On this episode for the week of June 12, 2023, host Dawn Vaughan, The News & Observer's state Capitol bureau chief interviewed Sen. Todd Johnson, a Union County Republican. They discuss budget priorities, including raises, and the timeline for passing the state budget. Johnson is on the Senate Appropriations/Base Budget Committee and chairs one of the subcommittees.

Listen to what Johnson’s favorite item in the Legislative Cafeteria is, and stick to the end for their picks for Headliner of the Week.

Host: Dawn Vaughan

Guests: Sen. Todd Johnson (R)

Executive Producer: Jordan Schrader

Produced and edited by: Laura Brache

Video: Laura Brache, Kevin Keister

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