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The race for North Carolina’s next lieutenant governor just became a bit more crowded as another candidate threw his hat in the ring over the weekend.
The race for North Carolina’s next lieutenant governor just became a bit more crowded as another candidate threw his hat in the ring over the weekend.
 
Maryland Governor Wes Moore was speaking figuratively Sunday when he called bans on certain kids’ library books tantamount to “castrating children,” but the Democrat just last month signed a bill that potentially allows the literal castration of kids.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore was speaking figuratively Sunday when he called bans on certain kids’ library books tantamount to “castrating children,” but the Democrat just last month signed a bill that potentially allows the literal castration of kids.
 
The FBI is accused of misleading the wife of an American hostage as U.S. officials worked to release missionary Jeff Woodke, who was held captive by Islamic extremists for more than six years.
The FBI is accused of misleading the wife of an American hostage as U.S. officials worked to release missionary Jeff Woodke, who was held captive by Islamic extremists for more than six years.
 
In a true emergency declaration, Council of State members would have to vote on on the action taken by Cooper, or any other governor, under a new law that took effect on Jan. 1.
In a true emergency declaration, Council of State members would have to vote on on the action taken by Cooper, or any other governor, under a new law that took effect on Jan. 1.
 
Former Vice President Mike Pence declared on Sunday that the days of America needing affirmative action are “over” following the Supreme Court’s ruling last week that two colleges that were using race as a determining factor in the admissions process acted illegally.
Former Vice President Mike Pence declared on Sunday that the days of America needing affirmative action are “over” following the Supreme Court’s ruling last week that two colleges that were using race as a determining factor in the admissions process acted illegally.
 
The “Great Reset” is an effort led by the World Economic Forum to reshape the global economy
The “Great Reset” is an effort led by the World Economic Forum to reshape the global economy
 
A submarine that takes tourists into the depths of the Atlantic to view the Titanic has vanished, sparking fears the five people thought to be aboard may have met a fate similar to those who sailed on the iconic ship.
A submarine that takes tourists into the depths of the Atlantic to view the Titanic has vanished, sparking fears the five people thought to be aboard may have met a fate similar to those who sailed on the iconic ship.
 
Former President Trump is vowing to “defeat the cult of gender ideology” as he pursues a second term in the White House, but he has not always been consistent on the polarizing issue, which could animate the 2024 presidential election.
Former President Trump is vowing to “defeat the cult of gender ideology” as he pursues a second term in the White House, but he has not always been consistent on the polarizing issue, which could animate the 2024 presidential election.
 
Legislative leaders filed a new legal brief Friday responding to criticism of their motion to dismiss a federal lawsuit against state abortion pill restrictions.
Legislative leaders filed a new legal brief Friday responding to criticism of their motion to dismiss a federal lawsuit against state abortion pill restrictions.
 
Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC), a 2024 presidential candidate, rejected former President Barack Obama‘s critique of his view on race relations.
Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC), a 2024 presidential candidate, rejected former President Barack Obama‘s critique of his view on race relations.
 
GOP presidential candidate Asa Hutchinson says that members of the Republican Party who claim the Department of Justice has been weaponized against former President Donald Trump should “back off.”
GOP presidential candidate Asa Hutchinson says that members of the Republican Party who claim the Department of Justice has been weaponized against former President Donald Trump should “back off.”
 
Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy pushed back on billionaire Mark Cuban’s claim that pushing “woke” capitalism is “good business.”
Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy pushed back on billionaire Mark Cuban’s claim that pushing “woke” capitalism is “good business.”
 
People in the Caribbean are being advised to take precautions as the first Atlantic hurricane of the 2023 season is expected to develop from a system brewing in the tropics later this week and head their way.
People in the Caribbean are being advised to take precautions as the first Atlantic hurricane of the 2023 season is expected to develop from a system brewing in the tropics later this week and head their way.
 
Most North Carolinians probably know that the “Regulators” were a group of Piedmont farmers who opposed the heavy-handed enforcement of taxes and fees by the colonial government in the years preceding the War of Independence.
Most North Carolinians probably know that the “Regulators” were a group of Piedmont farmers who opposed the heavy-handed enforcement of taxes and fees by the colonial government in the years preceding the War of Independence.
 
Producers say those behind the de-platforming campaign have yet to view the film
 
The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals will allow a taxpayer from North Carolina to proceed with a lawsuit seeking a 2013 federal tax refund. Judges rejected government arguments that the suit should be dismissed.
The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals will allow a taxpayer from North Carolina to proceed with a lawsuit seeking a 2013 federal tax refund. Judges rejected government arguments that the suit should be dismissed.
 
On June 5, journalists Leslie Kean and Ralph Blumenthal — who were responsible for the New York Times report published in 2017 regarding the Pentagon’s then-unacknowledged UFO investigation program — released a story at The Debrief on whistleblower David Grusch.
On June 5, journalists Leslie Kean and Ralph Blumenthal — who were responsible for the New York Times report published in 2017 regarding the Pentagon’s then-unacknowledged UFO investigation program — released a story at The Debrief on whistleblower David Grusch.
 
"Through his partisan temper tantrums, it's clear that Roy Cooper isn't handling being a lame duck governor very well," said Sen. Thom Tillis, R-NC.
"Through his partisan temper tantrums, it's clear that Roy Cooper isn't handling being a lame duck governor very well," said Sen. Thom Tillis, R-NC.
 
Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) showed up on Saturday to greet President Joe Biden donned in basketball shorts and a hoodie during the president’s visit to Pennsylvania.
Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) showed up on Saturday to greet President Joe Biden donned in basketball shorts and a hoodie during the president’s visit to Pennsylvania.
 
A Fox News producer is out at the network after a chyron on a broadcast referred to President Joe Biden as a “wannabe dictator” on Tuesday.
A Fox News producer is out at the network after a chyron on a broadcast referred to President Joe Biden as a “wannabe dictator” on Tuesday.
 
If the bad reviews weren’t enough, now comes word of VinFast’s recall of all 999 VF8 2023 vehicles sent to the U.S. due to safety concerns.
If the bad reviews weren’t enough, now comes word of VinFast’s recall of all 999 VF8 2023 vehicles sent to the U.S. due to safety concerns.
 
Democratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told podcast giant Joe Rogan this week that he is concerned about the CIA assassinating him.
Democratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told podcast giant Joe Rogan this week that he is concerned about the CIA assassinating him.
 
Florida Governor and Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis said during an interview this week that a key component for turning America around is going to be people turning back to their faith.
Florida Governor and Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis said during an interview this week that a key component for turning America around is going to be people turning back to their faith.
 
Turning Point USA’s BLEXIT was forced to secure a new location for their Liberation Tour event after their original venue, the Music Hall of Williamsburg, canceled the rental agreement, citing “hate speech and “homophobia.”
Turning Point USA’s BLEXIT was forced to secure a new location for their Liberation Tour event after their original venue, the Music Hall of Williamsburg, canceled the rental agreement, citing “hate speech and “homophobia.”
 
Americans’ support for same-sex relations has dropped seven points since last year, a new poll from Gallup found.
Americans’ support for same-sex relations has dropped seven points since last year, a new poll from Gallup found.
 
A pro-transgender education group is featuring a transgender activist with a history of making obscene sexual remarks as the keynote speaker for an upcoming conference for those who teach and counsel children.
A pro-transgender education group is featuring a transgender activist with a history of making obscene sexual remarks as the keynote speaker for an upcoming conference for those who teach and counsel children.
 
The teacher said she did it out of "frustration and anger."
 
Dr. Jordan B. Peterson sat down for a lengthy discussion with author and mathematician Dr. James Lindsay, where they delved deep into how each of them has seen firsthand the woke takeover of the American university.
Dr. Jordan B. Peterson sat down for a lengthy discussion with author and mathematician Dr. James Lindsay, where they delved deep into how each of them has seen firsthand the woke takeover of the American university.
 
The man who killed 11 people and injured seven more during an attack on the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in 2018 has been found guilty of all 63 counts he was facing and could now be sentenced to death.
The man who killed 11 people and injured seven more during an attack on the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in 2018 has been found guilty of all 63 counts he was facing and could now be sentenced to death.
 
A split N.C. Court of Appeals panel is blocking an order that would have forced the N.C. Department of Transportation to change vendors for a state electronic lien and titling system.
A split N.C. Court of Appeals panel is blocking an order that would have forced the N.C. Department of Transportation to change vendors for a state electronic lien and titling system.
 
Twenty-one states, including three of North Carolina's neighbors, support N.C. State Treasurer Dale Folwell and the State Health Plan in a legal fight involving health care requested by transgender patients.
Twenty-one states, including three of North Carolina's neighbors, support N.C. State Treasurer Dale Folwell and the State Health Plan in a legal fight involving health care requested by transgender patients.
 
Girls will explore state government STEM careers this summer
 
Border Patrol agents and members of the Texas Department of Public Safety caught illegal immigrants attempting to cross the southern border in fake FedEx vans.
Border Patrol agents and members of the Texas Department of Public Safety caught illegal immigrants attempting to cross the southern border in fake FedEx vans.
 
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