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North Carolina GOP Faces Gerrymandering Accusations Amid Trump Ties

9/27/2025

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North Carolina Republicans are accused of gerrymandering to favor their party and appease Donald Trump.
State Senator Phil Berger denies a deal with Trump for an endorsement while supporting redistricting plans, and Sheriff Sam Page challenges him.
Democratic Rep. Deborah Ross calls Berger's actions "blatant, unapologetic corruption" as NC's delegation remains 10 Republicans, 4 Democrats with one competitive district.

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North Carolina Republicans are accused of gerrymandering to favor their party and appease Donald Trump.
State Senator Phil Berger denies a deal with Trump for an endorsement while supporting redistricting plans, and Sheriff Sam Page challenges him.
Democratic Rep. Deborah Ross calls Berger's actions "blatant, unapologetic corruption" as NC's delegation remains 10 Republicans, 4 Democrats with one competitive district.