In the last legislative session, House Republicans overrode 29 of Governor Cooper’s vetoes. Now, no override will occur unless Democrats are persuaded to work with Republicans or if a Democrat is absent during a General Assembly vote.
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This is bound to affect everyday Americans as many industries rely heavily on steel and aluminum - most notably being car manufacturers, aluminum can manufacturers, and construction companies. Higher steel prices could mean an increase in the cost of vehicles, while higher aluminum prices may increase the cost of everyday kitchen staples like canned goods or soda.
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Both nominations came down to razor-thin margins, and there were intense lobbying efforts made by both supporters and opponents. There is no longer a question of Trump’s influence within the Senate GOP—it remains strong.
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On November 5th, 2024, Allison Riggs was reelected to the NC Supreme Court with a narrow victory of 734 out of 5.5 million votes. Shortly after, Jefferson Griffin sued the North Carolina State Board of Elections, claiming that roughly 66,000 votes should be discounted from the total.
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By continuing to prioritize inclusive policies and having open dialogue surrounding environmental policy, there is a strong possibility that progress may be made that benefits the planet with the people and communities that call her home.
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Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s renewed presidency in Brazil has reignited concerns about his political integrity, rooted in past corruption scandals. As Lula strengthens ties with China through trade and investment agreements, critics fear these moves could deepen Brazil’s dependence on Beijing while echoing the opaque dealings of his controversial past.
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In a country that increasingly favors strict border policies, it is unlikely that the Pope’s letter will have any measurable influence on Trump’s immigration policy or his support amongst Catholics, which has only gone up following previous papal denunciations. While this suggests that any immediate policy impacts will be negligible, the letter is far from insignificant, underlining growing divisions within the Catholic Church around religious leaders participating in polarized U.S. policy issues like immigration.
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By forming a collective pact to resist U.S. economic pressure, OPEC challenges the dominance of unilateral sanctions and sets a precedent for similar multilateral resistance in other industries. The article analyzes the potential global economic impacts, particularly on oil prices, and examines how OPEC’s actions could influence U.S. consumers and developing nations. It concludes by addressing the broader geopolitical shifts that could arise from this collective resistance.
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On February 3, Nayib Bukele, president of El Salvador, announced via X, formerly known as Twitter, an agreement giving the United States permission to outsource part of its inmate population to El Salvador in exchange for an undisclosed fee. The central purpose of this deal is to allow the United States to deport undocumented immigrants whose countries reject deportation flights.
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“We are the protective barrier. We are the Firewall.” This response comes after a fiery campaign by center-left politician and party leader Fredreich Merz to distance his party, the CDU, from the extreme far-right party, Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) in the fast-approaching German parliamentary elections on February 23rd. Having placed second in recent polls behind Merz’s party, the AfD represents a strong populist barricade that will most likely lead to uncomfortable coalition talks if a majority is to be shared between the two parties.
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Trump, Musk and Rubio have made it clear that foreign aid will undergo serious restructuring, but the actual plans to implement change remain uncertain. There are reports that the administration intends to fold USAID into the State Department.
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The success of Trump’s strategy will highly depend on whether the potential of economic benefits outweigh the likely damage to trade relations and consumer costs. If these tariffs spark a broader trade war, the economic consequences will likely spill over the borders of these four countries, risking severe reverberations for entire global markets and consumers.
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After nearly a year and a half of Israel’s bombardment on Gaza, with Palestinians returning to their now decimated city, the United States government has expressed an intent for further involvement in the region. Earlier this week, President Trump stated to reporters that the United States would be completing a full takeover of the Gaza Strip, viewing it as a lucrative economic opportunity.
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In the waning hours of his presidency, former President Joe Biden issued a series of preemptive pardons to members of the January 6 committee, fearing they would be targeted by the incoming Trump administration. A constitutional question was soon raised: Did the immunity granted to the members of the Committee by the Speech or Debate Clause eliminate the need for a pardon?
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In the last 72 hours of his term as president, Joe Biden declared that the Equal Rights Amendment was the “law of the land”... the ERA could be the 28th Amendment to the Constitution. How did we get here? What does this mean? Let’s demystify it.
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If you have consumed and bought into the negative narratives about Lopez, you might think it is “karma” for all her alleged misdeeds, lack of talent, and extreme amounts of egoism. But if you believe that you formed those opinions entirely based on facts and without the influence of coordinated (i.e., inorganic) activity, then you are severely underestimating your gullibility level and are complicit in the harassment against her.
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The recognition of Gonzalez as President-elect of Venezuela by the United States has forced Latin American states to choose between supporting Maduro or joining the United States in challenging his legitimacy. While governments neighboring Venezuela have become critical of the election results, there is little chance that Maduro will step down as president.
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In the 2024 general election, North Carolina overall experienced decreased voter turnout compared to record numbers in 2020. National trends reflect a similar slight decrease in voter turnout this year, with a one-percent reduction between 2020 and 2024. Orange County evaded such a decrease and voter turnout was nearly the same as in 2020.
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As the sun sets on Rafael Nadal’s tennis career, his impact on the sport and its fans remains indelible. He leaves not just as a champion but as a symbol of resilience and humanity, reminding us that even the greatest athletes are defined by more than just their triumphs. They are also characterized by the challenges they overcome and the character they display along the way. Not only will the loss of Nadal be a loss for his livelihood, but also the loss of the tennis world as a whole.
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For the first time since the beginning of her public life, Kamala Harris has no obvious career trajectory. While the Vice President has been lying low since the election, she has notably been telling close aides to “keep her options open,” a particularly thought-provoking statement considering Harris’ relative youth. This begs the question, what’s next for Kamala Harris? Here are her options:
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