NC Family Joins School Event; Hanig Retires; Tariff Concerns

A Statesville family was featured at a White House event highlighting school choice, as the Trump administration continues promoting expanded education options for families nationwide. Meanwhile, two Lenoir County women have pleaded guilty in a $180,000 COVID-related fraud case. The program also examines concerns from CaptiveAire President Bob Luddy, who says tariffs are creating challenges for small businesses. Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss state Sen. Bobby Hanig’s decision to retire from the General Assembly and what his departure could mean for the legislature.