Summary
President Donald Trump endorsed Michael Whatley for the U.S. Senate seat in North Carolina. Whatley won the Republican primary with 64.4% of the vote and will face Democrat Roy Cooper in the general election. Trump continues to influence Republican politics, especially in North Carolina.
Key Facts
- President Trump endorsed Michael Whatley for the U.S. Senate race in North Carolina.
- Michael Whatley won the Republican primary with 64.4% of the vote.
- The endorsement is part of Trump's effort to help Republicans keep control of the Senate.
- The North Carolina Senate seat is considered a key battleground in the 2026 election.
- Democrat Roy Cooper, backed by his party, will face Whatley in the general election.
- Surveys suggest Cooper is currently leading Whatley in voter support.
- North Carolina has a history of voting for both Republican and Democrat candidates.
- Michael Whatley is a former chair of the Republican National Committee.
