North Carolina Governor Stein Vetoes DEI and Gender-Related Legislation

Governor Josh Stein vetoed four bills in North Carolina targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, as well as measures related to gender and LGBTQ rights, criticizing them as mean-spirited and divisive. The bills aimed to restrict DEI initiatives in education and government, and to limit transgender rights, but were opposed by Stein who emphasized the importance of protecting vulnerable groups and promoting diverse perspectives. Meanwhile, the state legislature has failed to pass a new budget amid ongoing disagreements.