This week on The Debrief, Carolina Journal breaks down the latest escalation in North Carolina’s six-month budget impasse as House Speaker Destin Hall warns of a looming fiscal cliff and says the Senate still hasn’t offered a plan to close the gap—setting up a high-stakes December 15 session. We’ll explore this impasse examining the key differences. Plus, the latest on redistricting lawsuits, and new AI tools may may predicting hurricane damage easier than ever. Tune in for clear, straightforward analysis of the budget fight and what it means for every North Carolinian.
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