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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
Missouri Official Fired After Exposing MAGA Plot to Fake Election Threats
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Missouri Official Fired After Exposing MAGA Plot to Fake Election Threats

A Missouri election integrity director was fired after revealing plans to fabricate threats against officials in a MAGA-backed scheme ahead of 2026 midterms.

7 Shocking Truths Behind the Trump Pardon Broker Scandal Exposed by 60 Minutes
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7 Shocking Truths Behind the Trump Pardon Broker Scandal Exposed by 60 Minutes

60 Minutes exposes a covert pardon broker industry cashing in on promises to influence President Trump’s clemency decisions.

Judge Blocks Kennedy Center Board From Adding President Trump’s Name to Building
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Judge Blocks Kennedy Center Board From Adding President Trump’s Name to Building

A federal judge stops the Kennedy Center board from inscribing President Trump’s name on the iconic venue, citing legal restrictions.

Comer Demands Release of Immigration Evidence Against Rep. Ilhan Omar for Congressional Review
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Comer Demands Release of Immigration Evidence Against Rep. Ilhan Omar for Congressional Review

House Oversight Chairman Comer demands the Trump administration release immigration evidence on Rep. Ilhan Omar for Congress to decide on expulsion.

Stephen Colbert Urges Hollywood to Protect Late-Night TV at 2026 Emmys
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Stephen Colbert Urges Hollywood to Protect Late-Night TV at 2026 Emmys

Stephen Colbert called on Hollywood’s MAGA leaders to preserve late-night TV and support its workforce during his 2026 Emmy speech.

Supreme Court Blocks Trump Administration’s New Mail-In Voting Restrictions
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Supreme Court Blocks Trump Administration’s New Mail-In Voting Restrictions

The Supreme Court halts Trump administration’s attempt to limit mail-in voting, preserving current ballot delivery rules before November 2026 elections.

UnitedHealthcare and Humana Slash Medicare Advantage Benefits Amid Trump-Era Payouts
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UnitedHealthcare and Humana Slash Medicare Advantage Benefits Amid Trump-Era Payouts

UnitedHealthcare and Humana plan major Medicare Advantage cuts impacting over 1.7 million seniors after Trump-era payment hikes.

Kennedy Center Faces Bankruptcy Without Trump Name Restoration, Officials Warn
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Kennedy Center Faces Bankruptcy Without Trump Name Restoration, Officials Warn

Kennedy Center warns of imminent bankruptcy and potential closure without President Trump’s name restored to its building facade.

NYC Mayor Mamdani and AG James Sue to Block Trump Rule Denying Immigrants Over Welfare Use
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NYC Mayor Mamdani and AG James Sue to Block Trump Rule Denying Immigrants Over Welfare Use

New York City Mayor Mamdani and AG Letitia James sue to stop Trump administration's expanded public charge rule targeting immigrants' access to benefits.

Muslim Voters Back El-Sayed Despite Clash Over Social Issues in Michigan Senate Race
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Muslim Voters Back El-Sayed Despite Clash Over Social Issues in Michigan Senate Race

Michigan Muslim voters wrestle with El-Sayed’s liberal views but still support him for stronger community representation.

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