This week on “The Debrief”:

*State House Speaker Tim Moore faces a rare “alienation of affections” lawsuit from a former Apex Town Council member.

*Almost every Democrat flips votes from “yes” to “no” after Gov. Roy Cooper wields his veto stamp.

*The state Senate passes legislation to change election procedures and rework the N.C. State Board of Elections.

*The latest Civitas Poll shows people still prefer capitalism to socialism, and they want their employers to avoid public stands on controversial social issues.

*North Carolina will continue to play a major role in the nation’s electoral landscape in 2024. While presidential candidates are already stumping for the state’s 16 electoral votes, candidates are also vying for a high-profile governor’s race.

*Among the many issues state lawmakers are dealing with this year, some have high importance for higher education in North Carolina.

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