOg Steve Marshall called it "the cloud" -- floating questions about whether the attorney general's office was investigating Gov. Robert Bentley while Luther Strange interviewed for and won appointment from Bentley to the U.S. Senate. That cloud is part of a storm front that has settled over Alabama's political leadership for the past three years.
Thursday Gov. Robert Bentley appointed Luther Strange, the Alabama attorney general, as Jeff Sessions' replacement in the U.S. Senate. Sessions, a Republican senator from Mobile, was sworn in as U.S. attorney general on Thursday. Do you agree with Bentley's selection of Strange?
Gov. Robert Bentley named Alabama Attorney General Luther Strange to fill the U.S. Senate ... . Newly appointed Alabama Sen. Luther Strange looks at Gov. Robert Bentley before Bently signed the document officially appointing Strange to the U.S. Senate during a press conference, Thursday, Feb. 9, 2017, in Montgomery, Ala... .
Alabama's governor on Thursday named state Attorney General Luther Strange to the U.S. Senate seat left empty by Jeff Sessions. Strange will replace Sessions, whose selection as U.S. attorney general by President Donald Trump was confirmed Wednesday.
Alabama's governor on Thursday named state Attorney General Luther Strange to the U.S. Senate seat left empty by Jeff Sessions . Strange will replace Sessions, whose selection as U.S. attorney general by President Donald Trump was confirmed Wednesday.
With Senator Jeff Sessions preparing for a senate confirmation hearing for the position of U.S. Attorney General, Governor Robert Bentley began interviewing candidates for the seat. "It is probably the most important decision he will make with respect to the future of America, not just Alabama, but America," U.S. Congressman Mo Brooks said.
Donald Trump Trump responds to Michelle Obama: 'We have tremendous hope' Trump greeted by trail maids during Ala. stop Groups make 0,000 ad buy to rally GOP electors against Trump MORE was greeted by several trail maids Saturday afternoon as his plane touched down at Mobile Downtown Airport in Mobile, Ala.
Gov. Robert Bentley already has a list of willing volunteers for U.S. Senate, should Jeff Sessions leave his seat for a job in President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet. Bentley's spokeswoman said "several" people have reached out to the governor about Sessions' seat.
Republican leaders of two branches of state government have been removed from office, while the head of the third branch, Gov. Robert Bentley, is facing an impeachment investigation sparked by a scandal that shows no signs of fading. The three distinct controversies involving high-profile Republicans have dominated state political headlines for many months, but it's not clear they have helped the rival party at all.
In a story Sept. 30 about suspended Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore, The Associated Press erroneously reported the age limit for judges could be raised if voters approve a measure on the November ballot to do so.
The chairman of Jefferson County Republican Party is urging lawmakers to vote "no" on an amendment to create a lottery because it would be "disastrous " for county republicans in the upcoming election. "Initially, the proposal included having a special election on the matter in Jan. 2017.
In this Feb. 17, 2015, file photo, Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore poses in front the the American flag in Montgomery, Ala. The chief justice continues to fight against gay marriage in Alabama.
Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard's conviction on ethics charges automatically removes him from office and could mean years in prison for the powerful Republican. Friday night, a jury found the one-time GOP star guilty of 12 counts of public corruption for using the influence and prestige of his political stature to benefit his companies and clients.
Friday night, a jury found the one-time GOP star guilty of 12 counts of public corruption for using the influence and prestige of his political stature to benefit his companies and clients. He faces up to 20 years in prison for each count.
Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard's conviction on ethics charges automatically removes him from office and could mean years in prison for the powerful Republican. Friday night, a jury found the one-time GOP star guilty of 12 counts of public corruption for using the influence and prestige of his political stature to benefit his companies and clients.
Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard 's conviction on ethics charges automatically removes him from office and could mean years in prison for the powerful Republican. Friday night, a jury found the one-time GOP star guilty of 12 counts of public corruption for using the influence and prestige of his political stature to benefit his companies and clients.
The meeting, set for June 15 at 10 a.m., will focus on the procedure and rules by which the committee will proceed as it conducts its investigation. The official agenda said participants will discuss and adopt: rules and procedures; subpoena process and enforcement; special counsel; and notice of letter to investigating agencies.