SE North Carolina News

Budd Highlights 3 Years of the Biden Border Crisis Ahead of the State of the Union

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 7, 2024

Washington, D.C. — In a speech on the Senate floor before tonight’s State of the Union Address, Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) criticized President Biden for his handling of the border crisis. Senator Budd referenced historical quotes and condemned the current administration's immigration policies.Budd quoted President Abraham Lincoln, suggesting that Biden's actions have caused significant harm to the government in a short period. He attributed the ongoing border crisis to President Biden's executive actions, stating that they signal a lack of commitment to enforcing...

Senator Budd Meets with Family of NC Hostage

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 7, 2024

Washington, D.C. — Prior to the State of the Union Address, Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) met with the family of Keith Siegel, a North Carolina native still being held hostage by Hamas terrorists in Gaza. Keith’s sister Lucy and niece Hanna were guests of Senators Budd and Tillis and attended the speech.In a statement, Senator Budd expressed his gratitude for hosting Lucy and Hanna Siegel at the State of the Union, acknowledging their strength in the face of adversity. He emphasized the importance of not forgetting about Americans held captive and reiterated the government's...

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Northern Township of Federal Point: Precinct FP06

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 6, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a SE North Carolina News analysis of North Carolina voter history data shows 3,527 voters in Northern Township of Federal Point: Precinct FP06 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Cheapest premium gas in cities across New Hanover County in week ending Mar. 2

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 6, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout New Hanover County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 2, according to GasBuddy.com.

Budd, Peters, & Hickenlooper Introduce Bill to Provide Flexibility to Local Workforce Development Boards

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 6, 2024

Washington, D.C. — Today, Senators Ted Budd (R-NC) and Gary Peters (D-MI) and John Hickenlooper (D-CO) introduced the Lifelong Learning Act. The bipartisan bill aims to provide more flexibility to local workforce development boards (LWDBs) to address the training needs of existing workers and individuals reconnecting with the workforce.The bill, supported by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, allows LWDBs to allocate funds for incumbent worker training and transitional jobs, as well as serving as one-stop operators in local workforce areas with the approval of the Governor and...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Pender County in week ending Mar. 2?

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 5, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Pender County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 2, according to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Pender County in week ending Mar. 2?

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 5, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Pender County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 2, according to GasBuddy.com.

Who voted in Central N Township of Federal Point: Precinct FP07 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 5, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a SE North Carolina News analysis of North Carolina voter history data shows 4,527 voters in Central N Township of Federal Point: Precinct FP07 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Budd, Tillis Call for Action on Marijuana Production by Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 5, 2024

Senators Ted Budd and Thom Tillis have reached out to various government officials, including U.S. Attorney General Merrick B. Garland and U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration Administrator Anne Milgram, regarding the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians' plans to produce and sell marijuana.The senators expressed concerns about the operation in a letter, stating, "In recent months, we have heard directly from North Carolinians who have communicated their concerns about the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) and Qualla Enterprise LLC establishing an operation to produce,...

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Cape Fear: Precinct CF06

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 4, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a SE North Carolina News analysis of North Carolina voter history data shows 2,380 voters in Central Township of Cape Fear: Precinct CF06 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Budd, Tillis, Hudson Request Update on Fort Liberty’s Joint Deployment Warfighting Complex

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 4, 2024

Senator Ted Budd, Senator Thom Tillis, and Rep. Richard Hudson have jointly requested an update on the progress of the Joint Deployment Warfighting Complex (JDWC) at Fort Liberty. In a letter addressed to the U.S. Army Secretary and Chief of Staff, the officials expressed their interest in receiving updates and progress reports on the project.The letter stated, "It is our understanding that the Army has completed initial planning for the JDWC. Given the potential for significant cost savings and the clear operational need for this project, we request a briefing from the...

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within New Hanover County in week ending Mar. 2?

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 4, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout New Hanover County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 2, according to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Brunswick County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Mar. 2

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 4, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Brunswick County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 2, according to GasBuddy.com.

How did Eastern Township of Cape Fear: Precinct CF05 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 3, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a SE North Carolina News analysis of North Carolina voter history data shows 2,659 voters in Eastern Township of Cape Fear: Precinct CF05 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Pender County in week ending Mar. 2

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 3, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Pender County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 2, according to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Brunswick County in week ending Mar. 2

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 3, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Brunswick County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 2, according to GasBuddy.com.

Which former SE North Carolina News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 4?

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 2, 2024

These former SE North Carolina News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 4.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central NE Township of Cape Fear: Precinct CF02

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 2, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a SE North Carolina News analysis of North Carolina voter history data shows 2,231 voters in Central NE Township of Cape Fear: Precinct CF02 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.