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Trump vows US Army will be ‘bigger, better, and stronger than ever’ during Fort Bragg visit

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.

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Gas prices drop, food costs climb as North Carolina prepares to honor the fallen

The Memorial Day weekend—a time to honor the brave service members who have sacrificed their lives for our nation's freedom—North Carolinians planning to travel or host gatherings can expect some financial relief at the gas pump, though grocery bills may see modest increases.

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President Trump nominates Mark Walker for Department of State office

President Donald Trump has appointed former North Carolina Republican representative and pastor Mark Walker to serve as the new ambassador-at-large for the Office of International Religious Freedom in the US Department of State.

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Cooper issues pardons, echoing Biden’s recent commutations

Over the holiday, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper granted six commutations and nine pardons of forgiveness. According to a press release from the governor's office, these decisions, announced on December 23, follow a review by the Office of Executive Clemency and aim to provide a second chance to individuals who have demonstrated rehabilitation during their incarceration.

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Biden commutes 37 death sentences, including convict in Camp Lejeune murder

Outgoing President Joe Biden has commuted the death sentences of 37 federal inmates, including Anthony Battle, convicted of stabbing his wife to death in her barracks at Camp Lejeune. Meantime, North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper is under pressure from activists to commute all state death penalty sentences as he prepares to leave office.

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Trump picks North Carolina leaders for key roles in next administration

Former President Donald Trump announced two major appointments from North Carolina to his administration set to take office in 2025. Among the nominees, Daniel P. Driscoll has been tapped to serve as Secretary of the Army, while Michael Whatley is poised to return as Chairman of the Republican National Committee.

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