The Trump Administration is spending nearly $1 billion in taxpayer money to pay off a company to stop investments in the clean energy we need. This is a terrible deal for the people of North Carolina and our country.

There is so much to do to implement ideas proven to improve public education. When we work together, we can open doors of opportunity for every child in North Carolina.

Asheville Regional Airport is where western NC adventures begin for many visitors. It’s good to see that last year was its second-busiest year ever. Western NC is open for business!

Eid Mubarak to all across North Carolina celebrating!

Dell Curry retired as the Charlotte Hornets’ all-time leader in points scored and in games played, and he is the second Hornets player in franchise history to have his jersey retired.

If the General Assembly fails to fully fund Medicaid, care will be disrupted, provider pay will be delayed, and the more than 3 million North Carolinians who depend on the program for care will face unnecessary uncertainty.

Congratulations to the NC Museum of Art on another sold-out Art in Bloom! Earlier this week, Anna and I spent some time looking at so many beautiful installations.

Law enforcement officials put their lives on the line to serve and protect us. We have a responsibility to support them. My Critical Needs Budget provides a much-needed raise for state troopers, correctional officers, and other state public safety professionals...

📢 PSA Airlines, which operates American Eagle, is bringing more than 400 jobs to Mecklenburg County – jobs that will support more than $228 million in economic activity in the region...

Thanks to Ovies and Giglio for having me break down my March Madness brackets. youtu.be/RgcqokeR4sU

My March Madness picks ... coming soon 🏀

North Carolina lives all year for one month. Thanks to Tommy and Greg at Inside Carolina for having me on the pod this morning to talk March Madness and more:

Before I was sworn is as Governor, Rep. Mike Clampitt was one of the first people I called as we worked to rebuild western NC after Hurricane Helene. He was a steadfast public servant for his community in WNC, and today I am saddened by the news of his passing. May his memory be a blessing.

Nearly 3.5 million North Carolinians live in rural communities, the second-largest rural population in the country. More people live in North Carolina’s rural areas than live in at least 20 states.

If you know me, you know I love North Carolina. We’re home to friendly and good people, incredible natural beauty, a growing economy, and the best basketball and BBQ in the country.

Some welcome news for folks forced into temporary housing in western NC by Hurricane Helene: FEMA has extended its direct housing and rental assistance programs for another six months.

Citi is reaffirming its commitment to the Queen City by investing $16 million and adding 500 more jobs to Charlotte! Charlotte is already the second-biggest banking hub in the nation and still growing. I look forward to seeing all that Citi continues to do in North Carolina.

North Carolina, severe storms are moving across the state, bringing strong winds up to 74 mph and a chance of tornadoes and hail. The State Emergency Response Team is activated and ready to respond to any needs.

In the past decade, 8 Australian companies have announced investments in North Carolina. Our relationship with Australia is strong, steadfast, and valued in these challenging times.

North Carolina, there is a threat of severe storms across much of the state starting this afternoon and into tomorrow. Please make sure you have emergency alerts turned on, follow your local weather, and review your severe weather plan. Visit ReadyNC.gov for more.

NCDMV has worked hard to shorten wait times, and it shows. The latest progress? Creating a new online feature that provides an estimated wait time at every driver license office across the state: VisitDMV.nc.gov

North Carolina is excited to welcome the Stellar Gospel Music Awards to Charlotte in August, brought to you by our state’s Major Events Fund.

The attack on Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, is reprehensible. Children were gathered for preschool there in the largest Reform synagogue in the US. I thank the security guard and local law enforcement for acting quickly to protect these kids from harm.

It’s been two and a half years since North Carolina passed a comprehensive budget. We cannot just muddle along. New demands mean we need a new budget.

It’s time to show our teachers, and those who want to become teachers, that in North Carolina, we value public education.

Some great news recently: Last week, Attorney General Jeff Jackson announced successful prosecution of a $12.7 million Medicaid fraud scheme.

The people of North Carolina should expect more from their state government. Let’s pass this Critical Needs Budget now while we work to develop a comprehensive, fiscally responsible budget. youtube.com/shorts/qyhHF...

It was an honor to present The Order of the Long Leaf Pine to a group of outstanding North Carolinians. They’ve dedicated their lives to protecting voting rights, preserving our state’s beauty, and educating the next generation.

More good jobs news! GE Aerospace will be investing another $160 million to create additional manufacturing jobs in Asheville, Durham, West Jefferson, and Wilmington. From the mountains to the coast, the future of flight will be built right here in North Carolina.

North Carolina has an opportunity to build an energy system that’s affordable, reliable, safe, and sustainable.

Excellent public schools create meaningful opportunity for every young person in North Carolina to succeed. That’s why Sen. Berger, Rep Hall, and I are forming a Blue Ribbon Commission on Public Education.

North Carolina is the only state in the country to finish 2025 without a budget.

Together we can lead our state and stop the bleeding. Let’s avoid further destructive shortfalls and preventable crises. Let’s give North Carolinians the stability they deserve and pass this Critical Needs Budget that makes essential investments in our safety, our health, and our education.

This morning, Forsyth County Deputy Kaleb Mitchell died in a fatal crash while serving and protecting his community. Law enforcement officers put their lives on the line to keep us safe. I called Sheriff Kimbrough this morning and pledged whatever support he and his team may need.

📢North Carolina is investing $24 million in projects across the state that will improve flood mitigation, protect critical infrastructure, and reduce community risks from future disasters.

It was an honor to be with leaders and members from all of our state and federally recognized tribes at the United Tribes of North Carolina’s annual Unity Conference.

Brunswick County is the fastest-growing county in NC and the 11th-fastest-growing county in the country, which means lots of new North Carolinians need to take care of business at the DMV. New DMV offices like the one in Leland mean shorter lines and faster services for everyone.

Every North Carolinian should be protected from dangerous forever chemicals like PFAS. Thanks to an investment from the state, 230 more homes will get connected to a water system with a filtration system that ensures they can enjoy clean drinking water.

FEMA needs to act with greater urgency approving & distributing relief funds to the people and communities of western NC as we continue to rebuild after Hurricane Helene. I look forward to working with Senator Mullin, the newly tapped Secretary of DHS, and his team at FEMA to deliver for western NC.

All three of our kids went through and graduated from Wake County schools, so it was a special honor to be at this year’s Pieces of Gold celebration. These talented young people reflect the very best of our public education system!

UPDATE: Yesterday FEMA announced more than $11 million for its Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.

North Carolina led the nation in fourth-quarter employment gains in 2025. Since January 2025, we’ve announced more than 37,000 new jobs and more than $26 billion in economic development investment – the best year for job announcements in state history. Let’s keep up North Carolina’s momentum!

📚It was Book Character Day at Green Magnet Elementary School. Thanks for sharing your favorite book characters with Anna and me!

GOOD NEWS: Nearly $70 million in FEMA funds will be coming to reimburse local governments in Avery, Buncombe, and Yancey counties.

It was an honor to be with members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated today in Raleigh. I look forward to continuing to work together in the fight for policies that will build a safer and stronger North Carolina.

Our public schools open doors of opportunity for our students, and we must continue to make sure our kids received an excellent education.

We’re getting ready for the FIFA World Cup, and North Carolina is proud to welcome the Scottish, Norwegian, and German men’s national soccer teams this summer! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 - Charlotte 🇳🇴 - Greensboro 🇩🇪 - Winston-Salem

I was proud to join this celebration of Lumbee federal recognition!

It’s Primary Election Day, North Carolina! Find your polling location, grab your ID, and vote!

North Carolina, tomorrow is Primary Election Day! If you haven’t already, make a plan to vote. Find your Election Day polling location: