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Cooper Leads in North Carolina Amid Trump's Declining Approval

11/23/2025

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In North Carolina, Democratic former Governor Roy Cooper leads Republican Michael Whatley by 8.7 points.
Cooper holds a 10-point lead over Whatley's primary opponent, Don Brown.
U.S. President Donald Trump has a declining approval rating, with 52.8% disapproving.
More than half say the United States is on the wrong track.
Blame for the federal government shutdown is nearly evenly split among Democrats, Republicans, and both parties.

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Story summary

In North Carolina, Democratic former Governor Roy Cooper leads Republican Michael Whatley by 8.7 points.
Cooper holds a 10-point lead over Whatley's primary opponent, Don Brown.
U.S. President Donald Trump has a declining approval rating, with 52.8% disapproving.
More than half say the United States is on the wrong track.
Blame for the federal government shutdown is nearly evenly split among Democrats, Republicans, and both parties.