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Former Gov. Roy Cooper wins North Carolina’s Senate race, flipping the seat for Democrats
Cooper’s victory gives Democrats their first North Carolina Senate pickup since 2008 and strengthens their bid to retake chamber control.
- Former Governor Roy Cooper defeated Michael Whatley in North Carolina's Senate race on Tuesday, flipping the Republican-held seat for Democrats and securing the first Democratic victory there since 2008.
- Retiring Republican Senator Thom Tillis did not seek reelection following clashes with President Donald Trump. Trump then endorsed former Republican National Committee chair Whatley to succeed Tillis, but Whatley struggled to gain traction with voters.
- Cooper maintained a consistent lead, reporting about $20 million in funding compared to Whatley's $2 million. The former governor campaigned on affordability, using his "Make Stuff Cost Less" slogan to appeal to voters.
- Cooper's victory provides Democrats a key pickup as they pursue the four Senate seats needed for majority control. The win marks a major milestone, as the party has not held a North Carolina Senate seat since 2008.
- Control of the Senate remains undecided, with Democrats needing a net gain of four seats to secure majority. Outcomes in Texas, Ohio, Michigan, and Alaska will determine whether the party can capture the chamber.
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Telemundo Tampa (49)WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats took over a Republican Senate seat in North Carolina on Tuesday and won contests in Georgia and New Hampshire during an election day in which they seek to regain control of Congress and end unified control of Republicans in Washington.
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Roy Cooper Defeats Trump's Pick Michael Whatley, Flipping North Carolina Senate Seat for Democrats
Former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper defeated Trump-backed Republican Michael Whatley, flipping a Republican-held Senate seat and giving Democrats one of the gains needed to challenge for control
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