Tune in here to this Thursday's edition of the Brett Winterble Show! 



We’re joined by Michael Whatley from North Carolina, former RNC chairman and U.S. Senate candidate, to talk about the growing controversy surrounding Governor Roy Cooper’s prison release settlement and broader concerns over public safety and accountability. Whatley breaks down the lawsuit that led to the release of roughly 3,500 inmates during Cooper’s tenure, the secrecy around the list of those released, and the revelation that DeCarlos Brown Jr.—later convicted in a fatal Charlotte light rail murder—was among them. He rejects claims that the early release “doesn’t count,” arguing responsibility still rests with the governor who approved the deal.



The discussion also touches on cashless bail, repeat offenders, and unanswered questions about how many other released inmates may have gone on to commit violent crimes. Throughout the conversation, Whatley calls for transparency, a public reckoning, and clearer explanations from Roy Cooper as he seeks higher office, framing the issue as a defining test of leadership, judgment, and commitment to keeping communities safe.



Listen here for all of this and more on The Brett Winterble Show!



For more from Brett Winterble check out his YouTube channel.

Tune in here to this Thursday's edition of the Brett Winterble Show!&nbsp;
 
We&rsquo;re joined by Michael Whatley from North Carolina, former RNC chairman and U.S. Senate candidate, to talk about the growing controversy surrounding Governor Roy Cooper&rsquo;s prison release settlement and broader concerns over public safety and accountability. Whatley breaks down the lawsuit that led to the release of roughly 3,500 inmates during Cooper&rsquo;s tenure, the secrecy around the list of those released, and the revelation that DeCarlos Brown Jr.&mdash;later convicted in a fatal Charlotte light rail murder&mdash;was among them. He rejects claims that the early release &ldquo;doesn&rsquo;t count,&rdquo; arguing responsibility still rests with the governor who approved the deal.
 
The discussion also touches on cashless bail, repeat offenders, and unanswered questions about how many other released inmates may have gone on to commit violent crimes. Throughout the conversation, Whatley calls for transparency, a public reckoning, and clearer explanations from Roy Cooper as he seeks higher office, framing the issue as a defining test of leadership, judgment, and commitment to keeping communities safe.
 
Listen here for all of this and more on The Brett Winterble Show!
 
For more from Brett Winterble check out his <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheBrettWinterbleShow/featured">YouTube channel</a>.

The Brett Winterble Show is heard Monday through Friday from 3-7 pm on News Talk 1110 & 99.3 WBT. After spending nearly a decade with Rush Limbaugh as a Producer, Brett began his own show in 2008. Brett has been heard on Sirius XM, plus 980 KFWB in Los Angeles and 760 KFMB in San Diego.  A lover of Current Events, Sports, Entertainment and stories that really matter to the local audience, Brett has high energy and boundless curiosity. He is a graduate of Emerson College and American Military University with degrees in Political Communication and Homeland Security/Intelligence Studies. Brett is married and has 2 teenagers plus a couple of cats, three birds, and some fish! His hobbies include travel, comedy writing, consuming motorsports and barbecue.

The Brett Winterble Show is heard Monday through Friday from 3-7 pm on News Talk 1110 &amp; 99.3 WBT. After spending nearly a decade with Rush Limbaugh as a Producer, Brett began his own show in 2008. Brett has been heard on Sirius XM, plus 980 KFWB in Los Angeles and 760 KFMB in San Diego.  A lover of Current Events, Sports, Entertainment and stories that really matter to the local audience, Brett has high energy and boundless curiosity. He is a graduate of Emerson College and American Military University with degrees in Political Communication and Homeland Security/Intelligence Studies. Brett is married and has 2 teenagers plus a couple of cats, three birds, and some fish! His hobbies include travel, comedy writing, consuming motorsports and barbecue.

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