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politics14 hours ago•8 min saved

Cooper widens lead in NC Senate race as Trump approval hits historic lows

Former Governor Roy Cooper holds a significant lead over Republican Michael Whatley in the North Carolina U.S. Senate race, with multiple polls showing a double-digit margin. This advantage correlates with a sharp decline in President Trump's approval ratings among North Carolina voters. The Whatley campaign has suspended TV advertising, and national Republican groups have withdrawn funding, signaling a difficult environment for the GOP candidate.

via WRAL|

#2026-midterms #michael-whatley #north-carolina-senate

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

RNC Chair Michael Whatley to Run for North Carolina Senate

Lara Trump has decided not to run for North Carolina's Senate seat, despite her potential to be a strong candidate due to her connection to President Trump. The race is expected to feature RNC chair Michael Whatley and former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper, who is anticipated to announce his candidacy soon. The decision shifts the dynamics of the upcoming election in the state.

via Axios|

#lara-trump #north-carolina-senate #politics

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Former NC Governor Roy Cooper to Run for U.S. Senate

Former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper is planning to run for the U.S. Senate, providing Democrats with a strong candidate in a key battleground state, as the party aims to flip the Senate majority in the 2024 elections.

via NBC News|

#2024-elections #democratic-candidate #north-carolina-senate

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Roy Cooper to Launch Campaign for North Carolina Senate Seat

Former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper is expected to announce his candidacy for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Thom Tillis, potentially making the 2026 race highly competitive and a key opportunity for Democrats.

via Politico|

#2026-elections #democratic-candidate #north-carolina-senate