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Chuck Edwards quits NC 11th race after censure recommendation

8/6/2026

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Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-N.C.) withdrew from the North Carolina 11th race after the House Ethics Committee recommended censure for his conduct toward female aides.
He announced the withdrawal at 3:32 a.m. Wednesday, prompting the executive committee to meet Monday with no front-runner and 12 weeks before Election Day.
Democratic nominee Jamie Ager (D) said he will focus on cost-of-living issues, criticizing “Bob bosses” at a May 7, 2026 rally in Asheville Yards.

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Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-N.C.) withdrew from the North Carolina 11th race after the House Ethics Committee recommended censure for his conduct toward female aides.
He announced the withdrawal at 3:32 a.m. Wednesday, prompting the executive committee to meet Monday with no front-runner and 12 weeks before Election Day.
Democratic nominee Jamie Ager (D) said he will focus on cost-of-living issues, criticizing “Bob bosses” at a May 7, 2026 rally in Asheville Yards.