Gov. Bev Perdue (D-NC) Under Investigation for Campaign Flights

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - Gov. Beverly Perdue said Friday that federal authorities are now investigating her 2008 campaign for governor, the third election-related probe to involve North Carolina's chief executive since she took office less than two years ago.

Perdue said in a statement issued through a campaign spokesman that she is proud of her record.

"As a citizen, a candidate for public office, and an elected official of this state, I have tried my best to abide by all applicable laws, and my administration has been one of the most open in history," Perdue said. She said it would be inappropriate to make any additional comments about the probe.