Amaro Steps Down After Election Turmoil | Fayetteville News

After 25 years of service, Cumberland County’s elections director Angie Amaro is retiring amid a bitter power struggle with the Board of Elections — a rift that began when Republican board members secretly tried to oust her in April, and escalated in July when even one Democrat joined the push. Amaro says she felt betrayed and untrusted, citing relentless pressure from board chair Linda Devore who allegedly targeted her since March. Though the board cites “factual” reasons for wanting her gone — protected by privacy laws — they’ve left the public in the dark. Since April, a deputy has run the office while Amaro was on paid leave. The board will soon pick an interim director and hire a permanent replacement after November’s election, with final approval resting with the state elections executive director. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2c6df223a956435e