"By enabling the Forest Service to better conduct controlled burns of unchecked vegetation and scattered debris, we can protect our forests from catastrophic wildfires that may occur in the hottest months of the year."- Sen. Ted Budd, R-NC.
The North Carolina House passed The Power Reduction Act Tuesday, a bill that would eliminate the state's statutory mandate to cut carbon emissions by 70% by 2030. Supporters say the policy change is needed to meet skyrocketing demands for power.
The vote comes as riots in Los Angeles continued on Tuesday, amplifying calls for stricter immigration policies and greater cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities.
President Donald Trump marked the 250th anniversary of the United States Army with a high-profile visit to Fort Bragg on Tuesday, pledging to restore traditional base names, strengthen military might, and reject “woke garbage” in favor of a renewed warrior ethos.