North Carolina Democrats Are Outraising Republicans in Key Races
In the three races considered competitive, new campaign filings show Democrats finished with more cash on hand and outraised their Republican opponents.
N.C.’s Senate Race Starts Now (Officially)
Democrat Roy Cooper and Republican Michael Whatley will face off in what could be the most expensive U.S. Senate race in history.
The Blame Game
A list of inmates released early under former Gov. Roy Cooper included DeCarlos Brown’s identification number, even though Brown served his full term.
Michael Whatley Wants to be N.C.’s Next Senator. Here’s What to Know.
The RNC chair is running for Thom Tillis’s U.S. Senate seat with Trump’s backing.
Roy Cooper Jumps Into Hotly Contested Race To Replace Thom Tillis
The former governor ended months of speculation about his future on Monday.
‘Everybody Wants to Avoid a Primary’: Democrats Wait On Cooper
The former governor is still undecided, but Democrats are beginning to game out who would run if Cooper doesn’t.
Better Call Roy?
Democrats’ Senate hopes of retaking the majority in 2026 hinge on a handful of undecided candidates, including former N.C. Gov. Roy Cooper.
More Roy Cooper Coverage
Run, Roy, Run?
Democrats are putting pressure on former North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper to run for senate.
What Roy Cooper Leaves Behind
No other North Carolina governor has seen his role so often reduced to trying to thwart his legislative adversaries. But that’s not Cooper’s only legacy.
Roy Cooper’s Last Stand on the Death Penalty
As attorney general, Cooper oversaw 27 executions. But he’s been quiet about the issue in his two terms as governor.
The Case for (and Against) Roy Cooper for Veep
Is North Carolina’s low-key, two-term governor Kamala Harris’ best hope for capturing the White House?
Your Roy Cooper Starter Pack
Never heard of Roy Cooper before this week? Here’s our best past reporting on North Carolina’s governor.
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