North Carolina Senator Ted Budd Speaks to FOX8 About Upcoming Senate Race

North Carolina Senator Ted Budd speaks to FOX8 about upcoming Senate race

HIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) -- Now that Congress has finally passed its budget, a lot of eyes are turning toward next year's massive US Senate race in North Carolina. Thom Tillis announced in late June that he is not running for a third term, and Democrats see his seat as their best chance to pick up a seat next year. NC Sen. Thom Tillis speaks in first interview since announcing he will not run for reelection North Carolina's other senator, T…

NC Senate leader Berger, facing a 2026 primary challenger, ramps up fundraising

North Carolina Senate leader Phil Berger, a Rockingham Republican, raised more than $1.7 million during the first six months of 2025, a campaign document shows.

Facing primary fight, Berger’s war chest swells to $1.8 million

North Carolina Senate Leader Phil Berger, R-Rockingham has raised over $1.7 million according to his mid‑year campaign finance report.  More than $1.69 million was raised through individual contributions, making up the bulk of the receipts, while another $44,000 came from other committees. As of the June 30th reporting deadline, the Senate leader closed out the period with a hefty $1.8 million in cash on hand.  One likely reason for the surge in…