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NC governor faces criticism for skipping Trump-backed America 250 event
Saturday, July 4, 2026
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein did not attend the Great American State Fair event on the National Mall. State Representative Chuck Edwards said Stein's absence reflected a choice of "partisanship over patriotism." The event was associated with Trump supporters. Stein's office has not publicly stated reasons for his non-attendance.
