Like so many of you, I was disgusted, and outraged with the post by @realDonaldTrump. Earlier today @votetimscott posted that this was “the most racist thing I’ve seen coming out of this White House.”

Black History Month is always a time for honoring and celebration, but as I said in my keynote at the N AL Black Realtists Association/ Nat’l Association of Real Estate Brokers gala last weekend, this year feels different and should also be used as a clarion call for action.

Folks, the saga of Tuberville’s residency issues keeps getting stranger. Now we have the same issue for a candidate for Lt. Gov. Here’s the latest.

We can take power away from the special interests in Montgomery by giving Alabamians the power to propose and enact laws and Constitutional amendments. A bill introduced by Rep. Lands does that. Call you AL rep and insist that they vote to pass HB14, “The AL We The People Act”

Today we said goodbye to Claudette Colvin, whose act of courage at age 15 was almost forgotten, but spurred Rosa Parks and one of the greatest movements for change. Claudette knew that injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. I was honored to speak at her funeral. RIP my friend, RIP.

Looking forward to joining my old friend Joyce Vance on her Substack live today. Hope you guys will tune it!

Hey folks, our campaign for governor handles just launched across various platforms. Please follow and boost us here at [email protected]. Lots of excitement in Alabama!

With all of the chaos in the news this week you may have missed the passing of Claudette Colvin, a true civil rights icon. It was Claudette who, at age 15, first refused to give up her seat on a Montgomery bus in 1955, prompting further action by MLK and Rosa Parks. RIP my friend

Alabama families are struggling. Leader Daniels and House Dems are fighting hard to make life more affordable. I’m going to do everything I can to help them this session, but we’re going to need your help, too. Your voices will help our Democratic legislators deliver results.

It’s the first day of the legislative session in Alabama and the Governor is giving her “State of the State” address tonight. But we’re hearing that the Republican leaders in Montgomery will not bring up the one thing that Alabamians want: allowing folks to vote on a lottery!

The AL legislature goes into session tomorrow. St Rep and future Lt Gov @EnslerPhillip are encouraging folks to pay attention and contact your rep and senator about affordability and the issues affecting Alabama families To

Renee Hope Good was not a domestic terrorist. She was a mother and a citizen of the United States. She was clearly afraid and did not deserve to die. Now let’s step back and let law enforcement investigators do their job.

January 6, 2021 was a double gut punch for me. First, I get the call that I would not be the next Attorney General. Then, I saw what you saw as the attack on the Capitol unfolded. We can never forget what we saw that day. We cannot allow anyone to rewrite the history of that day.” #January 6th

Powerball jackpot is up to $1.5 billion and money is gushing out of Alabama because we can’t buy lottery tickets here. Let’s change that in 2026! #dougforalabama

8 years ago today Alabama shocked the nation. Who’s ready to do it again? #dougforalabama

Folks I promised y’all that we’d have a big kickoff. Well today’s the day and it’s no accident that we’re making this happen 8 years to the date of our Senate victory in 2017 when we set the political world on fire. Join us for a livestream starting at 5 pm CT. The link can be found at dougjones.com

So I’ve made it official folks: I’ve filed the paperwork to run for Governor of Alabama. It’s time to remind this state of who we are and what we can accomplish together. #DougForAlabama

I wasn’t a Dick Cheney fan, but also never questioned his patriotism. Photos & videos of his funeral need to be replayed daily as reminder of what patriotism & country over party truly mean. The political diversity of the crowd honoring his life is an image of all that has made this country great.

Amazing program sponsored by @cnliberalism.org. Gives me hope for the future. Tune in live here www.youtube.com/live/vgLmBbY...

You know guys, the thing tyrants hate the most is when folks stand up to them with a smile on their face. Loved being with such a great crowd at the I Love America “Music Festival” in Birmingham yesterday!

All across the nation tomorrow, millions of people who love America will gather for “No Kings” rallies. Louise and I will be at Railroad Park in Birmingham at 10 am. Please make the effort to show up at a rally near you and demonstatrate your love for America and democracy

Not surprisingly, the cancel culture of Sinclair Broadcasting has hit locally. Kudos to my buddy Tommy Spina for speaking out. He’s had a great run speaking truth to power but I guess my appearance w/him was just too much for them. On to his new podcast “The Real Truth” www.al.com/news/birming...

Today is the 62nd anniversary of the bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham. As we honor the memory of the four young girls who died we should also remember that their deaths were fueled by the hateful rhetoric of political leaders. I talked about it live on X x.com/dougjones/st...

It is a shame that someone who once enjoyed bipartisan support has lost all credibility by defending Trump’s “shoot the messenger” way of governing. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

I love it when I get the chance to meet a hero in person. For those who don’t follow Susan Perri you should. She has had such health challenges over the last few years but she perseveres, she advocates and she inspires. It was awesome to finally meet her. @perri4health.bsky.social

Louise and I were saddened to learn of the passing of Annette Shelby, the wife of my former colleague Senator. Richard Shelby. She was truly a remarkable lady and we send our sincere condolences and prayers to Richard and the entire Shelby family. www.tuscaloosamemorial.com/obituaries/A...

OMG folks! Espstein fever has gripped DC!

This is an empty gesture that means nothing. Don’t fall for it. None of the Rule 6e exceptions for disclosure apply and besides, transcripts are just oral testimony - not docs, client lists or bank records. And giving Bondi the discretion to disclose “pertinent” transcripts, not all, is laughable.

Remarkable harmony in the data in new polls. All bad for Epstein's buddy Trump. Job approval: 41% - 54% (-13) Quinnipiac 42% -55% (-13) Civiqs 41% - 55% (-14) Econ/YouGov 42%- 58% (-16) CNN Even w/their clear info superiority & bully pulpit Trump just can't get it up. His approval that is.

The votes of Senate Republicans on the Judiciary Committee are simply shameful. While a President should be given some measure of deference in their appointments-even life time appointments-advice and consent does not mean rubber stamp. This man has no business being anywhere near the federal bench

Get well soon my old friend and 2018 Senate classmate. Your voice is always needed!

Happy 4th folks! The American Identity Project seeks to re-ignite a sense of patriotism- real patriotism -that so many have lost or at least lost faith in. I am honored to be on the advisory board w/such a stellar group of American leaders. Check us out. www.progressivepolicy.org/ppi-announce...

Hey folks, take a look at this brilliant idea by my friend Andrew Aydin - telling the stories of Hurricane Helene vivitms with COMICS. This can reach so many people. Please consider supporting however you feel comfortable. Folks in W NC still need our help www.kickstarter.com/projects/app...

Once again @thetraecrowder.bsky.social nails it! Republicans from Alabama and other red states have no political ideology anymore. They are not conservative anymore. Their only guide is Donald Trump - not the well being of their constituents

Honored to moderate this extraordonary panel. If you are in or around DC tomorrow please join us at the CAP offices

Join virtually or come if you can if you’re in the DC area

Hey folks, tune in tomorrow for the 2nd installment of The Center for American Progress program “Democracy on the Line” where I’ll be joined by a great line up of panelists: Jim Acosta, Abbe Lowell and Dean William Treanor. Check it out below www.americanprogress.org/events/democ...

What happened today to a united States Senator is outrageous. And the so-called justifications from the Administration are total BS. Here’s why

Those who truly care about democracy should pay close attention to the unfolding events in LA. Are we sleepwalkig toward authoritarianism? Are we already there? Join me tomorrow for a special CAP event discussing these issues with experts Heather Cox Richardson and Steve Levitsky.

NEWS: Ranking Member Jamie Raskin launches an investigation into Pardon Attorney Ed Martin’s role in Trump’s corrupt pardon spree after more than two dozen MAGA loyalists and wealthy criminals are pardoned during Martin's first two weeks in office.

RIP Hotlips. We will miss you

My latest on Trump, Putin, Musk and the cognitive war they are waging on democracy open.substack.com/pub/joetripp...

A legal argument the US Supreme Court used to foil Joe Biden on climate change and student debt now looms as a threat to Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs

With his pardons, which are more self serving for himself than the criminals he has pardoned, and his decison to ignore white collar crime, Trump has essential “de-funded the federal police.” www.nytimes.com/2025/05/29/u... www.nytimes.com/2025/05/29/u...

If there is one thing that I know about @JoeBiden from our many years of friendship, it that he is a fighter. Louise and I will continue to lift up Joe and Jill in our prayers as they face the challenges ahead as we wish him the speediest of recoveries.

Trump invited himself to the U of Alabama - now I am inviting you to Tuscaloosa to show the world that Alabama and the rest of America have had enough. My friend Beto O’ Rourke and I will be in Snow Hinton Park tomorrow so if you are anywhere in the vicinity please come by.

Don’t be fooled that Trump’s tariffs are just incompetence. It’s about power, just like the Exec orders issued to law firms and higher ed. He is counting on corporate America to come to him on bended knee asking for exceptions & giving loyalty in return. He doesn’t give a damn about the economy.

While everyone rightly has their haor on fire about the Signal chat, Trump and Musk are destroying Social Security from within. Break it, claim it is broken and only thir rich, billionaire buddies can fix it. Will anyone besides Democrats stand up to this BS? www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

Check out what must have happened in the Oval Office before Trump went out to hawk Teslas. x.com/dougjones/st...

Great piece by former Congressman and Presidential candidate Dick Gephardt. Hope folks in Congress pay attention