AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCongressional Count: Democrat Raymond Smith moved ahead of Republican Rep. Greg Murphy by 293 votes in North Carolina’s 3rd District after provisional ballots were counted, potentially giving Democrats a sixth congressional pickup in the state. The result is unofficial; Murphy can seek a recount, and certification is due Friday. State Senate: Republicans may retain control by just 228 votes, with Sen. Danny Britt leading Democrat Catina Hamm in District 24 as counting and certification continue. Governor’s Powers: The N.C. Supreme Court heard Gov. Josh Stein’s challenges to laws limiting his appointments to appellate courts, boards and commissions. Legislative Agenda: House Democratic leader Robert Reives, the likely next speaker, says Democrats want to pursue marijuana legislation, including decriminalization, when they take control in January. A voting-rights group has also asked state officials to review 2,504 potential matches between provisional ballot records and voter registration files.
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