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Trump-Backed Whatley Dominates NC Senate Primary Polls

2/27/2026

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Michael Whatley, endorsed by U.S. President Donald Trump, leads North Carolina GOP primary for the U.S. Senate ahead of March 3 election.
Polls show Whatley at 46% and rivals Don Brown and Michele Morrow at 4% each, with the winner facing former Governor Roy Cooper in the general election.
Don Brown is a former Navy JAG officer.
Michele Morrow is a controversial candidate who advocates extreme conservative policies.

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Michael Whatley, endorsed by U.S. President Donald Trump, leads North Carolina GOP primary for the U.S. Senate ahead of March 3 election.
Polls show Whatley at 46% and rivals Don Brown and Michele Morrow at 4% each, with the winner facing former Governor Roy Cooper in the general election.
Don Brown is a former Navy JAG officer.
Michele Morrow is a controversial candidate who advocates extreme conservative policies.