Politics
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‘Recovery Czar’ Michael Whatley caught on audio wanting to end FEMA as Western NC is owed billions
When President Trump returned to office in January 2025, he made Whatley ‘recovery czar’ to coordinate Hurricane Helene recovery. To date, a fraction of the funding needed has made it to western NC.
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Your guide to taking action in North Carolina, Aug. 1–Aug. 6
With less than 100 days until the midterms, we are keeping you up to date on ways to take action in North Carolina, featuring canvassing, voter registration, and advocacy opportunities.
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An NC county’s election director quits, citing lack of support
In her resignation letter, Anson County’s election director cited a laundry list of issues, including broken salary and training promises, mistreatment and ballot security concerns. She was alone in the office, with no deputy director or staff to help.
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3 things happening in NC: The legislature’s back. Will they override veto on ‘Freedom to Carry’ gun bill?
NC’s Freedom to Carry bill opens the state’s gun laws real wide. Plus, the NC Watermelon Festival and Charlotte hosts the MLS All-Star Game.
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ICE expected to open mass detention facility in North Carolina, sparking anger, pushback
ICE will be reopening a for-profit prison in Winton, North Carolina, as one of the largest immigrant detention facilities on the East Coast, according to reports.
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How to push back against Trump’s election claims
Last week, President Trump brought up old falsehoods about election security and the 2020 election. With just over three months until the midterms, here are ways you can participate in our democracy and make your voice heard.
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Local leaders echo Gov. Stein’s call for more federal funding for Helene recovery
Nearly two years after Helene devastated their communities, Gov. Josh Stein and western NC leaders are calling for more federal support to complete the $60 billion recovery.
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NC elections board says it won’t name allegedly dead voters, raising concerns
The lack of transparency means NC voters at present have no way to verify if they have been inaccurately flagged as deceased and are subject to removal from voter rolls.
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3 things happening in NC: The 100-mile yard sale on US Highway 21 returns this week
A bargain hunter’s dream come true returns this week with the 100 mile yard sale
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Your guide to taking action in North Carolina, July 25 – July 30
There are countless ways to take action in North Carolina over the next week. From voter registration events to canvassing and protests, there is something for everyone.
