Congressman Edwards Leads Meeting with Governor Josh Stein, Urges Bipartisanship

Washington, DC – At a meeting about securing additional funding and continuing North Carolina’s recovery, Congressman Chuck Edwards called on Governor Josh Stein to encourage Democrats in Congress to work across party lines to avert a government shutdown given the disastrous effect a halt in government operations would have on recovery efforts in Western North Carolina one year after Hurricane Helene.

The push for unity came during a meeting with Governor Stein led by Congressman Edwards to discuss the Governor’s recent request for additional federal funding for disaster relief.

“Averting a government shutdown is bigger than politics – it’s about rebuilding our communities,” said Congressman Edwards. “A government shutdown would bring Western North Carolina’s already struggling recovery efforts to a complete standstill. As we near the fiscal year deadline, we cannot allow political opportunism and obstruction to take precedence over getting the help we desperately need. Governor Stein has the opportunity here to bridge that gap and surpass party lines – I am confident he will accept it.”

Congressman Edwards and Governor Stein were joined by fellow Representatives Virginia Foxx, Richard Hudson, Alma Adams, Greg Murphy, Deborah Ross, Don Davis, Valerie Foushee, Tim Moore, Addison McDowell, and Pat Harrigan. The bipartisan delegation discussed efforts to rebuild Western North Carolina.

If you or someone you know is still struggling to receive assistance following Hurricane Helene, please contact the office of Congressman Edwards at 223-FIX-FEMA

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