Governor Josh Stein issued a statement following his participation in the National Governors Association (NGA) meeting at the White House. Stein acknowledged the efforts of NGA leaders Governor Kevin Stitt of Oklahoma and Governor Wes Moore of Maryland for their bipartisan approach.
“I am grateful to NGA leaders Governor Kevin Stitt of Oklahoma and Governor Wes Moore of Maryland for their commitment to bringing leaders together across party lines to get real solutions for our people. It was important for me to advocate at the White House for our Hurricane Helene recovery needs because I will not miss a single opportunity to make sure western North Carolina has what it needs to thrive. President Trump and his cabinet members were receptive, and I look forward to continuing to work with them to get it done,” Stein said.
The Office of the Governor of North Carolina is responsible for serving all residents across the state, as stated on its official website. The governor acts as chief executive, executing state laws and leading the Council of State. Josh Stein is currently serving as the 76th governor of North Carolina, according to official records.
The governor’s office also directs state policy by managing the budget, granting pardons, appointing executive officials, and acting as commander in chief of the North Carolina National Guard.