Despite media backlash over President-elect Trump’s Cabinet picks, including former ICE chief Tom Homan’s appointment as border czar, GOP North Carolina legislators are set to overrule Gov. Roy Cooper’s block on legislation mandating local law enforcement agencies to cooperate with ICE. The legislation, which has been stalled for five years, includes an ICE provision and additional funds for school vouchers, prompting criticism from Cooper and the ACLU for being unconstitutional and circumventing local authority. The bill, HB10, is expected to be taken up for a veto override vote soon.
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U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel partnership is finalized, companies say
U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel have finalized their partnership, retaining U.S. Steel's name and headquarters in Pittsburgh while committing to over $11 billion in investments by 2028, creating 100,000 jobs in the U.S. A National Security Agreement ensures U.S. governance of the company, including board members being U.S. citizens, while allowing U.S. Steel to operate independently. Need More Context? 🔎
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