Short Take Politics

Political minority clings to North Carolina power

With a veto-proof super-majority, Republicans in North Carolina, who are about to lose power, passed legislation to limit who can vote and also limit the power of the incoming governor and attorney general. If you can’t beat ‘em, cheat ‘em. https://talkingpointsmemo.com/news/north-carolina-gov-and-gov-elect-take-republicans-to-court-over-power-grab

Senate circus this week

Hearings over cabinet nomination for the coming administration start this week. It should be high comedy as people like Pete Hegseth and Pam Bondi get grilled about qualifications or lack thereof. https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-braces-train-wreck-hea…

Hell on earth continues

California is burning and more wind is on the way. It could get worse. https://www.foxnews.com/live-news/los-angeles-wildfires-palisades-eaton…