7. Jaden Ivey was waived by the Chicago Bulls after a social media rant criticizing Pride Month celebrations and Catholicism, with the move sparking debate over religious beliefs versus “free speech”; other Christian athletes rallied in support of Ivey, defending his right to express faith-based views without professional repercussions.

6. The Alabama State House passed an overtime tax cut and a grocery tax holiday, providing relief to hourly workers and families by reducing the tax burden on overtime pay and essential food items.

5. President Donald Trump signed an executive order overhauling mail-in voting rules nationwide as a major election integrity push, tightening verification requirements, deadlines, and oversight to reduce fraud risks in absentee and mail ballots.

4. The Supreme Court struck down Colorado’s ban on conversion therapy for LGBTQAI+ minors in an 8-1 ruling, protecting parents’ and minors’ rights to access counseling aligned with their beliefs and religious convictions.

3. Alabama GOP Chairman and State Rep. Scott Stadthagen (R-Hartselle) made a strong push for a bill he says the party wants, calling it “the time to strike” on key legislative priorities, including election security and conservative policy goals during the current session.

2. Governor Kay Ivey underwent a minor medical procedure and is expected to make a “very speedy and full recovery,” with her office assuring the public that she remains actively engaged in state business during the brief recovery period.

1. President Donald Trump will address the nation and stated the war against Iran “won’t last much longer,” signaling it is nearing its end, while emphasizing the Strait of Hormuz will reopen and hopefully lower oil and gas prices, Iran continues strikes on Gulf targets, and has rejected truce offers, but back-channel talks involving Pakistan, China, and other intermediaries are reportedly progressing.

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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.