SUMMARY: Legal sports gambling in North Carolina has proven to be a losing endeavor for the state. Despite projections of over $6 billion in annual spending, only 1.8% of net proceeds are directed to public benefit. In December, for example, from $613 million in sales, only $6.4 million was allocated to public use. Additionally, enforcement of laws against underage betting is lacking, with zero citations issued despite a $2 million annual budget for enforcement. Alarmingly, studies reveal that approximately 30,000 college students may develop gambling problems, with underage gamblers facing significantly higher suicide risks. The promised benefits of sports betting warrant a reevaluation.

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SUMMARY: North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis introduced the “Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities” bill, allowing victims and their families to sue local governments that fail to honor Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainer requests. Supported by nine Republican cosponsors, the bill aims to hold sanctuary cities accountable for releasing potentially dangerous criminals, thereby prioritizing public safety. Tillis criticized liberal politicians for prioritizing ideology over constituents’ safety and emphasized the need to combat illegal immigration. The legislation would also require local governments to waive immunity to receive certain federal grants. Republicans hold majorities in North Carolina’s legislature.

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SUMMARY: Full federal recognition for the Lumbee Tribe, the largest tribe east of the Mississippi River, is gaining momentum under President Donald Trump. During a recent statement, Trump expressed his support for the tribe and issued a memorandum requesting the Secretary of the Interior to propose a plan for their full recognition. Historically, the Lumbees were recognized by North Carolina in 1885 and received limited recognition from Congress in 1956 without the benefits of other federally recognized tribes. A bill, known as the Lumbee Fairness Act, has been introduced in both congressional chambers, advocating for the tribe’s rights and services.

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