Alabama Power contributed $1 million or more to the PAC each year in 2020, 2021, and 2022. Alabama elections in 2022 include a U.S. Senate race as well as the Republican primaries for the Alabama Public Service Commission (PSC), which regulates Alabama Power. Yellowhammer News, an online media outlet, has frequently run articles in support of Alabama Power’s political agenda, and of the Alabama Public Service Commission, and the site lists Alabama Power as a sponsor. While at Yellowhammer News, Ross covered energy and regulatory issues, such as actions of the Alabama Public Service Commission, often including quotes from commissioners. Britt’s husband, Wesley, worked for Alabama Power before stepping down because of her campaign, according to AL.com, which interviewed the Britts.

Source: The Guardian May 13, 2022 02:25 UTC