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Rob Eastwood

Reporter, Mount Olive Chronicle

Rob Eastwood is a Wayne County native and veteran journalist with 18 years of community news experience across eastern North Carolina. A graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's Hussman School of Media and Journalism, James covers government, policy, and community affairs. He lives in Mount Olive with his wife and two children.

162 articles published
Russia Launches Massive Attack on Ukraine with 258 Drones and Ballistic Missiles
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Russia Launches Massive Attack on Ukraine with 258 Drones and Ballistic Missiles

Russia launched a massive strike on Ukraine with 258 drones, ballistic and cruise missiles, targeting key infrastructure across multiple regions.

Majority of Trump’s White House Staff Poised to Depart Amid Rising Tensions
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Majority of Trump’s White House Staff Poised to Depart Amid Rising Tensions

Reports reveal most of Trump’s White House staff are planning to leave, citing internal strife and leadership challenges.

Trump Judge Blocks DOJ Attempt to Dismiss Steve Bannon’s Criminal Case
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Trump Judge Blocks DOJ Attempt to Dismiss Steve Bannon’s Criminal Case

A Trump-appointed judge rejects DOJ’s motion to dismiss Steve Bannon’s indictment, demanding a clear explanation for dropping the case.

Trump Education Department Deletes Post Comparing Administration to Nazi Germany
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Trump Education Department Deletes Post Comparing Administration to Nazi Germany

Trump’s Education Department removes a social post after unintentionally comparing the administration to Nazi Germany.

Near-Total Lunar Eclipse to Light Up North Carolina Skies This Week
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Near-Total Lunar Eclipse to Light Up North Carolina Skies This Week

A near-total lunar eclipse will be visible across North Carolina late August 27 into early August 28, peaking just after midnight Friday.

Senator Hegseth Faces Backlash for Excluding Democrats from Defense Budget Talks
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Senator Hegseth Faces Backlash for Excluding Democrats from Defense Budget Talks

Republican Pete Hegseth is criticized for locking Democrats out of key defense budget talks, risking bipartisan support for $1.5tn military spending.

Trump Faces New Legal Challenges Over Birthright Citizenship Executive Orders
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Trump Faces New Legal Challenges Over Birthright Citizenship Executive Orders

President Trump's August 6 executive orders restricting birthright citizenship face fresh federal court challenges after a Supreme Court rebuke.

Peter Navarro Demands Removal of Prosecutor from Jeanine Pirro’s Office Amid Contempt Case
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Peter Navarro Demands Removal of Prosecutor from Jeanine Pirro’s Office Amid Contempt Case

White House adviser Peter Navarro demands U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro remove prosecutor involved in his contempt case.

Vice President JD Vance Faces Backlash Over Claim God Sent Message via Falling Glass
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Vice President JD Vance Faces Backlash Over Claim God Sent Message via Falling Glass

JD Vance says a falling glass was a divine message, prompting widespread skepticism and online backlash.

McConnell’s Chief of Staff Sidesteps Questions Outside Senator’s Home
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McConnell’s Chief of Staff Sidesteps Questions Outside Senator’s Home

Senator Mitch McConnell’s chief of staff and healthcare worker decline to comment on his health outside his home after rehab discharge.

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