White House Slanders Gov. Stein When Asked for Relief Funding
Gov. Josh Stein is doing everything possible for Western NC, but Trump is withholding disaster recovery funding. Trump was quick to come here when he was campaigning. He should tour the recovery himself before attacking our state. Read more in the ABC 13 News article, White House calls NC Gov. Stein ‘unfit to run a […]
AmeriCorps suit won
AmeriCorps volunteers are doing vital work in our state, including helping the recovery efforts in Western NC. I’m glad to see Jeff Jackson fighting for our state and restoring these funds. Read more from The News & Observer article, Trump administration to release $185M after NC, states prevail in AmeriCorps suit.
Republican Policies Harming Western NC After Hurricane Helene
This weekend, I heard from members of the Ashe and Watauga County Democratic Parties about how Republican policies are harming them. Despite Trump’s attempt to withhold vital recovery funding, I’m glad to see Western NC recovering after Hurricane Helene.
Trump’s Tariffs are a Disaster for NC Families
Trump’s tariffs are a disaster for NC families. As though raising the price of groceries wasn’t enough, he’s making school supplies more expensive. Learn more in the U.S. Chamber of Commerce article, Tariffs Bring Massive New Taxes on Food, Apparel, Back-to-School Items.
Wake County Sets New Tourism Record
Tourism brought a record $3.4 billion to Wake County in 2024, supporting more than 26,000 jobs and saving families hundreds in taxes each year. These numbers prove what we already know: Wake County is a great place to live, work, and visit. Read more in the CBS17 article, Report shows tourism brought $3.4 billion to […]
Republican Cuts to Medicaid Impact Everyone, Including Children
Republican cuts to Medicaid will be devastating to millions of Americans, including children who rely on it for healthcare. Take it from a North Carolina mom whose 4 year old son relies on Medicaid. Thank you for sharing your story.
Republican Cuts to SNAP and Medicaid Will Impact Wake Co. Students Directly
Hungry kids have trouble learning. It’s simple. Yet Trump and Republicans cut funding for nutrition assistance, knowing some children would get less food. Learn more in the WRAL News article, Changes to federal SNAP, Medicaid programs will require changes to NC’s school meal programs.
Women’s Equality Day
Women’s Equality Day is an important reminder that our fight for full equality is not yet finished. I was grateful to be able to spend time with the League of Women Voters honoring the trailblazing women who came before us and all of the women who serve Wake County.
Impending Trump Cuts to Disaster Response
Trump looked North Carolinians in the eyes and told them he’d do whatever it takes to help them recover from Helene. But through seven months in office he’s gutted FEMA and withheld vital funds. Learn more in The New York Times article, FEMA Employees Warn That Trump Is Gutting Disaster Response.
Stein Calls Out Federal Government Over Lack of Helene Support
Gov. Josh Stein is right. Trump and his admin are withholding desperately needed funding. They’re playing politics with the lives and livelihoods of thousands of North Carolinians. Learn more in the News & Observer article, NC Gov. Stein says federal government ‘has not met the moment’ on Helene funding.