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Lara Trump, Roy Cooper in the mix as Tillis retirement ignites fierce North Carolina Senate race
Sen. Thom Tillis’ decision not to seek reelection is jolting what was already expected to be a fierce battle for his seat, which will now be wide open in 2026.
Republican hopefuls wait for Lara Trump decision in North Carolina Senate race, sources tell CNN
Lara Trump, President Donald Trump’s daughter-in-law, is the leading potential candidate to run for Senate from North ...
With Tillis Out, North Carolina’s Senate Race Will Draw Parties’ Firepower
A popular former Democratic governor, Roy Cooper, is expected to announce a bid this summer. The Republicans are banking on ...
Trump's pick to replace Tillis could boost Republican midterm turnout in North Carolina, analysts say
Political parties typically benefit from having an incumbent candidate on the ballot, but U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis didn’t bring ...
‘Unprecedented’ national cash: North Carolina Dems have tunnel vision for Roy Cooper
The state’s former governor tops his party’s wish list, following Thom Tillis’ decision not to run for another Senate term.
North Carolina Green Party retains official status despite failing vote thresholds
The Green Party will remain an official party in North Carolina, able to field candidates statewide through the 2028 ...
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Republican Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina won't run in 2026 after opposing Trump's bill
The North Carolina Republican Party chairman, Jason Simmons, said the party wishes Tillis well and “will hold this seat for Republicans in 2026.” Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina, ...
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Republican North Carolina Sen. Tillis won't seek reelection after opposing Trump's bill - PBS
The North Carolina Republican Party chairman, Jason Simmons, said the party wishes Tillis well and “will hold this seat for Republicans in 2026.” Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina, ...
Ron Johnson implies North Carolina is among ‘biggest abusers’ of Medicaid
All Republican senators except Sens. Rand Paul (R-KY) and Thom Tillis (R-NC) voted for the One Big Beautiful Bill Act to progress in the chamber.