Republican National Committee Chair Michael Whatley entered the 2026 North Carolina Senate race to succeed retiring Sen. Thom Tillis in expected costly battle.

Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley has formally announced that he’s entering the U.S. Senate race in North Carolina ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Michael Whatley, the chair of the Republican National Committee, formally launched his bid to be North Carolina's next senator Thursday afternoon.

Michael Whatley, currently the Republican National Committee chairman and former head of the North Carolina GOP, launched his campaign for Thom Tillis’ Senate seat.

The chairman has already been endorsed by President Donald Trump, the National Republican Senatorial Committee and Senate ...

Whatley, the current chairman of the Republican National Committee, announced his run at Loray Mill Event Hall. Last week, ...

Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley launched his campaign for North Carolina's open U.S. Senate seat ...

Chair Michael Whatley has formally entered the North Carolina Senate race, setting up a likely faceoff against former Gov.

Back in April, President Donald Trump had claimed to have done “over 200 deals” in an interview with Time Magazine, and trade ...

A new survey from Emerson College Polling shows former governor Roy Cooper (D) leading early in the North Carolina U.S.

Roy Cooper should be an overwhelming favorite to be North Carolina’s next U.S. senator, but Michael Whatley is strong where it matters most.

Michael Whatley launched his campaign for North Carolina’s open Senate seat with unified Republican backing and President Donald Trump’s endorsement.