Voucher Data Examined; Sports Betting

New data shows North Carolina’s most elite private schools receive relatively little funding through the Opportunity Scholarship Program, challenging claims that the program primarily benefits wealthy families attending high-cost institutions. Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss budget changes that increase the state’s sports-wagering tax and authorize prediction markets. Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation also examines a lawsuit filed by a former Gaston County teacher who claims she was fired over a comment related to Charlie Kirk. Plus, the State Health Plan and Duke Health have reached an agreement preserving access to Duke providers for plan members.