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Michele Morrow Challenges Trump-Endorsed Whatley in Senate Primary

12/19/2025

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Michele Morrow Challenges

Michele Morrow entered North Carolina's Republican primary for the open U.S. Senate seat, challenging Michael Whatley, who has the endorsement of U.S. President Donald Trump.
Michele Morrow, known for far-right views, seeks to portray former Governor Roy Cooper as a "self-interested, career politician."
She criticized Cooper's tenure, claiming it produced rising crime and poor education outcomes.
Cooper's campaign labeled Morrow an "ultra-right wing candidate," claiming voters will reject her agenda.

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Trump Backs Whatley

U.S. President Donald Trump will campaign in North Carolina on Friday to back Michael Whatley in the U.S. Senate race.
Michael Whatley aims to retain the open Senate seat previously held by retiring Republican Senator Thom Tillis.
Whatley asserts that Trump's policies will benefit small businesses and farmers.
Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin predicts a loss for Trump and the Republicans in the midterms, citing economic failures.

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Michele Morrow Challenges

Michele Morrow entered North Carolina's Republican primary for the open U.S. Senate seat, challenging Michael Whatley, who has the endorsement of U.S. President Donald Trump.
Michele Morrow, known for far-right views, seeks to portray former Governor Roy Cooper as a "self-interested, career politician."
She criticized Cooper's tenure, claiming it produced rising crime and poor education outcomes.
Cooper's campaign labeled Morrow an "ultra-right wing candidate," claiming voters will reject her agenda.

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