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Longtime NC political journalist. Previously @wral, @wunc etc. Only here because the politicians are.
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Joined October 2025
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As #ncga lawmakers convened to redraw the congressional voting map and pass a stopgap spending plan, advocates gathered to ask them to take up Medicaid funding, too. #ncpol
https://t.co/ddPNJCaQX9
ncnewsline.com
More than 200 people gathered in Raleigh Tuesday to call for Medicaid funding before heading to the legislature to make their pitch to lawmakers.
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More in-depth reporting on the NC redistricting battle from NC Newsline. #ncpol #ncga
https://t.co/9mS57Hi7dA
ncnewsline.com
Republicans push new map granting additional GOP seat closer to finish line. Previous occupant of that seat cries foul.
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Robert Cerniglia recalls the late 2016 opening of H Mart in Cary as monumental for members of his community. It’s the only H Mart in North Carolina, and shoppers flock to it from all over the state. But in recent years, prices have been going up. #ncpol
https://t.co/4fbaMRm5JI
ncnewsline.com
In July, Trump announced a 25% tariff on goods made in South Korea. He later lowered the rate to 15%, including for South Korean cars.
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Great historical context here from @Lynn_Bonner and @galenbacharier #ncpol #ncga
https://t.co/fsWiBSRFXQ
ncnewsline.com
NC Republicans move on their plan for a new congressional map that will add another GOP seat, as President Trump requested.
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Follow our live feed for protest coverage today from all 50 states. No Kings protest coverage | News From The States #ncpol
newsfromthestates.com
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Maggie Shama thought she and her husband Mohamed Shama had finally cleared their last hurdle. After years of navigating the complex immigration system, they were moments away from securing his legal status. https://t.co/FnZKD85ycQ
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ncnewsline.com
Durham couple’s hope turns to heartbreak after routine immigration interview ends in arrest and possible deportation.
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https://t.co/hfev8aLvTv A website created Tuesday ties Senate leader Phil Berger’s son Kevin Berger to a candidacy for Congress — but the potential candidate is mum on whether he has plans to run. #ncpol
ncnewsline.com
A site naming the son of the North Carolina Senate leader drew eyes Tuesday, but Kevin Berger said he 'will not be running for Congress.'
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NC GOP leaders announce plan to redraw congressional map next week.
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A judge has set bond at $1,050,000 for Rep. Cecil Brockman during a Friday court appearance after he was charged with multiple sex crimes against a minor. #ncpol
https://t.co/uC1B8o3nZD
ncnewsline.com
Brockman was arrested Wednesday and charged with two counts of indecent liberties with a child and two counts of statutory rape of a 15-year-old victim.
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My team spent most of today chasing this story - not because it's salacious, but because it could affect the balance of power in the NC government. Big props to @christinezhu142 for the speed and context!
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