Registered Republicans hold a slight lead in North Carolina over Democrats and unaffiliated voters in the early vote tally as of Thursday with nearly half of the state’s voters already casting a ballot. According to the state’s latest update, which included early votes from Wednesday, around 3.62 million of North Carolina’s 7.82 million registered voters have cast a ballot, The Hill reported. Of those early votes, registered Republicans account for 34% while registered Democrats account for 33% and unaffiliated voters also stand at 33%. While the numbers aren’t necessarily accurate predictions of who will win the state, they provide a small glimpse into how the state is trending. Michael Pruser of DecisionDeskHQ reported that the total early turnout in North Carolina is around two-thirds of the total expected vote. Pruser added that unaffiliated voters, or “others,” will likely account for the most votes in the vital swing state if the current trend holds. Unaffiliated voters account for the largest voting bloc in the state at 37.8% while Democrats come in second at 31.3% and Republicans are 29.9% of the state’s registered voters. “Like yesterday, ‘Others’ ruled the day, but they did so convincingly this time. Republicans lead this group by just over 22,000 votes, and the trend suggests that by the time we’re finished, the Orange team [others] will be at the top,” Pruser wrote. Another day, another 254,401 votes banked in North Carolina. 3.62 million votes have been cast, nearly two-thirds of the expected final total. ?Republicans – 1,230,530?Others – 1,208,335?Democrats – 1,183,954 Like yesterday, 'Others' ruled the day, but they did so… pic.twitter.com/hHOlISrWMq — Michael Pruser (@MichaelPruser) October 31, 2024 Early in-person voting in North Carolina is slightly above where it was at this point in 2020, but there has been a sharp decrease in absentee ballots counted this year compared to 2020, according to The Hill. Both former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have spent a lot of time campaigning in North Carolina, one of the seven battleground states in the 2024 election. Earlier this week, however, the Harris campaign pulled millions of dollars from North Carolina media markets, according to AdImpact, an ad tracking firm. MATT WALSH’S ‘AM I RACIST?’ NOW STREAMING ON DAILYWIRE+ Trump campaign manager Chris LaCivita suggested that the Harris campaign was pulling money out of North Carolina to focus more on Virginia, a traditionally blue state that has seen Harris’ lead in the polls drop in recent weeks. The polling in North Carolina remains close with Trump leading Harris by just 1 point, per the RealClearPolitics average. Trump won the state in both 2016 and 2020, but his margin of victory was much smaller over President Joe Biden than it was over Hillary Clinton. North Carolinians are also voting in an important gubernatorial race where Republican Mark Robinson is running against Democrat Josh Stein. The current governor, Democrat Roy Cooper, is term-limited.

Accusations against Rudy Giuliani have ignited a legal battle teeming with drama and allegations of harassment. Once “America’s mayor”, Giuliani has seen lawsuit after lawsuit. Now he is being tagged as a “sexual predator”. Allegations and Legal Proceedings Noelle Dunphy, a former employee, accuses Rudy Giuliani of vulgar remarks and unwanted sexual advances, leading to a $10 million lawsuit. Dunphy alleges that Giuliani coerced her into sexual activities, with claims supported by audio recordings. Additionally, she asserts that Giuliani owes her nearly $2 million in unpaid wages, having worked off-the-books. According to Dunphy, Giuliani promised her an annual salary and legal representation, deferred due to his divorce. Dunphy insists her accusations are backed by hard evidence, poised to be presented at trial. Giuliani, however, denies ever employing Dunphy, countering that the lawsuit’s aim is defaming him for financial gain. Ted Goodman, Giuliani’s political adviser, categorically stated, “Mayor Giuliani’s lifetime of public service speaks for itself, and he will pursue all available remedies and counterclaims.” Giuliani claims the relationship was consensual, further intensifying the legal debacle. I dated this person briefly. She never worked for me. You must read this entire article . She has done this before. Read what the judge said in her previous case https://t.co/JR13bSevCT — Rudy W. Giuliani (@RudyGiuliani) October 30, 2024 Dramatic Courtroom Incident In a recent virtual court hearing, Judge Nicholas Moyne drew attention after muting Giuliani following a disorderly outburst. The judge famously remarked, “Mr. Giuliani, I’m muting you,” underscoring the intense atmosphere surrounding the case. This incident highlighted the contentious nature of the proceedings, already laden with serious allegations and opposing accounts from the parties involved. Furthermore, Dunphy submitted transcripts detailing Giuliani’s alleged explicit remarks and unwanted advances from her first day on the job. Despite these claims, Giuliani’s defense remains firm in denying any wrongdoing or deviation from professional boundaries. The case continues to unfold with both parties entrenched in their positions. Rudy Giuliani was muted in court Wednesday as he tried to defend himself in a virtual hearing for a sexual harassment lawsuit. https://t.co/LU5BPJ9HSD — The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) October 31, 2024 Broader Implications and Continuing Challenges Along with the ongoing lawsuit, Giuliani faces numerous legal challenges. His legal troubles extend to potential disbarment and election-related charges involving felony counts in Arizona and Georgia. The complexities surrounding the lawsuit with Dunphy are compounded by these additional legal battles, painting a broader picture of Giuliani’s current predicaments. Financial obligations compound Giuliani’s weakening stance, as he faces defamation lawsuits and personal bankruptcy proceedings. Dunphy’s claims add to this intricate web, asserting Giuliani’s alcoholism exacerbated professional misconduct. This lawsuit, entwined with his other legal battles, further cements the narrative of his increasing difficulties both legally and financially. Sources: Giuliani’s ongoing legal troubles. Giuliani under intense legal pressure. The post Courtroom Showdown: Hidden Details in Giuliani’s Harassment Allegations appeared first on The Conservative Brief.

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