Teachers across the state are showing their true priorities today—walking out of classrooms and leaving students behind to take part in a left-wing protest in Raleigh that appears to have little to do with actual education funding. Terry Stoops from Defending Education joins the show with analysis from the NCAE protest.

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Ahead of the midterms, the Progressive Caucus is rolling out its “Contract with America,” pitching it as a plan to lower costs and ease the burden on working families—but as with most sweeping promises out of Washington, the real question is what’s buried in the fine print and who ultimately pays the price?

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A political firestorm is brewing in North Carolina after former James Comey was reportedly indicted by a federal grand jury over a cryptic “86 47” seashell post that quickly went viral online. What did it mean—and did the former head of the FBI know exactly how it would be interpreted?

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Two Mecklenburg County Democrats, Rep. Carla Cunningham and Rep. Nasif Majeed serving in the General Assembly have switched their party affiliation to unaffiliated in just three days, delivering a significant setback for North Carolina Democrats. The rapid back-to-back departures raise fresh questions about party unity and could complicate efforts to maintain cohesion in a closely divided legislature. Plus, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin makes a fool of Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro.

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A shooting at this weekend’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner, targeting President Trump and members of his administration, is a shocking escalation that demands serious discussion. This is not a “both sides” issue—Democrats and the media have been ratcheting up the rhetoric and pressure for years, and it’s long past time they take a hard look in the mirror and reflect.

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The Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools were once again called before the General Assembly yesterday, facing scrutiny over allegations they are not complying with state law requiring greater parental involvement in their children’s education. Lawmakers raised concerns about transparency and accountability, signaling growing frustration with the district’s leadership. In response, new legislation has been introduced that would strip administrative funding from districts found in violation, increasing pressure on CHCCS to change course or face financial consequences.

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The DOJ just dropped a bombshell: the Southern Poverty Law Center is now facing federal fraud and money laundering charges tied to alleged dealings with violent extremist groups. While the SPLC publicly condemned hate groups, it was allegedly funneling millions behind the scenes to individuals connected to them.

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North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein is pitching a nearly $3 billion spending increase—while freezing school choice and halting tax cuts. We break down what’s actually in the $35 billion budget, who benefits, and why taxpayers will be on the hook.

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