7. Michael Fortson is selling two burial plots at Elmwood Cemetery, just half a football field from the final resting place of legendary Alabama head coach Bear Bryant. Initially listed for $12,000, Fortson recently reduced the asking price to $10,000, explaining that while slightly above Elmwood’s standard rates, the proximity to Bryant’s grave adds unique value. Bear Bryant, widely regarded as one of the greatest college football coaches in history, led Alabama to six national championships and 13 SEC titles during his tenure from 1958 to 1982, which was 42 years ago. The burial plots are in Lot 23, Block 37 of the cemetery, and interested buyers can contact Fortson directly through Facebook.
6. U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) is advocating for the release of billions in FEMA funds that have been frozen, leaving disaster victims without critical support. He highlighted that bureaucratic delays have hindered FEMA’s ability to distribute approximately $8 billion in disaster aid, delaying recovery for affected communities. Palmer emphasized the need for a streamlined approach to ensure immediate relief and prevent prolonged suffering for disaster victims.
5. U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) supports the creation of a Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to address inefficiencies in federal bureaucracy and bring employees back to office spaces. President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk to lead DOGE, which will tackle wasteful spending and remote work policies. Aderholt proposes budget cuts for agencies underutilizing office space, emphasizing the need for policy changes to improve productivity.
4. Pollster Nate Silver has ridiculously called for President Joe Biden to resign, citing concerns over his competence to handle the presidency in its final weeks. Responding to a report on Biden’s limited public engagement during the G20 summit in Brazil, Silver argued that the job’s high stakes, including decisions on Ukraine, require a leader fully in command. Silver, who had previously suggested Biden step aside for a stronger Democratic candidate, reiterated that Biden’s actions and approval ratings indicate he is not suited to continue in the role.
3. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) has confirmed new rules requiring individuals in the U.S. Capitol to use restrooms corresponding to their biological sex. This comes alongside a broader resolution introduced by U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.), aiming to enforce similar restrictions for members, officers, and employees of the House. Congresswoman-elect Sarah McBride (D-Del.), the first openly transgender member of Congress, has vowed to comply with new House rules requiring restroom use based on biological sex but emphasized her focus on representing Delaware and addressing key issues for families, which is her job.
2. Murderous illegal immigrant Jose Ibarra was found guilty of murdering Augusta University student Laken Riley and sentenced to life in prison for multiple charges, including malice murder and kidnapping. Alabama lawmakers, including U.S. Reps. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) and Gary Palmer (R-Hoover), criticized Biden’s border policies, arguing they enabled Ibarra’s presence in the U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) called for passage of the “Laken Riley Act,” which she sponsored to mandate the detention and removal of illegal aliens who commit crimes.
1. U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) expressed confidence that President-elect Donald Trump will act decisively to address the border crisis by reversing many of President Biden’s executive orders early in his term. Speaking on the “Livin’ the Bream” podcast, Britt highlighted the responsibility that comes with the Republican “trifecta” of controlling the presidency, House, and Senate, emphasizing voters’ demand for tangible results. She predicted Trump would prioritize reinstating border policies and undoing Biden’s 94 executive orders from his first 100 days in office.
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Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN and from 10-11 a.m. on Talk 99.5 and News Radio 1440, with a rebroadcast Talk Radio 103.9 FM/730AM WUMP from 3-4 p.m.
