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North Carolina Tax Cuts Spark Bipartisan Political Tensions

4/24/2025

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North Carolina Republicans, spearheaded by Senate leader Phil Berger, are pushing for major tax cuts even as a budget deficit looms. The proposed budget slashes $33 million from higher education and $57 million from community colleges, while cutting vital programs. In a surprising twist, four Senate Democrats backed the budget, revealing the intricate dance of bipartisan politics at play.

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North Carolina Republicans, spearheaded by Senate leader Phil Berger, are pushing for major tax cuts even as a budget deficit looms. The proposed budget slashes $33 million from higher education and $57 million from community colleges, while cutting vital programs. In a surprising twist, four Senate Democrats backed the budget, revealing the intricate dance of bipartisan politics at play.