History of Katie Britt in Timeline

Katie Britt is the junior United States Senator from Alabama, serving since 2023. A Republican, she is the first woman elected to the U.S. Senate from Alabama and the youngest Republican woman ever elected to the Senate. Prior to her senatorial role, Britt was president and CEO of the Business Council of Alabama (2019-2021) and served as chief of staff for Senator Richard Shelby (2016-2018). Her career reflects a trajectory of political and business leadership within Alabama.

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February 2, 1982: Katie Britt's Birth

On February 2, 1982, Katie Elizabeth Boyd Britt was born. This marks the beginning of her life and eventual career in politics.

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2000: Graduation from Enterprise High School

In 2000, Katie Britt graduated from Enterprise High School, where she was a cheerleader and valedictorian. This marked the end of her secondary education and the beginning of her higher education pursuits.

May 2004: Joined Senator Richard Shelby's staff

In May 2004, Katie Britt joined the staff of U.S. Senator Richard Shelby as a deputy press secretary, marking the beginning of her career in government service.

2004: Karla Jacinto Romero was forced into Prostitution

In 2004, Karla Jacinto Romero, a woman mentioned in Britt's speech, was 12 years old and forced into prostitution in Mexican brothels. She eventually escaped four years later.

2004: Graduation from the University of Alabama

In 2004, Katie Britt graduated from the University of Alabama with a Bachelor of Science degree in political science. During her time at the university, she was also elected president of the Student Government Association.

2007: Worked as Special Assistant to the University of Alabama president

In 2007, Katie Britt left Senator Shelby's staff to work as a special assistant to University of Alabama president Robert Witt, taking on a new role in higher education administration.

March 8, 2008: Marriage to Wesley Britt

On March 8, 2008, Katie Britt married Wesley Britt, a former NFL player. They met while attending the University of Alabama.

2013: Graduation from the University of Alabama School of Law

In 2013, Katie Britt graduated from the University of Alabama School of Law with a Juris Doctor degree. This marked a significant milestone in her education and prepared her for a career in law and politics.

March 2014: Joined Butler Snow LLP

In March 2014, after Johnston Barton Proctor & Rose LLP shut down, Katie Britt and other former employees joined the Birmingham office of Butler Snow LLP. She initiated the firm's government affairs branch.

November 2015: Returned to Shelby's Staff for Reelection Campaign

In November 2015, Katie Britt took a leave of absence from Butler Snow to rejoin Richard Shelby's staff as the deputy campaign manager and communications director for his reelection campaign.

2015: Karla Jacinto Romero spoke to Congressional committee

In 2015, Karla Jacinto Romero told her story to a Congressional committee in Washington, which was unrelated to the US border or cartels. This event was referenced in Britt's later speech.

May 2016: Forecasted as Future Leader

In May 2016, Yellowhammer News forecasted that Katie Britt would be one of "the people who will be running Alabama in a few years", recognizing her growing influence in Alabama politics.

2017: Supports the RAISE Act

Katie Britt supports the RAISE Act, which was first introduced by Senator Tom Cotton in 2017, supporting skills and merit-based legal immigration.

December 2018: Selected as President and CEO of the Business Council of Alabama

In December 2018, Katie Britt was selected as the president and CEO of the Business Council of Alabama, effective January 2, becoming the first woman to lead the organization.

2020: Aligned with Trump's claims on the 2020 election

As a Senate candidate, Katie Britt gave credence to former President Donald Trump's false claims of fraud in the 2020 presidential election.

2020: Events at Twitter in 2020

Following the release of the Twitter Files in December 2022, Katie Britt criticized Big Tech and expressed her anticipation for congressional hearings to investigate the events that occurred at Twitter in 2020.

2020: "Keep Alabama Open" effort during the COVID-19 pandemic

In 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, Katie Britt led a "Keep Alabama Open" initiative to self-govern business affairs and maintain employment by avoiding shutdowns.

April 2021: Elected to Alabama Wildlife Federation Board

In April 2021, Katie Britt was elected to the Alabama Wildlife Federation's board of directors, expanding her involvement in conservation and environmental issues.

June 8, 2021: Announced Candidacy for U.S. Senate

On June 8, 2021, Katie Britt announced her candidacy in the Republican primary for the 2022 Senate election in Alabama. This was her first run for public office.

June 2021: Resigned from the Business Council of Alabama

In June 2021, Katie Britt resigned from her position as President and CEO of the Business Council of Alabama, amid media speculation that she would run for the U.S. Senate.

April 2022: Support for Alabama Vulnerable Child Protection Act and HB322

In April 2022, Katie Britt voiced her support for the Alabama Vulnerable Child Protection Act (SB184), which criminalizes gender-affirming surgeries for transgender youth. She also supported HB322, modeled after Florida's Parental Rights in Education Act, mandating students use restrooms aligning with their birth certificate's gender.

May 2022: Criticism of Britt's Abortion Stance

In May 2022, Michael Durant, a rival candidate, criticized Katie Britt's abortion stance, pointing out a resolution passed by the Student Senate during her time as president of the University of Alabama Student Government Association that demanded morning-after pills be made available.

June 10, 2022: Endorsed by Donald Trump

On June 10, 2022, Katie Britt received an official endorsement from former President Donald Trump, who called her a "fearless America First warrior."

June 2022: Expressed Beliefs on Red Flag Laws

Following the passing of the Protecting Our Kids Act in June 2022, Katie Britt told 1819 News that she believes red flag laws are a "gateway to push [a] disarming agenda" and opposes gun laws infringing on the Second Amendment.

June 21, 2022: Defeated Mo Brooks in Republican Primary Runoff

On June 21, 2022, Katie Britt defeated Mo Brooks in the Republican primary runoff election with 63% of the vote, securing her spot as the Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate seat.

August 2022: Criticized Biden Administration's Approach to China

In August 2022, Katie Britt criticized the Biden administration's inaction and "total weakness" regarding China, citing humanitarian crises and dominance in manufacturing.

September 2022: Accused TikTok of Being a Trojan Horse

In September 2022, Katie Britt joined other Republicans in accusing the social media platform TikTok of being a "Trojan horse" for the Chinese Communist Party.

October 2022: Pledged to Co-Sponsor Bill Restricting Chinese-Owned Companies

In October 2022, Katie Britt pledged to co-sponsor a bill to keep Chinese-owned companies from purchasing American farmland.

December 2022: Calls for Section 230 Reform After Twitter Files Release

In December 2022, following the release of the Twitter Files, Katie Britt, along with Alabama representatives Jerry Carl and Barry Moore, called for reform to Section 230. She criticized Big Tech and expressed her anticipation for congressional hearings to investigate the events that occurred at Twitter in 2020.

2022: Pledged Support for Israel

In 2022, as a Senate candidate, Katie Britt wrote an op-ed pledging to support Israel if elected, citing American and Alabama's interests, as well as her Christian conservative beliefs.

January 3, 2023: Took Office as U.S. Senator

On January 3, 2023, Katie Britt officially took office as the junior United States senator from Alabama, marking a significant milestone in her political career.

February 2023: Received Money from FTX

In February 2023, it was reported that Katie Britt was among the members of Alabama's congressional delegation who received money from FTX, a defunct cryptocurrency exchange. Her office stated that the money had been donated.

March 2023: Called for Balanced Budget Amendment

As a member of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, in March 2023 Katie Britt joined 22 other senators in calling for an amendment to the U.S. Constitution requiring a balanced budget each year and criticized the Biden administration's budgetary plans.

March 2023: Introduced the Not One More Inch or Acre Act

In March 2023, Katie Britt and Tom Cotton introduced the Not One More Inch or Acre Act, aiming to ban Chinese nationals or entities from owning American land.

March 2023: Negotiated Withdrawal of Mexican Forces from Vulcan Materials Port

In March 2023, after Mexican law enforcement occupied a port in Quintana Roo owned by Vulcan Materials Company, Katie Britt joined other members of Alabama's congressional delegation in negotiating the forces' withdrawal, condemning the takeover as unlawful.

October 7, 2023: Compared Hamas Attack to 9/11

On October 7, 2023, Katie Britt compared the Hamas-led attack on Israel to the September 11 attacks.

November 2023: Opposed Ceasefire in Israel

In November 2023, Katie Britt said she opposed a ceasefire in Israel and supported a $14.3 billion aid package for Israel passed in the Republican-controlled House.

2023: Ranked Least Bipartisan Senator

A 2024 study by McCourt School of Public Policy of Georgetown University ranked Katie Britt as the least bipartisan U.S. senator in 2023.

March 7, 2024: Delivered Republican Response to State of the Union Address

On March 7, 2024, Katie Britt delivered the Republican response to President Joe Biden's State of the Union Address. She criticized his policies on immigration and the economy, and expressed support for continued access to in vitro fertilization.

July 2024: Introduced Bill to Counter Hate Against Israel

In July 2024, Katie Britt and Jim Risch introduced the Countering Hate Against Israel by Federal Contractors Act, a bill that would bar the federal government from contracting with entities who boycott Israel.

2024: Response to Alabama Supreme Court Ruling on Frozen Embryos

In 2024, Katie Britt responded to the Alabama Supreme Court's ruling on frozen embryos by advocating for both defending life and ensuring continued access to IVF services and supporting bills to protect families' rights to IVF.

January 2025: Reintroduced the Not One More Inch or Acre Act

In January 2025, Katie Britt and Tom Cotton reintroduced the Not One More Inch or Acre Act, which seeks to prohibit Chinese nationals or entities from owning American land.

January 2025: Introduction of the Kids Off Social Media Act (KOSMA)

In January 2025, Katie Britt, along with Senators Chris Murphy, Ted Cruz, and Brian Schatz, introduced the Kids Off Social Media Act (KOSMA). This act, co-sponsored by several other senators, aims to set a minimum age of 13 for social media use and prevent algorithmically targeted content to users under 17, addressing concerns about mental health and the impact of social media on children.

February 2025: To lead U.S. delegation to Uruguayan President's inauguration

In February 2025, President Trump announced that Katie Britt would lead the U.S. delegation to attend Uruguayan President Yamandú Orsi's inauguration.