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Tuberville urges swift confirmation of Trump's cabinet picks

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) recently appeared on Fox Business with Larry Kudlow, alongside U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO), to discuss President Trump's cabinet nominations following his election victory.

By Mobile Courant | Nov 19, 2024

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Tuberville criticizes Democratic Farm Bill proposal as inadequate

Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama has expressed his concerns regarding the Farm Bill proposal recently released by Senate Democrats.

By Mobile Courant | Nov 18, 2024

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Tuberville addresses farm bill and conservation at AACD annual meeting

By Mobile Courant | Nov 15, 2024

Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville participated in the Alabama Association of Conservation Districts' (AACD) annual meeting held in Orange Beach, Alabama.

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Guntersville VA clinic to be renamed after Colonel Ola Lee Mize

By Mobile Courant | Nov 14, 2024

The U.S. Senate has unanimously approved a bill introduced by Senators Tommy Tuberville and Katie Britt to rename the Department of Veterans Affairs outpatient clinic in Guntersville, Alabama.

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Senator Tuberville honors Alabama veterans with heartfelt Senate floor speech

By Mobile Courant | Nov 12, 2024

Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville delivered a speech on the Senate floor to honor Veterans Day and recognize veterans for their service and sacrifice.

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Senators urge federal agencies to act decisively against Hamas

By Mobile Courant | Nov 8, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville, alongside Senators Roger Wicker and Jim Risch, has joined forces with 11 other Senate colleagues in urging several federal agencies to focus on the elimination of Hamas.

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Tuberville names Patrick Jump as November "Veteran of the Month

By Mobile Courant | Nov 4, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville has announced USMC Corporal Patrick Jump of Robertsdale as the November "Veteran of the Month."

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Tuberville advocates for permanent daylight saving time with new legislation

By Mobile Courant | Nov 3, 2024

As Alabamians adjusted their clocks, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville reiterated his call for Congress to pass the bipartisan Sunshine Protection Act.

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Senators criticize DHS over tuberculosis concerns tied to border policy

By Mobile Courant | Nov 1, 2024

U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville, Mike Lee, and Roger Marshall have criticized the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for its handling of what they describe as a tuberculosis surge linked to illegal immigration.

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Tuberville pushes for permanent daylight saving time with Sunshine Protection Act

By Mobile Courant | Oct 30, 2024

As the time change approaches, Senator Tommy Tuberville continues his efforts to make Daylight Saving Time (DST) permanent through the bipartisan Sunshine Protection Act.

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Tuberville criticizes Biden-Harris plan on veteran healthcare

By Mobile Courant | Oct 29, 2024

Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville expressed concerns in an op-ed for the Daily Caller about the Biden-Harris administration's approach to veteran healthcare.

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Tuberville addresses energy issues at PowerSouth luncheon in Andalusia

By Mobile Courant | Oct 25, 2024

Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville spoke at a luncheon organized by PowerSouth Energy Cooperative in Andalusia, Alabama.

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Tuberville criticizes VP Harris over immigration policy stance

By Mobile Courant | Oct 18, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville recently appeared on Fox Business Network with Larry Kudlow to discuss Vice President Kamala Harris' handling of immigration policies during her interview with Bret Baier. Tuberville criticized Harris, saying, "The only thing that we learned was how obsessed—absolutely obsessed—she was with Donald Trump."

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Senator Tuberville highlights challenges faced by Alabama's forestry sector

By Mobile Courant | Oct 17, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville, representing Alabama, recently led a forestry tour across the state in collaboration with the Alabama Forestry Association and the Alabama Forestry Commission. During this tour, he examined various facets of the forestry industry and its supply chain while discussing challenges posed by rising inflation.

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Tuberville challenges Biden-Harris administration's highway emissions regulation

By Mobile Courant | Oct 8, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville, representing Alabama, has joined Senator Kevin Cramer from North Dakota in filing an amicus brief urging the Appeals Court to uphold a previous ruling that deemed a Biden-Harris administration rule illegal. The contested rule mandates uniform requirements for state departments of transportation and cities regarding greenhouse gas emissions on highways.

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Tuberville criticizes FEMA response to Hurricane Helene on Fox Business

By Mobile Courant | Oct 8, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville recently appeared on the Fox Business Network show "Kudlow," hosted by David Asman, to discuss the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) response to Hurricane Helene under the Biden-Harris administration. Tuberville criticized FEMA for its delayed response and alleged misallocation of funds.

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Tuberville honors John Vick as Veteran of the Month

By Mobile Courant | Oct 7, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville has recognized U.S. Navy Lieutenant John Vick of Andalusia as the "Veteran of the Month" for October. John Vick, who founded the Covington Veterans Foundation, is celebrated for his dedication to honoring veterans in Covington County.

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Tuberville introduces resolution condemning October 7 attack on Israel

By Mobile Courant | Oct 7, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville, representing Alabama, has introduced a resolution condemning the attack on Israel that took place on October 7, 2023. The resolution underscores the United States' commitment to ensuring "the forever survival of Israel; destroy the ability of Hamas to reconstitute any leadership role in the region; and safely release and return all United States hostages."

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U.S. Senators demand DOJ accountability over voter registration issues

By Mobile Courant | Oct 4, 2024

U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Tommy Tuberville, and Bill Hagerty have raised concerns with U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland regarding the Department of Justice's handling of noncitizens registering to vote in federal elections. They have criticized the DOJ for not taking action against these instances and failing to respond to a previous inquiry sent on July 12, 2024.

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Tuberville calls for focus on Alabama's waterway infrastructure issues

By Mobile Courant | Oct 3, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville from Alabama has expressed concerns over infrastructure challenges affecting the state's waterways. In a recent statement, Tuberville highlighted issues with the Holt Lock on the Tenn-Tom waterway, noting that it is one of three locks that have failed this year in Alabama.