Alex Angle

Alex Angle is the Washington Correspondent for Alabama Alabama Public Television. Based on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., Alex covers the state's congressional delegation and how their actions and votes ...

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A runoff looks likely for Alabama’s US Senate seat, but who might that include?

A runoff looks likely for Alabama’s US Senate seat, but who might that include?

40% of likely Republican primary voters are still unsure who they'll back.

May 13, 2026


Alabama primaries are set for May 19 as the state awaits court action

Alabama primaries are set for May 19 as the state awaits court action

Alabama's primary elections are still scheduled for two weeks from Tuesday.

May 5, 2026


Britt, Tuberville split on bipartisan housing affordability bill

Britt, Tuberville split on bipartisan housing affordability bill

Sen. Katie Britt voted for the bipartisan housing bill, while Sen. Tommy Tuberville opposed the legislation.

March 13, 2026


U.S. House passes GOP election bill

U.S. House passes GOP election bill

The SAVE America Act would require voters to prove their U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections.

February 12, 2026


House passes final spending package, Alabama delegation split on DHS bill

House passes final spending package, Alabama delegation split on DHS bill

All of Alabama's delegation supported a package to fund the departments of Defense, Health, and Education but split on the DHS bill.

January 23, 2026


Patrol vehicles to AI research: Alabama set to receive $102M in earmarks from latest spending package

Patrol vehicles to AI research: Alabama set to receive $102M in earmarks from latest spending package

The Senate advanced the roughly $175 billion three-bill package Monday by a vote of 80-13.

January 13, 2026


Alabama congressional Republicans re-up support for Venezuela operation after briefings

Alabama congressional Republicans re-up support for Venezuela operation after briefings

Alabama Republicans voiced support for the Trump administration’s Venezuela raid after classified briefings.

January 8, 2026


‘Flawed system,’ Alabama leaders hopeful a reimbursement change could help struggling hospitals

‘Flawed system,’ Alabama leaders hopeful a reimbursement change could help struggling hospitals

A proposed change to reclassify rural hospitals under the wage index could help struggling hospitals survive in Alabama.

January 5, 2026


Isaacman confirmed to lead NASA after earning Britt’s support

Isaacman confirmed to lead NASA after earning Britt’s support

Alabama’s two U.S. senators voted to confirm Jared Isaacman to be NASA Administrator on Wednesday.

December 18, 2025


Alabama GOP lawmakers back Republican health care plan that doesn’t extend subsidies 

Alabama GOP lawmakers back Republican health care plan that doesn’t extend subsidies 

Alabama's GOP House members supported the Republican health care legislation that does not extend pandemic-era health insurance subsidies.

December 18, 2025


TVA's Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant renewed for 20 years

TVA’s Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant renewed for 20 years

TVA's Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant will now operate until the mid-2050s to provide power to more than 2 million homes.

December 16, 2025


Hegseth designates Space Command in Huntsville

Hegseth designates Space Command in Huntsville

Alabama's entire congressional delegation joined Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to designate Huntsville as the home of Space Command.

December 14, 2025


Senate rejects dueling health care bills, Britt & Tuberville vote for GOP plan

Senate rejects dueling health care bills, Britt & Tuberville vote for GOP plan

The U.S. Senate failed to advance competing partisan health care bills as Alabamians brace for a spike in premiums.

December 12, 2025


U.S. House passes defense policy bill led by Rogers

U.S. House passes defense policy bill led by Rogers

The defense bill will authorize $197 million for construction at Alabama's military bases.

December 11, 2025


Fannie Mae office to relocate to Birmingham, Tuberville says

Fannie Mae office to relocate to Birmingham, Tuberville says

The mortgage finance provider will now have an office in Birmingham, Alabama.

December 11, 2025


House votes to repeal payout for senators; Tuberville plans to sue 

House votes to repeal payout for senators; Tuberville plans to sue 

Can the government search a senator's phone records without their knowledge?

November 20, 2025


Alabama’s delegation votes to release Epstein files

Alabama’s delegation votes to release Epstein files

Alabama's delegation voted to release the Epstein files after President Trump endorsement.

November 19, 2025


Alabamians brace for higher premiums as Congress has no clear plan to extend health insurance subsidies

Alabamians brace for higher premiums as Congress has no clear plan to extend health insurance subsidies

Without an extension of ACA enhanced tax credits, Alabamians can expect to pay high premiums for health insurance next year.

November 13, 2025


House votes to end shutdown, Alabama delegation split on party lines

House votes to end shutdown, Alabama delegation split on party lines

Alabama's U.S. House lawmakers returned to Washington after more than 50 days for a vote to bring an end to the shutdown.

November 12, 2025


Senate passes bill to end shutdown, moves to House; Britt at center of negotiations.

Senate passes bill to end shutdown, moves to House; Britt at center of negotiations.

The federal government is one step closer to reopening after the Senate passed a new funding measure Monday.

November 11, 2025


Britt involved in bipartisan talks on how to end the shutdown

Britt involved in bipartisan talks on how to end the shutdown

Alabama Sen. Katie Britt is playing a pivotal role in bipartisan conversations aimed at ending the shutdown gridlock.

November 5, 2025


Ivey directs $2M of emergency funds to food banks to support SNAP recipients

Ivey directs $2M of emergency funds to food banks to support SNAP recipients

The $2 million will go toward eight food banks in Alabama, which serve all of the state's 67 counties.

November 4, 2025


Colorado sues Trump administration over Space Command move

Colorado sues Trump administration over Space Command move

Colorado is suing the Trump administration for retaliating against Colorado by relocating Space Command headquarters to Huntsville.

October 30, 2025


Alabama food banks expect ‘unprecedented’ demand as SNAP benefits halt

Alabama food banks expect ‘unprecedented’ demand as SNAP benefits halt

The pause is already testing food banks and pantries statewide. Feeding Alabama has warned that demand will be “unprecedented.”

October 29, 2025


Montgomery shooting prompts Britt to ask AG Bondi about countering crime

Montgomery shooting prompts Britt to ask AG Bondi about countering crime

Britt presses Attorney General Bondi for federal support as officials seek answers in deadly downtown shooting.

October 8, 2025


‘No solution.’ Alabama WIC could run out of money if shutdown persists

‘No solution.’ Alabama WIC could run out of money if shutdown persists

Food aid for 111,000 Alabama mothers and children at risk as shutdown stalls funding.

October 7, 2025


Alabama lawmakers weigh in on the government shutdown

Alabama lawmakers weigh in on the government shutdown

Partisan clash over ACA subsidies fuels budget standoff as Alabama leaders trade blame for federal shutdown’s impact on workers and families.

October 1, 2025


Alabama GOP legislators urge U.S. Senate to avoid a government shutdown

Alabama GOP legislators urge U.S. Senate to avoid a government shutdown

State GOP leaders warn a shutdown would hurt Alabama’s workers, military families and local economies as Senate talks stall over funding deal.

September 30, 2025


A look into how Alabama leaders want to spend rural health funds

A look into how Alabama leaders want to spend rural health funds

State officials weigh priorities like workforce, maternal care and telehealth as they craft a five-year plan for spending new rural health dollars.

September 30, 2025


Here’s who could be impacted in Alabama by the expiration of ACA tax credits

Here’s who could be impacted in Alabama by the expiration of ACA tax credits

Premium hikes and potential coverage losses loom for more than 400,000 Alabamians as Congress debates the future of enhanced ACA subsidies.

September 30, 2025


Ousted CDC director testimony conflicts with RFK, Tuberville says it’s hard to find ‘truth’

Ousted CDC director testimony conflicts with RFK, Tuberville says it’s hard to find ‘truth’

Fired CDC chief Susan Monarez defended defying Robert F. Kennedy in a heated Senate hearing.

September 18, 2025


Britt joins bipartisan push to designate Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism

Britt joins bipartisan push to designate Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism

Senators say the designation would impose crippling sanctions on Moscow until abducted Ukrainian children are returned.

September 15, 2025


Alabama lawmakers, city leaders meet with Space Command leader to discuss transition

Alabama lawmakers, city leaders meet with Space Command leader to discuss transition

Space Command fast-tracks move to Huntsville, promising jobs and national security boost.

September 12, 2025


House approves defense policy bill, Alabama delegation split along party lines

House approves defense policy bill, Alabama delegation split along party lines

House passes $893B defense bill with Alabama GOP backing, Democrats split over partisan amendments.

September 12, 2025


Trump administration officials froze funds Alabama relies on. Britt pushed back.

Trump administration officials froze funds Alabama relies on. Britt pushed back.

Britt urges the administration to implement appropriated NIH funding.

August 20, 2025


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