Whatley to Run for North Carolina Senate; Trump's Support Secured
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RNC Chair Michael Whatley will run for the North Carolina Senate seat in the 2026 midterms, with President Trump's full backing. This follows Senator Thom Tillis's announcement that he won't seek re-election. Lara Trump, initially considered a strong contender, has withdrawn from the race. Whatley and former Governor Roy Cooper are expected to be the main competitors in this crucial battleground state.
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