US EditionA Former Governor, a Trump and Many Others: Tillis Retirement Sets Off NC Senate Seat Speculation
- On Sunday, June 29, 2025, Sen. Thom Tillis announced he will not seek re-election in 2026, prompting reactions from President Trump and North Carolina leaders.
- Tillis opposed Trump's pick for DC prosecutor and criticized the Republican budget bill, citing the decline of bipartisanship as reasons for his retirement.
- Responses ranged from Trump calling the announcement “great news” to Democratic leaders criticizing Tillis for prioritizing DC Republicans over North Carolinians, highlighting polarized reactions.
- The North Carolina Republican Party leader predicts they will hold the open Senate seat in 2026, as Democrats plan to outline voter choices over the next 18 months.
- Beyond the immediate reactions, the departure of Tillis is expected to weaken GOP midterm prospects, with Trump vowing to campaign against him and back primary challengers in 2026.
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A former governor, a Trump and many others: Tillis retirement sets off NC Senate seat speculation
North Carolina Sen. Thom Tillis' announcement over the weekend that he won't seek reelection is heating up the campaign on both sides of the aisle.
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