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Danielle Battaglia @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social · 20h

Sen. Thom Tillis says he’s struggling to understand some National Guard deployments #ncpol

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Sen. Thom Tillis says he’s struggling to understand some National Guard deployments

Tillis asked AG Pam Bondi if deploying the National Guard gives a free pass to local leaders who are failing to keep people safe.

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Danielle Battaglia @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social · 23h

NC Rep. Jarrod Lowery joining Trump administration as tribe seeks US recognition #ncpol

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NC Rep. Jarrod Lowery joining Trump administration as tribe seeks US recognition

Rep. Jarrod Lowery is leaving the state House to serve in Indian Affairs as the Lumbee Tribe of NC moves closer to federal recognition.

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Danielle Battaglia @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social · 1d

These North Carolina members of Congress want their pay withheld during shutdown #ncpol

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These North Carolina members of Congress want their pay withheld during shutdown

The 27th Amendment requires members of Congress to receive paychecks even during a government shutdown. Some of North Carolina’s members request otherwise.

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Danielle Battaglia @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social · 2d

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Shutdown brings memories of past Republican fights with different outcomes

Oct. 3 is a key date both for politicos and pop culture junkies.

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Danielle Battaglia @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social · 2d

Lenoir County Commissioner Eric Rouse announces run for Congress in #NC01 #ncpol

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Lenoir commissioner joins Republicans looking to unseat Davis in NC’s 1st District

Lenoir County Board of Commissioners vice chairman Eric Rouse announces run for Congress, becoming third Republican looking to unseat Rep. Don Davis.

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Danielle Battaglia @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social · 4d

Durham’s Neil Jacobs, linked to ‘Sharpie-gate,’ confirmed by Senate to lead NOAA #ncpol

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Durham’s Neil Jacobs, linked to ‘Sharpie-gate,’ confirmed by Senate to lead NOAA

The U.S. Senate has confirmed Durham’s Neil Jacobs to lead the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

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Danielle Battaglia @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social · 5d

@paulbarringer.com NC lawmakers are saying a lot about the shutdown. What’s true and what’s not? #ncpol

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NC lawmakers are saying a lot about the shutdown. What’s true and what’s not?

North Carolina lawmakers have been making statements online and in interviews about what led to the government shutdown. We fact check their claims.

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Danielle Battaglia @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social · 6d

Shutdown blame game centers on health care for immigrants. What are the facts? #ncpol
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Shutdown blame game centers on health care for immigrants. What are the facts?

North Carolina Republicans say Democrats shut down the government to fight for health care coverage for immigrants in the country without authorization. What really happened?

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Danielle Battaglia @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social · 8d

A government shutdown is likely. How will North Carolinians be impacted? #ncpol
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A government shutdown is likely. How will North Carolinians be impacted?

Congress seems poised to allow a government funding deadline to expire without action, leading to a government shutdown. Here’s a list of impacts on North Carolina.

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Danielle Battaglia @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social · 9d

NC lawmakers disagree on who’s to blame if stalemate ends in government shutdown #ncpol

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NC lawmakers disagree on who’s to blame if stalemate ends in government shutdown

Congress must pass a funding bill before Wednesday or face a government shutdown, but Republicans and Democrats aren’t budging on demands.

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Danielle Battaglia @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social · 15d

In ‘107 Days’ book, Kamala Harris discusses NC visits, relationship with Cooper #ncpol

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In ‘107 Days’ book, Kamala Harris discusses NC visits, relationship with Cooper

Vice President Kamala Harris details her 2024 campaign in a new book, “107 Days,” including talks with Gov. Roy Cooper and NC trips.

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Danielle Battaglia @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social · 15d

Vance returns to NC to talk public safety after Charlotte slaying #ncpol

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Vance returns to NC to talk public safety after Charlotte slaying

Vice President JD Vance will visit Concord on Wednesday to talk about the Trump administration’s law enforcement efforts.

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Danielle Battaglia @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social · 16d

How NC’s Berger broke from Tillis on Medicaid after a call from a Trump ally #ncpol

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How NC’s Berger broke from Tillis on Medicaid after a call from a Trump ally

Sen. Thom Tillis and state Senate leader Phil Berger discussed how to protect North Carolinians from cuts to Medicaid, but diverged after a phone call from a Trump loyalist to Berger.

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Danielle Battaglia @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social · 16d

Comedian Jimmy Kimmel censored. North Carolina lawmakers weigh in. #ncpol

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Comedian Jimmy Kimmel censored. North Carolina lawmakers weigh in.

Comedian Jimmy Kimmel found his show abruptly pulled from air Wednesday after FCC chairman’s threats. NC lawmakers have mixed reactions.

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Danielle Battaglia @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social · 20d

Gov. Josh Stein takes his appeal for more Western NC relief money to Capitol Hill. #ncpol

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Gov. Josh Stein takes his appeal for more Western NC relief money to Capitol Hill

North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein visited Capitol Hill Wednesday asking federal offiicials for help securing additional funding for Helene relief.

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Danielle Battaglia @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social · 23d

As of this morning, the Department of Homeland Security has released the $64 million, Sen. Budd has been fighting for. Last week, Budd announced he would prevent DHS noms from moving foward while DHS Secretary Noem delayed payment to NC. #ncpol
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Gov. Josh Stein seeks $13.5B in federal aid as NC nears Helene anniversary

Stein has been pressing the federal government for months to provide more efficient and equal aid to Western NC.

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Danielle Battaglia @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social · 23d

Charlie Kirk’s death becomes a political flashpoint in NC and DC #ncpol
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Charlie Kirk’s death becomes a political flashpoint in NC and DC

The shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has raised tensions between the political parties and increased safety concerns for lawmakers.

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Danielle Battaglia @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social · 27d

US House backs Lumbee tribe, tying its status to a military spending bill #ncpol

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US House backs Lumbee tribe, tying its status to a military spending bill

Rep. David Rouzer, backed by three other North Carolina Republicans, inserted federal benefits for the Lumbee tribe into a defense spending bill.

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Danielle Battaglia @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social · 28d

Updated: Secretary Noem releases a small portion of the Helene funds after Sen. Ted Budd vows to hold up DHS noms until she releases the money. Budd said he's waiting to hear from Noem on how they can work together to get WNC the promised funds. #ncpol www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...