AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoU.S. Senate Confirmation Fight: Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche faced tough, bipartisan questioning over the proposed $1.8 billion “weaponisation” fund and the handling of Trump-related tax immunity and Epstein files, with lawmakers pressing for written assurances the fund is truly dead. North Carolina Politics: A new poll from Public Policy Polling shows Gov. Roy Cooper leading Michael Whatley by 4 points in the NC Senate race, even as Whatley’s name recognition rises and his unfavorability remains a drag. Statehouse & Elections: North Carolina’s access debate flared again as coverage criticized campaign media restrictions and raised questions about press standards and credentialing. Local Government: Martin County commissioner Ronnie Smith warned that upcoming federal grant rule changes and Medicaid qualification deadlines could disrupt funding for eastern NC communities. Public Safety & Justice: Durham County named Sheila Bowens-Bratts as the new director of the Durham Youth Home, and the Durham JCPC is seeking juvenile intervention/prevention program proposals for 2026-27. Environment & Growth: Neighbors in Castle Hayne challenged Martin Marietta’s proposed quarry expansion, citing wetlands and water impacts.
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