President Donald Trump has endorsed Republican Jennifer Balkcom in North Carolina's th Congressional District while new questions are emerging over campaign funds connected to outgoing Congressman Chuck Edwards and a Las Vegas trip Meanwhile North Carolina has secured nearly million in federal funding for rail safety improvements and track upgrades across the state Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss a major court ruling finding that North Carolina has failed to meet its constitutional obligation to maintain and protect the state's fisheries Plus a judge has ruled that former Governor Roy Cooper will not be [... more]

Governor Josh Stein has vetoed a North Carolina elections bill that would shorten the state's early voting period setting up another potential showdown with Republican lawmakers over election policy Meanwhile a new audit of the Charlotte Area Transit System found millions of dollars in estimated annual losses from fare evasion while also identifying broader security and enforcement concerns Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss the latest developments in the COVID-era shutdown lawsuit where bar owners argue former Governor Roy Cooper's testimony is crucial to their case Plus Stein has vetoed legislation that would allow [... more]

The Christian Resistance discusses various topics including the potential for voter ID fraud in Minnesota, the controversy surrounding Barack Obama's past, and the debate over abortion laws in Massachusetts and other states. They also touch on the topic of election fraud and the role of the Bible in guiding their views on politics and society. [... more]

The August Carolina Journal Poll provides a new snapshot of North Carolina voters heading toward the November election including views on the direction of the country and approval ratings for President Donald Trump and Governor Josh Stein David Larson of Carolina Journal breaks down the latest generic legislative and congressional ballots before turning to the U S Senate race between Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley the North Carolina Supreme Court contest and the issues voters say matter most The poll also explores opinions on state tax policy proposed changes to the early voting timeline hemp and cannabis regulations and voter [... more]

Governor Josh Stein signed four bills into law, including one that reduces his appointment powers and another that extends housing supplies and limits local zoning barriers across North Carolina. Meanwhile, North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson rejected a proposed settlement with Duke Energy Progress, citing a 6.8% rate hike as too high. Senator Ted Budd led an unsuccessful effort to amend the U.S. Senate's continuing resolution to delay federal restrictions on hemp products, while North Carolina lawmakers remain deadlocked over legislation that would incorporate federal hemp standards into state law. The North Carolina Department of Labor recovered a record $3.7 million in unpaid wages for workers across the state. [... more]

Mecklenburg County prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against Tanya McKnight, accused of subjecting six-year-old Dominique Moody to prolonged abuse before the child's death. The case has led to scrutiny of child welfare agencies and legislative action to create a state backstop for high-risk cases. Meanwhile, Governor Josh Stein is challenging the North Carolina General Assembly's changes to judicial appointments, arguing that they limit his authority to appoint judges. [... more]

A discussion about Hunter Biden's laptop, Tucker Carlson's interview with him, and the controversy surrounding it, as well as a critique of feminism and the abortion debate, and a discussion about the Seattle City Council's decision to fund sex changes for transgender refugees. [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories born on the Fourth of July in the tiny village of Plymouth Notch Vermont Calvin Coolidge grew up surrounded by hardworking neighbors who prized honesty humility thrift and service above wealth or status Those lessons stayed with him from the family store to the governor's office and ultimately to the White House Matthew Denhart of the Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation along with acclaimed Coolidge interpreter Tracy Messer reading from Coolidge's autobiography share the remarkable story of America's th president from his rural upbringing and dramatic midnight swearing-in by his father to the principles [... more]

North Carolina's 11th congressional district is set to choose a new Republican candidate after Congressman Chuck Edwards dropped out of the race due to a House Ethics Committee report. The district's executive committee will meet Monday to select a replacement nominee. Meanwhile, the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction marked the first anniversary of Superintendent Mo Green's five-year strategic plan, launching a public dashboard and pointing to four record results as evidence of progress. The plan aims to make North Carolina's public education system the best in the nation by 2030. In other news, the North Carolina General Assembly has taken action on two pieces of legislation, House Bill 958 and House Bill 834, dealing with elections across the state. The bills have undergone significant changes, with some provisions being moved from one bill to the other. Dr. Andy Jackson from the John Locke Foundation joins the Carolina Journal News Hour to discuss the latest developments. Additionally, new data from the 2025 North Carolina High School Youth Risk Behavior Survey shows that North Carolina has returned to and exceeded pre-pandemic levels across nearly all reported measures, with encouraging percentage drops in student safety, risk behaviors, and mental health. [... more]

Gavin Newsom declares Congress is dead, sparking debate about the state of democracy and the role of the federal government. Meanwhile, Vice President Vance announces the discovery of over $230 billion in fraud, highlighting the need for Congressional action to address the issue. The conversation also turns to the upcoming midterms and the potential impact of the elections on the country's future. [... more]

The North Carolina Supreme Court has signaled it will hear oral arguments in a case involving appointments and judicial vacancies in November, with no resolution expected before the 2027 election. Meanwhile, the governor of Asheville is criticizing North Carolina's firearm laws, arguing they have made the community less safe, despite the legislation not being in effect. A private gated community in North Carolina received $300,000 in public funding for emergency services and shelter repairs, sparking questions about transparency and accountability in the earmarks process. Additionally, a new federal school choice tax credit program could benefit nearly 1.7 million North Carolina children, with 93% of the state's K-12 population qualifying for scholarships. [... more]

The ACLJ uncovers a California election scandal, revealing that the state does not keep track of non-citizen voters, despite federal law requiring them to maintain records of voter status reasons for cancellation. The team is working to bring this to light and ensure election integrity in California and beyond. [... more]

A discussion about Dr. Fauci's alleged involvement in a deep friendship with CNN's Jake Tapper and his obsession with celebrity status, as well as the ongoing conflict with Iran and the potential risks of AI control. The conversation also touches on the controversy surrounding the Mayor of New York City, Zoran Mamdami, and his alleged ties to socialism and communism. Additionally, the topic of Caitlin Collins and Dylan Mulvaney's controversy with President Trump is discussed. [... more]

A new performance audit of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services found concerns with the way compliance visits were conducted at child care centers across the state. The audit also highlighted issues with the division's scheduling practices and the handling of judicial vacancies, with the governor and the General Assembly disagreeing on the interpretation of state law. [... more]

New York City's economic engine is being threatened by Mayor Eric Adams' socialist policies, including anti-Semitic rhetoric and a focus on taxing the rich. The city's business leaders and residents are speaking out against the mayor's agenda, which they believe is driving away investment and talent. Meanwhile, the city's data center industry is being hindered by a moratorium on new developments, which is causing concern among those who see the potential for innovation and job creation. [... more]

A Durham-based energy company, American Efficient, files for bankruptcy after being accused of collecting hundreds of millions of dollars in electricity savings it did not produce. The company's CEO, Adam Abrams, has ties to former Governor Roy Cooper and the North Carolina Democratic Party. Meanwhile, VinFast, a Vietnamese EV manufacturer, is facing a lawsuit from the North Carolina Attorney General's office over its failure to meet job creation targets. The company received a $300 million grant from the state's JDIG program. In other news, former Governor Roy Cooper is leading in fundraising for the US Senate race, with $14.8 million raised in the second quarter compared to Michael Watley's $5 million. [... more]

A discussion on various topics including immigration reform, wokeness, the Smithsonian museums, Mickey Mouse, racism, Western civilization, Marxism, history, the SEC, NCAA, NIL, college football, reverse mortgages, retirement strategy, home equity, conservative politics, the 2028 presidential election, AOC, Mondami, Ted Cruz, the surveillance grid, data centers, the Epstein list, foreign interest, globalist corporations, the war in Iran, President Trump, the Save America Act, Senator John Thune, Fox News, a Christian Journalist, surrogacy, conservative media, culture war, heterosexual marriages, and divorce. [... 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]

The Todd Stern Show discusses various topics including Social Security, the 9th Congressional District race in Tennessee, the National Guard, junk food, Iran's nuclear capabilities, food safety, and the Republican Party's nomination process. [... more]

Medicaid spending in North Carolina has nearly doubled over the last four years, with the state budget fully funding the state's projected Medicaid obligations for the coming fiscal year. Meanwhile, the state is still recovering from Hurricane Helene, with thousands of applicants remaining in various stages of the recovery process. Additionally, cities across North Carolina are grappling with large youth-led gatherings organized or amplified through social media, known as teen takeovers, which have led to violence, property damage, and innocent people getting hurt. [... more]