5-21-25: NC Political Rummors
Tune in here to this Wednesday’s edition of Breaking With Brett Jensen!
Breaking Brett Jensen kicks the show off by discussing political rumors swirling across North Carolina and the potential shakeup in the 2026 U.S. Senate race. One of the hottest rumors is that Senator Tom Tillis may not seek re-election, with names like Michael Whatley, Dave Boliek, and even Laura Trump being floated as possible GOP successors. On the Democratic side, Brett highlights Jeff Jackson as a frontrunner, citing his charisma and rising profile. Jensen emphasizes that these are not confirmed reports but rather speculation from his extensive network of political insiders
Later, Jensen discusses the second anniversary of the devastating SouthPark fire and the emotional impact it continues to have on the victims’ families. On May 18, 2023, a massive five-alarm fire broke out at an apartment construction site, killing two workers, DeMonte Sherrill and Reuben Holmes. Brett recalls witnessing the blaze firsthand and providing live updates. He highlights the ongoing fight for accountability by the victims’ families, who have filed wrongful death lawsuits against the builder. WBTV’s in-depth reporting, led by David Hodges
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