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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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7 U.S. States With the Lowest Taxes for Retirees in 2026 You Didn’t Expect
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7 U.S. States With the Lowest Taxes for Retirees in 2026 You Didn’t Expect

Discover the 7 U.S. states where retirees enjoy the lowest taxes in 2026, saving more on income, property, and sales taxes.

Federal Judge Rebukes Trump Lawyer for Citing Fake AI-Generated Case in Michigan Court
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Federal Judge Rebukes Trump Lawyer for Citing Fake AI-Generated Case in Michigan Court

A Trump-appointed judge sharply criticized a DOJ lawyer for submitting a fake AI-generated case citation in an ICE detainee's legal filing.

Fox News Issues Humiliating On-Air Disclaimer After Trump’s Unsubstantiated Election Claims
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Fox News Issues Humiliating On-Air Disclaimer After Trump’s Unsubstantiated Election Claims

Fox News clarifies it has not verified Trump’s election fraud claims after his 2026 primetime address raises questions.

Former Trump White House Lawyer Ty Cobb Says Americans Should Be ‘Ashamed’ of President
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Former Trump White House Lawyer Ty Cobb Says Americans Should Be ‘Ashamed’ of President

Ty Cobb, former Trump White House lawyer, calls on Americans to feel 'ashamed' and act to hasten the president's departure.

FBI agent saw salt, not drugs, in van of man killed by ICE in Houston, family attorney says
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FBI agent saw salt, not drugs, in van of man killed by ICE in Houston, family attorney says

The substance found in the van of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, fatally shot by ICE in Houston, was salt, not drugs, says his family attorney.

DHS Blames AOC and Newsom Webinars as ICE Attacks Surge 1,300%
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DHS Blames AOC and Newsom Webinars as ICE Attacks Surge 1,300%

DHS reports a 1,300% surge in attacks on ICE officers, citing AOC and Newsom’s rights education webinars as fueling hostility.

Trump Fires Seattle’s Newly Court-Appointed U.S. Attorney Within Hour of Swearing-In
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Trump Fires Seattle’s Newly Court-Appointed U.S. Attorney Within Hour of Swearing-In

President Trump fired Roger Rogoff, court-appointed U.S. attorney in Seattle, less than an hour after his sworn-in appointment.

A major US airline just went out of business, and here’s what travelers need to know
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A major US airline just went out of business, and here’s what travelers need to know

Spirit Airlines abruptly ceased operations in May 2026. Here’s what travelers must know about refunds, rebooking, and lost loyalty miles.

Hegseth Orders Annual Testosterone Screening for Troops Over 30
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Hegseth Orders Annual Testosterone Screening for Troops Over 30

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth mandates annual testosterone checks for military personnel aged 30 and above to enhance health and readiness.

Trump’s Threat to Target Iranian Bridges, Power Plants Sparks War Crime Debate
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Trump’s Threat to Target Iranian Bridges, Power Plants Sparks War Crime Debate

President Trump’s threat to strike Iran’s civilian infrastructure raises serious war crime concerns under international law.

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