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Dexter Brinson

Reporter, Mount Olive Chronicle

Covers Duplin County government, regional economic development, and agriculture. A Kenansville native and NC State graduate. Fluent in Spanish. Has covered rural economic issues across eastern North Carolina for nearly a decade.

302 articles published
Senator Rubio Targets Birth Tourism Enablers With Visa Revocations
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Senator Rubio Targets Birth Tourism Enablers With Visa Revocations

Senator Marco Rubio announces visa cancellations for those aiding birth tourism, marking a tough stance on immigration abuses.

Argentine Leader Javier Milei Blasts UN as ‘Fatally Arrogant Parasites’ in Fiery Speech
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Argentine Leader Javier Milei Blasts UN as ‘Fatally Arrogant Parasites’ in Fiery Speech

Javier Milei unleashes a scathing critique of the United Nations, labeling it ‘useless’ and ‘fatally arrogant’ during a fiery global address.

Canadian City Passes Resolution Declaring President Trump ‘Persona Non Grata’
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Canadian City Passes Resolution Declaring President Trump ‘Persona Non Grata’

Toronto city council votes to declare President Trump ‘persona non grata,’ sparking debate across North America.

More Than 167,000 Pounds of Meat Recalled Over False Inspection Labels Nationwide
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More Than 167,000 Pounds of Meat Recalled Over False Inspection Labels Nationwide

A nationwide recall of over 167,000 pounds of meat with false inspection labels is underway amid safety concerns.

Trump’s Nephew Reveals Media Attention as President’s Greatest Vulnerability
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Trump’s Nephew Reveals Media Attention as President’s Greatest Vulnerability

Fred Trump III recalls a 1990 family moment showing how media attention remains President Trump's key vulnerability.

Canada’s Prime Minister Carney Fires Back Amid Trump’s Year-Long Insults
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Canada’s Prime Minister Carney Fires Back Amid Trump’s Year-Long Insults

After more than a year of insults from President Trump, Canadian PM Carney finally pushes back, escalating tensions between neighbors.

Trump Approval Rating Dips as Democrats Hold Double-Digit Lead in Polls
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Trump Approval Rating Dips as Democrats Hold Double-Digit Lead in Polls

President Trump's approval rating drops sharply in September 2026, with Democrats leading Republicans by double digits in recent polls.

GOP Strategist Reveals Republicans’ Private Concerns Over Trump’s Press Ban
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GOP Strategist Reveals Republicans’ Private Concerns Over Trump’s Press Ban

A GOP strategist exposes private Republican doubts about President Trump’s controversial press ban despite public silence.

Fired Climate Scientists Publish New U.S. Report Amid Federal Silence
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Fired Climate Scientists Publish New U.S. Report Amid Federal Silence

After Trump administration halted official climate reports, scientists release new research guiding future U.S. climate studies and local planning.

President Trump’s Approval Rating Hits Career Low at 32%, Poll Shows
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President Trump’s Approval Rating Hits Career Low at 32%, Poll Shows

President Donald Trump’s approval rating falls to a record low of 32% amid economic and foreign policy challenges.

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