North Carolina G.O.P. Brushes Aside Democratic Governor to Expand Power

After cloaking a bill that strips key powers from Democrats as hurricane aid, the state’s Republican-controlled legislature overrode a veto from Gov. Roy Cooper, a Democrat, to pass it into law.

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North Carolina Republicans override veto, stripping governor's powers

A bill that strips power from North Carolina's Democratic governor became law on Wednesday after state Republicans voted to override Gov. Roy Cooper’s (D) veto in a 72-46 supermajority vote in the ...
The Hill - 1h
North Carolina GOP lawmakers override veto of bill to strip power from incoming Democratic officials

North Carolina Republican lawmakers voted to override a gubernatorial veto of a bill that strips the state's incoming Democratic officials of key powers.
NBC News - 1h
It's the GOP's world in Washington. The Democratic governors are getting ready

Democratic governors met in Los Angeles over the weekend to discuss the way forward, as GOP is set to control all three branches of the federal government.
CBS News - 2d
Storm Aid vs. Partisan Power: A Showdown Looms in North Carolina

As Republicans try to muscle through a bill that is nominally dedicated to hurricane relief but in fact erodes Democrats’ influence, residents of the areas hit hardest say they urgently need help.
The New York Times - 9h
North Carolina G.O.P. Wants to Disqualify Ballots in One of State’s Tightest Races

One of the closest state elections in North Carolina history now hinges on the latest power struggle between state Republicans and Democrats — and a voter form dating back 20 years.
The New York Times - 2d
North Carolina interviews Bill Belichick: Super Bowl-winning coach lends legitimacy to top Power Four job

Regardless if UNC hires Belichick -- or if he's even truly interested -- his interview shows this job will be coveted
CBS Sports - 6d
Rep. Nadler to step aside as Democratic Judiciary leader for a younger chair

Rep. Jerry Nadler announced Wednesday he would step down from his role as the Democratic leader on the House Judiciary Committee and backed Rep. Jamie Raskin.
ABC News - 6d
Republican senators brush aside Pete Hegseth misconduct allegations after meeting him

Republican senators who met Monday with Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for defense secretary, brushed aside sexual assault and other allegations against him.
NBC News - Dec. 3