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Parts of Cabarrus County have been included in opportunity zones designated by tax reform legislation signed into law last year and certified by the U.S. Treasury this week, opening a new source of investment capital and economic growth for places and people who need it most.
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act created 252 opportunity zones across North Carolina’s 100 counties to spur investment, economic growth and jobs in economically disadvantaged, struggling and low-income communities throughout the country.
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THE PRESIDENT: Come on up here. A lot of courage, driving those cars. A lot of courage. Good afternoon. Today, I’m thrilled to welcome the 2017 NASCAR Champion, Martin Truex Jr. That is fantastic. (Applause.) And, Sherry, thank you. But I’m going to be mentioning you in a little while, Sherry. Thank you very much. And the entire Furniture Row Racing Team to the White House. Thank you, Furniture Row. (Applause.) Thank you. Great job.
President Donald Trump surprised many on Friday by announcing Robert Wilkie as his nominee to serve as secretary of Veterans Affairs, including Wilkie.
According to reports, Wilkie, a Fayetteville native, appeared to not know the announcement was coming. Wilkie has been acting VA secretary since late March.
Trump made his remarks at the White House Prison Reform Summit, as he introduced other members of his cabinet.