USDA Rule Could Affect Food Stamp Eligibility For 3 Million
The Trump administration on Tuesday proposed tightening automatic eligibility requirements for the food stamp program, a change that could affect about 3.1 million people.
City Moving Forward With 2020 RNC Despite Concerns
City leaders are moving forward with plans to host the Republican National Convention, despite calls from some to revoke the invitation. Council also passed a resolution condemning racist remarks from President Trump.
Puerto Rico Prepares For Massive Protest To Expel Governor
Puerto Rico braced early Monday for what many people expected to be one of the biggest protests ever seen in the U.S. territory as irate islanders pledged to drive Gov. Ricardo RossellΓ³ from office.
President Trump Claims He Tried To Stop 'Send Her Back!' Chant Even Though Video Shows Otherwise
Trump claimed he had tried to stop the chant at a reelection event Wednesday night in North Carolina β though video shows otherwise.
Trump Says Not Happy With Backers 'Send Her Back' Chant
President Donald Trump said Thursday he was unhappy with his supporters chanting βsend her backβ after he assailed a young Democratic congresswoman who heβs suggested should leave the U.S.
House Set To Approve Phased-In $15 Fed Minimum Wage
For the first time in a decade, the House is set to approve an increase in the federal minimum wage β to $15 an hour, including for tipped workers.
Former SC Governor Mark Sanford Mulls 2020 Bid, But Observers Question His Motives
Former South Carolina governor and congressman Mark Sanford is floating the possibility that he will mount an uphill challenge to President Donald Trump for the Republican presidential nomination.
Trump Headlines Administration's Visits To North Carolina
President Donald Trump is returning to North Carolina for a campaign rally in a likely presidential battleground state that he won in 2016.
Mary Curtis: What's Next After CMS Board Suspends Superintendent
Before the school year, there's more drama as the CMS superintendent gets suspended. The board will meet Friday to consider Dr. Wilcox's contract.
McCready Adds to Financial Lead Over Bishop in 9th District Re-Do
With less than two months until the NC 9th Congressional District special election, Dan Bishop Finds himself in a huge financial hole. New numbers from the Federal Elections Commission show the republican candidate is trailing democrat Dan McCready nearly 5 to 1 in fundraising, but experts say the financial edge doesn't always ensure victory.
President Trump Digs In Amid Censure Of Racist Tweets About Lawmakers
Injecting race into his criticism of liberal Democrats, President Donald Trump said four congresswomen of color should go back to the βbroken and crime infestedβ countries they came from, ignoring the fact that all of the women are American citizens and three were born in the U.S.
Labor Secretary Acosta Resigning Amid Epstein Deal Scrutiny
Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta said Friday he is resigning following renewed scrutiny of his handling of a 2008 secret plea deal with wealthy financier Jeffrey Esptein , who is accused of sexually abusing dozens of underage girls.
President Trump Plans News Move To Force Citizenship Question On Census
President Donald Trump is expected to announce new executive action Thursday to try to force the inclusion of a citizenship question on the 2020 census, even after the Supreme Court temporarily blocked the effort.
Mary Curtis: What Does the Jeffrey Epstein Case Say About Justice and Privilege?
Top democratic leaders are calling for Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta to resign over handling of 2008 Epstein plea deal.
Texas Billionaire H. Ross Perot Dies At 89
H. Ross Perot, the colorful, self-made Texas billionaire who rose from a childhood of Depression-era poverty and twice ran for president as a third-party candidate, has died. He was 89.
Gov. Cooper Signs "Death By Distribution" Bill Into Law
On July 8, 2019, Governor Roy Cooper signed into law "Death by Distribution" (H474). Representative Arp, a primary sponsor, said, "This new law will ensure that anyone who is working against us by selling opioids and lethal drugs that kill vulnerable people will be held accountable for their actions."
Trump Vows July 4 βShow Of A Lifetimeβ As Protests Gather
A reality TV host at heart, President Donald Trump is promising the βshow of a lifetimeβ for the hundreds of thousands of revelers who flock to the National Mall every year on the Fourth of July.
Mary C. Curtis: A Controversial Fourth of July Celebration
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Even an all-American holiday doesnβt mean a break from political polarization. The annual Washington, D.C., party and fireworks celebration this year will also feature an exhibit of military might, with…
Ride-Sharing Rule Changes Promoting Safety OK'd By NC House
New rules for drivers of ride-sharing companies like Uber and Lyft operating in North Carolina have cleared the state House.
Cooper Vetoes GOP Budget, Calls It An 'Astonishing Failure'
North Carolina Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper has vetoed the Republican state budget bill that he calls an "astonishing failure of common sense and common decency."
