Roy Cooper

Roy Asberry Cooper III is an American attorney and politician serving since 2017 as the 75th governor of North Carolina. A member of the Democratic Party, he served as the 49th attorney general of North Carolina from 2001 to 2017, and in the North Carolina General Assembly, in both the House, from 1987 to 1991, and the Senate, from 1991 to 2001.
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Some of the key events about Roy Cooper

  • 1980
    Graduated with honors from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • 1982
    Earned a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from the University of North Carolina School of Law
  • 1986
    Elected to the North Carolina House of Representatives
  • 1991
    Became the majority leader in the North Carolina House of Representatives
  • 2001
    Assumed office as the Attorney General of North Carolina
  • 2010
    Successfully argued a case before the United States Supreme Court
  • 2016
    Elected as the 75th Governor of North Carolina
  • 2016
    Signed controversial House Bill 2, restricting transgender bathroom access and limiting local anti-discrimination ordinances
  • 2016
    Faced criticism for slow response to Hurricane Matthew relief efforts
  • 2017
    Signed an executive order to extend non-discrimination policies in state employment
  • 2017
    Vetoed a bill that would have allowed magistrates to opt out of performing same-sex marriages
  • 2018
    Issued an executive order to combat climate change and transition to a clean energy economy
  • 2018
    Criticized for handling of Hurricane Florence recovery, including delays in aid distribution
  • 2019
    Vetoed the state budget, leading to a months-long impasse with the Republican-controlled legislature
  • 2020
    Re-elected for a second term as Governor of North Carolina
  • 2020
    Faced backlash for COVID-19 restrictions, including business closures and mask mandates
  • 2020
    Criticized for attending a protest without a mask during the COVID-19 pandemic
  • 2021
    Vetoed a bill that would have banned abortions based on race, sex, or Down syndrome diagnosis
  • 2022
    Faced criticism for slow rollout of rental assistance funds during the pandemic
  • 2023
    Vetoed a bill that would have banned gender-affirming care for minors, drawing controversy from conservative groups

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North Carolina power shift: Republicans push major changes before new officials start

North Carolina power shift: Republicans push major changes before new officials start

NC Senate Republicans moved forward with changes that would affect incoming Democratic officials powers. The override vote happened just weeks before new elected officials are set to take their positions

Politics • December 2 2024 , 11:59 PM  •  2527 views
North Carolina power shift: Last-minute changes spark heated political debate

North Carolina power shift: Last-minute changes spark heated political debate

North Carolinaʼs governor blocks new bill that would change state officialʼs roles. Republican-led assembly pushed changes affecting multiple Democratic positions just weeks before power transition

Politics • November 26 2024 , 05:47 PM  •  2171 views
Last-minute power shift: North Carolina lawmakers push unexpected changes

Last-minute power shift: North Carolina lawmakers push unexpected changes

North Carolinaʼs political landscape faces quick changes as lawmakers rush new rules before losing their voting power. The proposed bill aims to change how state officials work and who makes key choices

Politics • November 20 2024 , 07:06 PM  •  753 views
North Carolina picks new governor: Working-class conservative faces attorney general

North Carolina picks new governor: Working-class conservative faces attorney general

North Carolina voters choose between democratic attorney general and republican lieutenant governor in state governor race. Democrats held this position for most of last three decades with brief republican period

Society, Politics • November 5 2024 , 11:29 PM  •  205 views
Inside scoop: Next Justice Department boss might shock Washington insiders

Inside scoop: Next Justice Department boss might shock Washington insiders

Behind-the-scenes planning reveals new direction for US Justice Department after upcoming election. Key players already line up potential candidates while dealing with unprecedented legal situations

Society, Politics • November 1 2024 , 05:28 PM  •  752 views