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Trump's Budget Cuts Devastate North Carolina Economy

3/4/2025

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In North Carolina, President Trump's federal budget cuts are wreaking havoc on the economy. Furloughed workers, including contractors and aid staff, are struggling to make ends meet, turning to food stamps and selling personal belongings. The cuts jeopardize local jobs, especially in the Research Triangle, threatening the stability of universities and businesses that depend on federal support.

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Story summary

In North Carolina, President Trump's federal budget cuts are wreaking havoc on the economy. Furloughed workers, including contractors and aid staff, are struggling to make ends meet, turning to food stamps and selling personal belongings. The cuts jeopardize local jobs, especially in the Research Triangle, threatening the stability of universities and businesses that depend on federal support.