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Tag: General Assembly

Posted inSpecial Reports

At least 8 N.C. lawmakers received campaign cash from individuals with ties to Baltimore casino development firm

by Mehr Sher and Grace Vitaglione July 25, 2023August 1, 2023

Campaign contributions from The Cordish Cos. executives date back to November 2022.

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by Kate Martin July 5, 2022July 6, 2022
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by Kate Martin June 30, 2022June 30, 2022
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