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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.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Demands Fit, Well-Groomed Troops for Sept. 30 Speech
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Demands Fit, Well-Groomed Troops for Sept. 30 Speech

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth requests troops meeting strict fitness and grooming criteria for his Sept. 30 'State of the Force' address.

Stephen Colbert Takes Aim at CBS with Seven Blunt Words on Kimmel Show
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Stephen Colbert Takes Aim at CBS with Seven Blunt Words on Kimmel Show

Stephen Colbert returned to late night on Jimmy Kimmel’s show, delivering a sharp jab at CBS amid Emmy wins and show cancellation.

Appeals Court Skeptical as DOJ Seeks to Revive Dismissed Charges Against Letitia James
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Appeals Court Skeptical as DOJ Seeks to Revive Dismissed Charges Against Letitia James

DOJ faces uphill battle at appeals court to reinstate dismissed indictments against NY AG Letitia James amid appointment disputes.

Trump Faces Growing Pressure as Epstein Files Bill Nears Key Signature
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Trump Faces Growing Pressure as Epstein Files Bill Nears Key Signature

A bipartisan bill to release more Epstein documents nears crucial House vote, sparking concern within President Trump's administration.

Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens Endorses Key Trump Economic Policies in Bipartisan Shift
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Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens Endorses Key Trump Economic Policies in Bipartisan Shift

Rep. Haley Stevens breaks with party lines, supporting Trump’s ratepayer pledge, equity stakes, and mineral loans.

James Talarico Surges in Texas Senate Race, Outpacing Beto O’Rourke’s 2018 Polls
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James Talarico Surges in Texas Senate Race, Outpacing Beto O’Rourke’s 2018 Polls

James Talarico leads Ken Paxton in Texas Senate polls, surpassing Beto O’Rourke’s 2018 numbers in a pivotal race ahead of November.

Senator Mitch McConnell Returns to Senate After Three-Month Health Hiatus
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Senator Mitch McConnell Returns to Senate After Three-Month Health Hiatus

Senator Mitch McConnell returns to Capitol Hill after three months away due to health issues, ready to complete his Senate term in 2026.

Bill Maher Mocks President Trump’s Dallas Convention Ratings Using His Own Insult
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Bill Maher Mocks President Trump’s Dallas Convention Ratings Using His Own Insult

Bill Maher ridicules President Trump’s Dallas convention viewership and empty seats, flipping Trump’s favorite 'ratings-challenged' jab back on him.

Top Justice Department Prosecutor Resigns Amid Turmoil in Trump Conspiracy Probe
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Top Justice Department Prosecutor Resigns Amid Turmoil in Trump Conspiracy Probe

Justice Department investigation of Trump critics faces setbacks after lead prosecutor’s abrupt resignation following clashes with AG Blanche.

Art Garfunkel Considers Leaving U.S. Amid President Trump’s Policies
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Art Garfunkel Considers Leaving U.S. Amid President Trump’s Policies

Music legend Art Garfunkel joins celebrities questioning America’s future under President Trump, considering a move abroad.

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