Councilwoman Sues Over Residency Dispute | Birmingham News

Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 1, 2026 · 1m

Former Montgomery City Councilwoman Marche Johnson has launched a lawsuit against the city and her ousted colleagues after her District Three seat was vacated — but she’s not seeking reinstatement, only financial damages. The council unanimously removed her over residency disputes, citing a home she purchased in District Seven, though official records still list her as living in District Three. Johnson’s legal team argues Alabama law favors her original domicile and that she hasn’t abandoned it — citing ongoing tax payments and voter registration there. A special election is scheduled for…