Federal
General Election
U.S. Senate. General Election
Open seat (Tillis retiring). Michael Whatley (R) vs Roy Cooper (D).
Michael Whatley
Republican
Republican nominee for open U.S. Senate seat (Thom Tillis retiring). Former RNC and NCGOP chair; Trump-endorsed; won primary ~65%. Faces former Gov. Roy Cooper. Message: crime, costs, against Cooper’s pandemic and tax record.
Conservative 89
Crime
Costs
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Roy Cooper
Democrat
Former Governor (2017–2025); Democratic Senate nominee with ~92% in primary. Faces Michael Whatley. Strong fundraiser; campaigns on experience, tariffs/Congress’s trade role, and moderate statewide brand.
Conservative 28
Trade
Healthcare
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