Summary
North Carolina's primary election will likely lead to a Senate race between Democrat Roy Cooper and Republican Michael Whatley. This election could impact which party controls the U.S. Senate. The primary is happening at the same time as events involving the U.S. and Israel's military action against Iran.
Key Facts
- North Carolina's primary will likely set up a Senate race between Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley.
- Roy Cooper is a former Democratic Governor of North Carolina.
- Michael Whatley is a former Chairman of the Republican National Committee.
- The Senate seat is open because Senator Thom Tillis is retiring.
- The election could affect which party controls the U.S. Senate.
- Political experts predict the race might become one of the most expensive Senate campaigns in history.
- The primary occurs as the U.S. and Israel are engaged in military action against Iran.
- President Trump supported Michael Whatley's candidacy after Lara Trump decided not to run.
