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Tillis’ vote sets up late-night tie-breaker to confirm Hegseth

Late Friday evening, North Carolina's Sen. Thom Tillis was the key vote leading to confirmation of Pete Hegseth, 44, as the new US Secretary of Defense. Tillis' "aye" tied the vote, giving newly inaugurated Vice President JD Vance the chance to cast an 11th-hour tie-breaking vote in favor of confirming Hegseth.

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NC’s new statue in US Capitol honors Rev. Billy Graham

The late Reverend William Franklin “Billy” Graham, Jr. was honored at the US Capitol on Thursday with a new statue recognizing his lasting legacy of serving Christ and providing a message of hope to millions.  Known as America’s pastor, Rev. Graham spread his faith and the gospel while embodying authenticity and humility. From Charlotte, North...

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Judge dismisses lawsuit challenging state GOP leadership election

A Wake County Superior Court judge has thrown out a lawsuit challenging the state Republican Party’s leadership election this summer. Court records indicate Judge Claire Hill, a Democrat, granted the state GOP’s motion to dismiss the case. Hill denied a motion to issue a preliminary injunction against the party.

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Hearing scheduled Sept. 5 in suit against state GOP chairman election

A hearing is scheduled Sept. 5 in a lawsuit challenging the North Carolina Republican Party’s recent election of its chairman. The session at the Wake County courthouse will address the plaintiffs’ request for a preliminary injunction.

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