North Carolina Governor Vetoes Controversial Mask and Campaign Finance Bill
Gov. Roy Cooper cites concerns over unlimited campaign donations and health protections in his decision to veto the legislation.
- The vetoed bill included a provision allowing large campaign donations to special federal political organizations.
- The bill initially aimed to ban public mask-wearing but added a health exemption for medical-grade masks.
- Democratic legislators opposed the bill, citing risks to financial transparency and public health.
- Republican lawmakers argued the bill was necessary to address crime and issues from a 2020 advisory opinion.
- The legislature may attempt to override the veto, with votes expected next week.
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