Tim Moore Coverage

DRAUGHON DRAWS: Millions of taxpayer dollars for private schools, but not so much for quality public education

Thursday, April 25, 2024 -- Capitol Broadcasting Company's editorial cartoonist.

Speaker Moore says he'll vote for GOP Superintendent nominee Morrow, but says her social media posts are 'not appropriate'

He said he doesn't support her comments -- which have included calling for the execution of several prominent Democrats and public figures -- but plans to support all Republican candidates.

WRAL staff

NC Republicans look to spend more on private school vouchers, after wealthier families left out

Adding money to the voucher program will be a top priority when the North Carolina General Assembly comes back into session, House Speaker Tim Moore said Wednesday.

Will Doran, WRAL state government reporter

Editorial: Shining light on N.C. legislature's public records 'black hole'

Wednesday, March 27, 2024 -- "Lawmakers give new meaning to North Carolina's 'First in Flight' slogan. They changed public records laws to avoid having to comply with them. State leaders now soar in the spirit of the Black Hole Award, an egregious recognition earned by trampling on the public right to information."

Trump endorses Robinson in bid for NC governor

Trump has long praised Robinson, a fiery speaker who captivates conservative audiences, but until Saturday had stopped short of offering an official endorsement in the 2024 race. Trump also endorsed U.S. Rep. Dan Bishop in his quest for state attorney general.

By Jack Hagel and Will Doran, WRAL News

DRAUGHON DRAWS: Taking the N.C. Supreme Court to school?

Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024 -- Capitol Broadcasting Company's editorial cartoonist.

Trump endorses NC House Speaker Tim Moore in congressional bid

Former President Donald Trump, the frontrunner for the 2024 GOP nomination, backed North Carolina House Speaker Tim Moore's congressional bid, saying Moore is doing "a fantastic job."

Brian Murphy, WRAL

While Mexico border is far from NC, House Speaker wants governor to do more

House Speaker Tim Moore called on Gov. Roy Cooper to direct the 125 North Carolina National Guard troops currently stationed at the border to work with the Texas Guard, instead of the federal border patrol.

Laura Leslie, WRAL capitol bureau reporter

NC Republicans asking Gov. Cooper to take action at the border

North Carolina House Republicans are calling on Gov. Roy Cooper to take action on the crisis at the U.S. and Mexico border.

JULIE VON HAEFEN: Reproductive rights will be a key issue on 2024 ballots

Monday, Jan. 22, 2024 -- The basic right to make your own decisions about your body, your family and your future is on the ballot this November. The stakes couldn't be higher when you cast your vote.

JAY CHAUDHURI: On Jan. 6, the General Assembly's leadership needs to make this pledge

Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024 -- The General Assembly leadership should expressly and unequivocally pledge they will not appoint insurrectionists, seditionists, and election deniers to our county boards of elections.

DRAUGHON DRAWS: N.C. Republicans' wish for Santa

Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023 -- Capitol Broadcasting Company's editorial cartoonist.

NC Republicans consider new law to keep Trump on ballot

NC Republicans consider new law to keep Trump on ballot

NC Republicans rush to protect Trump as effort to ban him from ballots gains momentum

U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis said he would file a bill in Congress to strip federal elections funding from any state that cites the 14th Amendment to ban former President Donald Trump from the 2024 ballot. State House Speaker Tim Moore wants to ban the State Board of Elections from being able to make those kinds of decisions.

Will Doran, WRAL state government reporter

NC Speaker of the House announces congressional run

Speaker of the House Tim Moore makes it official: He's running for Congress in the Charlotte area.

Travis Fain, WRAL state government reporter

House Speaker Tim Moore to run for congress

A representative for Moore confirmed his candidacy to WRAL News Thursday night, adding the speaker would make a formal announcement in the coming days.

North Carolina House Speaker Tim Moore to run for Congress

Tim Moore, a Cleveland County Republican, has been calling GOP members of the North Carolina's congressional delegation and key supporters to let them know of his run for Congress.

Brian Murphy, Laura Leslie and Will Doran, WRAL News

Republican who sued NC House speaker over affair running for state Senate seat

Scott Lassiter named House Speaker Tim Moore in an alienation-of-affection lawsuit in June. Now Lassiter, a former Apex Town Council member, is running for a seat in the state legislature.

Paul Specht, WRAL state government reporter

NC House Speaker Tim Moore considering 2024 congressional run under new maps

It's believed to be the first time Moore has publicly confirmed he's considering a 2024 congressional run. He already said he wouldn't run for reelection to the legislature, but he has remained coy about his future plans.

Will Doran, WRAL state government reporter

Editorial: On public records, State Treasurer Folwell tells it like it is. Legislators need to listen

Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023 -- "There's always an opportunity, at really the snap of a finger, for them to undo this," said State Treasurer Dale Folwell. Snap to legislators. Heed Folwell's advice. Repeal abusive secrecy laws.

GOP lawmakers reject Cooper vetoes, enacting new laws for election oversight, looser environmental protections

From big changes in election laws to loosening environmental regulations, GOP state lawmakers voted Tuesday to override five vetoes by Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper.

Laura Leslie, Will Doran and Travis Fain, WRAL News

What comes next after federal judge blocks portions of NC abortion law

A judge blocked two provisions of North Carolina's new abortion laws. WRAL state government reporter Will Doran details what comes next.

Editorial: Morals and fair play take a back seat to expediency in the legislature

Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023 -- It is no exaggeration to say the seven justices of the N.C. Supreme Court will determine if the General Assembly is the devil's playground or a temple of democracy.

NC House Speaker Tim Moore won't seek reelection to his House seat in 2024

Speaker of the House Tim Moore, North Carolina's longest-serving speaker of the house, confirmed Thursday he won't seek reelection to his state House seat in 2024.

Laura Leslie, WRAL capitol bureau chief

Editorial: N.C. budget bill wasn't about money. Power grabs, attacks on citizen rights and more equal BIG problems

Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023 -- The 2023 "budget bill" is far less about state spending than it is a legislative garbage truck - a vehicle for scores of non-spending legislation the leadership wants hidden from their constituents so there's no discussion, debates or full disclosure.