In recent years, Republicans in the General Assembly have been moving powers traditionally held by the governor to other branches of government, including the legislative branch.
After the 2024 election, appointment power over the NC Board of Elections was taken from incoming Gov. Josh Stein, a Democrat, and placed in the hands of newly elected State Auditor Dave Boliek, a Republican.
State Rep. Lindsey Prather, a Buncombe County Democrat, says the continued effort to expand the auditor’s power is unprecedented and undermines confidence in the electoral process. Hit follow to see more content like this.
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