President Donald Trump returned to North Carolina Tuesday night for a campaign rally in Greenville, where he urged voters to support Republican U.S. Senate candidate Michael Whatley and congressional candidates Laurie Buckhout and Jennifer Balkcom. The program features audio from the rally, including Trump's criticism of former Gov. Roy Cooper's record on crime, immigration, and the economy as Republicans work to increase turnout ahead of the November midterms. Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss Vice President JD Vance's Monday rally in Hendersonville, where he campaigned for Whatley and Balkcom while highlighting Hurricane Helene recovery efforts and the administration's policy agenda. Plus, an update on Tuesday's early voting totals as turnout continues to outpace the same period in the 2022 midterm elections.

President Donald Trump returned to North Carolina Tuesday night for a campaign rally in Greenville, where he urged voters to support Republican U.S. Senate candidate Michael Whatley and congressional candidates Laurie Buckhout and Jennifer Balkcom. The program features audio from the rally, including Trump's criticism of former Gov. Roy Cooper's record on crime, immigration, and the economy as Republicans work to increase turnout ahead of the November midterms. Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss Vice President JD Vance's Monday rally in Hendersonville, where he campaigned for Whatley and Balkcom while highlighting Hurricane Helene recovery efforts and the administration's policy agenda. Plus, an update on Tuesday's early voting totals as turnout continues to outpace the same period in the 2022 midterm elections.

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Trump Rallies in Greenville; Vance Visits WNC; Early Voting Update

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The latest Carolina Journal Poll offers a new look at North Carolina's political landscape with less than two weeks until Election Day. David Larson of Carolina Journal joins the program to break down approval ratings for President Donald Trump and Gov. Josh Stein, along with voter preferences in legislative and congressional races. The October survey shows Trump with 44% approval and Stein at 51%, while Democrats hold a six-point advantage on both generic ballots. Larson also examines favorability ratings for Republican Michael Whatley and Democrat Roy Cooper, along with voters' views of the Democratic Socialists of America. In North Carolina's U.S. Senate race, Cooper leads Whatley by 10 points, down from a 15-point advantage in September. Plus, Andy Jackson of the John Locke Foundation joins the program as North Carolina surpasses one million early votes, with registered Democrats maintaining a substantial turnout advantage over Republicans.

The latest Carolina Journal Poll offers a new look at North Carolina's political landscape with less than two weeks until Election Day. David Larson of Carolina Journal joins the program to break down approval ratings for President Donald Trump and Gov. Josh Stein, along with voter preferences in legislative and congressional races. The October survey shows Trump with 44% approval and Stein at 51%, while Democrats hold a six-point advantage on both generic ballots. Larson also examines favorability ratings for Republican Michael Whatley and Democrat Roy Cooper, along with voters' views of the Democratic Socialists of America. In North Carolina's U.S. Senate race, Cooper leads Whatley by 10 points, down from a 15-point advantage in September. Plus, Andy Jackson of the John Locke Foundation joins the program as North Carolina surpasses one million early votes, with registered Democrats maintaining a substantial turnout advantage over Republicans.

October CJ Poll; Cooper Leads Whatley by 10; Early Voting Tops 1 Million

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Republicans face three competitive legislative races in Wake County that could leave the state's most populous county without GOP representation in the General Assembly. Republican incumbents Erin Paré and Mike Schietzelt are defending their House seats, while Chris Stock challenges Democratic Sen. Haseeb Fatmi. Meanwhile, western North Carolina is receiving an additional $873 million in federal funding to repair roads, bridges, and other infrastructure damaged by Hurricane Helene. Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss a federal judge's decision to reject a preliminary injunction in a lawsuit challenging North Carolina's mail-in ballot requirements, allowing existing signature and envelope rules to remain in place. Plus, an update on Wednesday's early voting totals as North Carolinians continue heading to the polls ahead of the November midterms.

Republicans face three competitive legislative races in Wake County that could leave the state's most populous county without GOP representation in the General Assembly. Republican incumbents Erin Par&eacute; and Mike Schietzelt are defending their House seats, while Chris Stock challenges Democratic Sen. Haseeb Fatmi. Meanwhile, western North Carolina is receiving an additional $873 million in federal funding to repair roads, bridges, and other infrastructure damaged by Hurricane Helene. Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss a federal judge's decision to reject a preliminary injunction in a lawsuit challenging North Carolina's mail-in ballot requirements, allowing existing signature and envelope rules to remain in place. Plus, an update on Wednesday's early voting totals as North Carolinians continue heading to the polls ahead of the November midterms.

Wake County Legislative Races; $873M for Helene Recovery; Mail Ballot Ruling

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North Carolina is reporting the lowest gasoline and diesel prices in the nation following the temporary suspension of the state's 41-cent-per-gallon fuel tax. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has announced a settlement with UNC-Chapel Hill resolving federal investigations into allegations of antisemitism and racial discrimination, requiring changes to university policies and admissions practices. The administration has also released $550 million in federal funding for a major North Carolina passenger rail project. Andy Jackson of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to examine the first four days of early voting, with Democratic turnout significantly outpacing Republicans and questions emerging about whether the GOP can close the gap before Election Day. Plus, an update on Monday's voting totals and President Donald Trump's scheduled Tuesday evening rally in Greenville.

North Carolina is reporting the lowest gasoline and diesel prices in the nation following the temporary suspension of the state's 41-cent-per-gallon fuel tax. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has announced a settlement with UNC-Chapel Hill resolving federal investigations into allegations of antisemitism and racial discrimination, requiring changes to university policies and admissions practices. The administration has also released $550 million in federal funding for a major North Carolina passenger rail project. Andy Jackson of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to examine the first four days of early voting, with Democratic turnout significantly outpacing Republicans and questions emerging about whether the GOP can close the gap before Election Day. Plus, an update on Monday's voting totals and President Donald Trump's scheduled Tuesday evening rally in Greenville.

NC Fuel Prices Fall; $550M for Rail; Democrats Lead Early Voting

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Trump Rallies in Greenville; Vance Visits WNC; Early Voting Update

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