North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Phil Berger Jr will not seek reelection to his current seat fueling speculation that he could instead pursue a run for chief justice Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss Berger's announcement and what it could mean for upcoming statewide judicial races Meanwhile NOAA is planning a million rebuild of its historic Beaufort laboratory Andy Jackson of the John Locke Foundation also breaks down the start of absentee voting in North Carolina as ballots begin going out to voters across the state See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

North Carolina's Hurricane Helene recovery efforts are increasingly focused on addressing affordable housing needs in western communities still rebuilding from the storm Meanwhile the Greenville Police Department has scrapped plans to roll out Flock license plate reader cameras The program also covers the U S House vote to censure North Carolina Congressman Chuck Edwards following a House Ethics Committee report including Edwards' remarks from the House floor Plus the State Board of Elections is considering new absentee ballot guidance after implementation of updated rules was delayed See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Asheville is preparing to host global finance leaders for a G meeting putting western North Carolina in the international spotlight Meanwhile Fort Bragg has been selected to host an Army nuclear microreactor as the military explores new ways to strengthen energy resilience Attorney General Jeff Jackson is claiming a legal victory after a judge blocked a USPS ballot rule that had drawn concerns over its impact on mail-in voting Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss a new report finding North Carolina's business tax climate remains among the strongest in the country Plus a new survey shows [... more]

Dana reacts to Tuesday's election results and explains how Woke Reich-endorsed political candidates lost in amazing fashion last night including James Fishback and Dan Bilzerian Dana fact-checks the narrative that there was a seismic shift in the youth vote for these candidates Dana reacts to a viral trend where women post videos of themselves with the caption Same Lindsay to show solidarity with Lindsay Clancy who has admitted to murdering her children while being overprescribed medication Tucker Carlson pushes a new theory that Oppenheimer is crap and hints at ET life creating the atomic bomb Dana explains how the GOP [... more]

A discussion on the death penalty case of Charlie Kirk's murderer, the NYPD's response to a request for taxpayer-funded security for the New York City Mayor's wife, and the rise of socialist Democrats in election primaries. Additionally, a traffic stop incident and the importance of self-defense options are highlighted, as well as concerns about global warming and climate change. [... more]

The Brian Kilmead Show discusses various topics including the COVID pandemic, Dr. Fauci's handling of the crisis, and the impact on public trust, as well as issues related to Iran, Texas elections, and the WNBA's handling of transgender athletes. [... more]

Christian investors are using their influence to confront exploitation and encourage companies to protect the vulnerable, with a focus on combating human trafficking and promoting faith-based investing principles. [... more]

Under California Governor Gavin Newsom's watch state Attorney General Rob Bonta has been accused of rigging the upcoming midterm elections Proposition is a proposed measure on the ballot that will require voters to provide ID when at the polls and prove their citizenship when they register to vote However AG Bonta has changed the title of the measure to confuse California voters The Sekulow team discusses California's election chaos the Trump Administration's efforts to bolster election integrity the ACLJ's legal work and much more [... more]

North Carolina officials marked a major milestone in Hurricane Helene recovery efforts, awarding over $1 billion in grants for water, wastewater, and resilience projects across western North Carolina. Meanwhile, the North Carolina State Board of Elections approved new permanent absentee ballot rules, sparking concerns about election integrity and voter ID requirements. [... more]

The Supreme Court ruled 5-4 to allow states to count mail-in ballots after election day, sparking debate over ballot integrity and voting laws. Meanwhile, experts discuss the implications of China's advancements in quantum computing and cybersecurity, and the need for the US to invest in these areas to stay competitive. [... more]

The California election is heating up, with the jungle primary system in place, allowing the top two candidates to move forward to the general election. The Los Angeles mayoral race is a key focus, with Spencer Pratt running as an independent, challenging the two Democratic candidates, Karen Bass and Nithya Rahman. Meanwhile, President Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu are embroiled in a heated conversation over Israel's military operations in Lebanon, with President Trump allegedly using profanity-laced language towards Netanyahu. The conversation highlights the complex relationship between the US and Israel, with President Trump's America-first foreign policy and Israel's need to defend itself against threats from Iran and Hezbollah. [... more]

North Carolina voters are expressing concerns about the direction of the state and the country, with 54% of voters saying North Carolina is heading in the wrong direction. The state's governor, Josh Stein, has a 50% approval rating, while President Trump's job approval has dropped to 41.5%. The Republican Party is facing a tough election in North Carolina, with 47.5% of voters supporting the Democrat candidate for the state legislature. The Opportunity Scholarship Program has a high level of support among voters, with 65.1% supporting the program. The state's certificate of need law is also a topic of discussion, with 65% of voters supporting the repeal of the law. [... more]

North Carolina lawmakers are pushing to overhaul the state's budgeting process with zero-based budgeting, requiring agencies to justify every dollar spent. Meanwhile, a lawsuit challenges the state's ban on ballot selfies, citing First Amendment rights. The debate over state taxes and a long-term budget continues in the General Assembly. [... more]

A judge in Virginia blocks the certification of the state's new congressional map, citing procedural violations and a misleading ballot question. The map, which would have given Democrats a 10-1 advantage in the state's congressional delegation, was passed by voters in a referendum. The judge's decision is seen as a major blow to Democrats, who had hoped to use the map to gain control of the state's congressional delegation. The case is now headed to the Virginia Supreme Court, where it could be decided in a matter of weeks. [... more]

Allegations of election mismanagement and misconduct have been made against the election director in Anson County, North Carolina, with claims of failure to execute lawful board duties, interference with statutory duties, and mismanagement affecting election administration. The county board has filed a petition to remove the director, and the state board of elections will decide whether to terminate her. Meanwhile, a lawsuit over election integrity in North Carolina has been settled, with the state board of elections agreeing to comply with a 2023 law requiring the removal of non-citizen voters from the rolls. [... more]

Rapid spending on autism therapy in North Carolina's Medicaid program is projected to exceed a billion dollars within the next two years, prompting state lawmakers to raise alarms and press health officials to explain these rapidly rising costs. Meanwhile, a legal challenge in North Carolina is testing the limits of body camera footage access, and a ballot selfie ban is being appealed to the Fourth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. [... more]

A close race in North Carolina's Senate between Phil Berger and Sam Page remains unchanged after a machine recount in Rockingham and Guilford counties. The Berger campaign has until late afternoon to request a partial hand-eye recount, which could potentially expand to a full hand-eye recount of all 26,000 plus votes in the contest. [... more]

North Carolina's Senate District 26 is at the center of a heated election dispute between Phil Berger and Sam Page, with Berger's campaign requesting a recount due to concerns over incorrect ballots. Meanwhile, a group known as Grow NC is working to aid in the recovery efforts of western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene, exploring disaster investment zones and long-term economic recovery strategies. [... more]

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein is calling for a $1.4 billion critical needs budget to address the state's budget crisis, which has been ongoing for over two and a half years. The budget would provide raises for teachers, state troopers, and other state law enforcement, as well as fund Medicaid and other critical needs. Meanwhile, U.S. Senator Ted Budd is voicing his support for President Trump's approach towards Iran, citing the regime's history of terrorism and pursuit of nuclear weapons. In other news, a federal judge has ruled against a Libertarian voter who challenged North Carolina's ballot selfie restrictions, citing the state's interest in preventing vote buying and coercion. Additionally, North Carolina's charter school infrastructure is set to receive a major boost from a record-breaking $52.9 million federal grant, which will support the establishment of new charter schools and career and technical education programs. [... more]

A razor-thin margin in the Republican primary contest between Senate leader Phil Berger and Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page has led to scrutiny over provisional ballots and the state's budget impasse. The North Carolina State Board of Elections is reviewing 189 provisional ballots, which could potentially change the outcome of the election. Meanwhile, the state's budget remains unresolved, with the General Assembly yet to pass a new budget. The lack of a budget is affecting various agencies, including the Secretary of State's office, which is struggling to fund investigations and staff. The Governor has announced plans to propose critical needs that cannot wait for next year's budget, including Medicaid funding. [... more]