Christian. Conservative. Lawyer. Republican representing Caldwell and Watauga Counties and the 121st Speaker of the NC House of Representatives

Lenoir, NC
Headen showed up at a Synagogue after her vile and hateful comments about the Holocaust and Nazis were exposed. I would say I’m shocked, but it’s obvious she stands by her comments. And apparently her Dem colleague does too.
BREAKING: A new video has emerged of Alan Branson's opponent, Elma Hairston, LOUDLY applauding the announcement that disgraced candidate Shelly Headen will remain on the ballot. Make no mistake: Democrat candidates still support Headen, and they are actively trying to get her elected! #ncpol
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Anna Ferguson is one of our hardest-working members. It’s clear she represents her district well, given how many people showed up to support her this evening!
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Crazy will win if common sense doesn’t prevail in November. The Dems' policies are DISASTROUS, and now they’re openly embracing the communist-lite DSA wing of their party We must vote, and we must fight to save our state.
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And @JoshStein_ and @NCDemParty STILL haven’t denounced her. Do you guys support this despicable behavior? NC deserves to know where your priorities lie.
Breitbart: Shelly Headen was pictured at Dachau Concentration Camp with the caption “Concentration Camp in Germany….. This is where Trump supporters belong” #ncpol
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A candidate bankrolled and backed by Josh Stein and House Democratic Leadership is calling for an attack on American soil. Absolutely disgusting.
Democrat Shelly Headen who is “Running to Restore Human Decency” just posted that she wants an attack on US soil. It is unclear whether Shelly would prefer ISIS or China to attack the United States, but it’s clear she wants an attack. Shelly is this restoring human decency? #ncpol
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It was great to see such a strong turnout yesterday in support of Chelsea Walsh. An excellent kickoff to the campaign and a great start to the road ahead!
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Because their agenda once in office will WRECK the American people.
House Democrat Leader Hakeem Jeffries admits they STILL have no agenda to help the American people. REPORTER: Can you tell us about the agenda the Democrats have...any specific legislation? JEFFRIES: “We’re focused on winning the election…”
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Had a great event yesterday with so many colleagues and friends. I’m grateful for everyone who took the time to join us and show their support!
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Destin Hall retweeted
Glad the Dems are recruiting their best.
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Moderate Democrats don’t exist in 2026. Don’t let them fool you — they’re wolves in sheep’s clothing. When they get to Raleigh, they’ll be another vote for the radical, DSA- backed national agenda. We must protect our NC values.
Democrat candidate LeVon Barnes is advocating for lawlessness across North Carolina. During a recent podcast, Barnes advocated for COMPLETELY defunding the police. And this weekend, he plans to knock doors with police abolition activist Stacey Abrams. Full story below. #ncpol nchouserepublicans.com/post/…
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Democrats want to turn North Carolina into a socialist, crime-filled dystopia. This Zohran Mamdani brand of the Dem party has NO PLACE in NC.
Rep. Dennis Riddell’s radical Democrat opponent, LeVon Barnes, just advocated to COMPLETELY defund the police. If you want lawlessness in Alamance County, LeVon Barnes is your candidate. #ncpol
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One year ago today, Iryna Zarutska was brutally murdered by a violent felon who had been arrested 14 times. Democrats’ soft-on-crime policies have deadly consequences, and Iryna paid the ultimate price. We must fight to ensure this never happens again.
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Great to see so much support for my good friend, Frank Sossamon, in Henderson last night!
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Communist sympathizers are apparently the new Democrat party. Dems across the U.S. are embracing socialism and forming DSA chapters — even in Catawba County. Thankfully, folks here know better and will reject their radical agenda and stand up for common sense and freedom. 🇺🇸
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I had a great time in Randolph County supporting @BrianBiggs7! NC is lucky to have a dedicated leader like him serving in the House.
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Charlotte’s Dems have failed their city. Republicans have been fighting to restore law and order, but too many “leaders” put politics before public safety. Vote them and their soft-on-crime policies out in November.
Charlotte’s soft-on-crime policies have allowed men like Di-Quan Hunt to roam the streets despite being arrested on six prior occasions. NC Republicans fought for Iryna’s Law to keep criminals like Hunt off our streets, while 31 Democrats voted against it. #ncpol
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Destin Hall retweeted
The last time Democrats held the GA, they furloughed teachers and cut their pay, while Republicans gave teachers HISTORIC raises and increased starting pay. Remember who actually cares about our educators this November. #ncpol
After NC Republicans delivered HISTORIC raises and starting pay for teachers, the Democrat-controlled Wake County Board of Education is looking to BACKTRACK those raises by cutting an expected teacher pay increase. Remember who is actually helping teachers this November. #ncpol
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Republicans did so well raising teacher pay that Woke Wake County is now saying they make too much. When Democrats say they’re for you, just remember that they actually aren’t.
NC gave teachers big raises. Now Wake schools may cut local pay increase as a result newsobserver.com/news/local/…
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Great visit to Onslow County in support of @GableForNC!
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