N.C. Republicans Advance Bill Limiting Attorney General's Challenge to Presidential Orders

The North Carolina Senate is advancing Senate Bill 58, which would restrict the state attorney general, Jeff Jackson, from filing lawsuits or challenging presidential executive orders. The bill, led by Republican Sen. Timothy Moffitt, aims to limit the powers of the attorney general, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to prevent the office from overstepping its bounds. Critics, including Democratic senators, argue that such limitations undermine the role of the attorney general in defending state interests, particularly given the recent federal actions affecting North Carolinians. Jackson has previously challenged several executive orders from President Trump, raising concerns about the implications of this bill for state autonomy and rights. The proposal has sparked a partisan debate, with Democrats questioning whether it would be pursued if a Republican held the office. The bill passed through the Senate Judiciary Committee along party lines, reflecting deep divisions over the oversight of executive authority.