# North Carolina GOP Pushes Amendments to Curb Governor's Power

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Podcast: [Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/durham-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7569659)
Published: 2026-05-20T15:55:00+00:00
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## Resource

North Carolina Republicans propose two constitutional amendments to curb Governor Josh Steins power. The first aims to elect State Board of Education members, potentially increasing partisanship. The second restricts the governors ability to fill Council of State vacancies, requiring choices from the departing members political party. These moves follow Steins recent election win and are part of a broader effort to shift power dynamics within the state government. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ba4b16ca079d058c

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