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U.S. Senate North Carolina

General: November 3, 2026

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Adrien Meadows ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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Alyssia Hammond ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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Andy Nilsson ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrewPharmacist

Ava Edwards ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Barry Caulder ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Brenda Rodriguez ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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GFirst-time candidateWithdrewFirefighter

Brian McGinnis ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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Brooks Agnew ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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Carlton Ellerby ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Charles Roberson ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DWithdrewPhysician, Cape Fear Otolaryngology

Eric Mansfield ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026.

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DWithdrewEducator

Erica Smith ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026.

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Eva Lee ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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Garland Tucker III ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Hayden Boyette ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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James Gaghan ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DWithdrewAttorney

Jeff Jackson ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 14 in 2026.

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Jenna Hamrick ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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Independence PartyFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Jeremy Thomas ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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Jon Warren ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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Katherine Bell-Moore ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrewActivist

Keith Davenport ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Kimrey Rhinehardt ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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Len McBride ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrewSenior professional services consultant and global integrations competency lead

Marc White ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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Disqualified, appeared on ballotFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Margot Dupre ran for U.S. Senate Colorado in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Marty Cooke ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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GreenFirst-time candidateEducator

Michael Dublin, a public school educator and Marine Corps veteran, is a first-time Green Party candidate for U.S. Senate in North Carolina. He supports a $25-per-hour living wage, single-payer healthcare, and addressing economic inequality for workers.

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Republican

Michael Whatley is republican candidate for U.S. Senate North Carolina. Michael Whatley emphasizes energy.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Michele Parks ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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Rene Borghese ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 4 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrewExecutive

Richard Watkins ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DemocraticAttorney

Roy Cooper is an attorney. Roy Cooper supports Medicare expansion.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrewBusiness executive

Sandy Smith ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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LibertarianFirst-time candidateInformation technology

Shannon Bray served in the U.S. Navy and earned degrees in software development, working in information technology and security. A Libertarian running for U.S. Senate from North Carolina for the first time, he emphasizes a balanced approach to abortion and police reform.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrewConsultant

Shaunesi Deberry ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Steve Williams ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Susan Gaddy ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RIdeology 0.39 · ConservativeWithdrewManagement consultant

Thom Tillis ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026.

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DWithdrewAttorney

Wiley Nickel ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026.

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U.S. House North Carolina District 1

General: November 3, 2026

DemocraticIncumbentIdeology -0.24 · Moderate LiberalEducator

Donald Davis, the Democratic incumbent from North Carolina's 1st District, is an educator and Air Force veteran. He focuses on lowering costs, creating good-paying jobs, strengthening schools, investing in rural infrastructure, and supporting veterans.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Brian Moutoux ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 1 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrewLaw enforcement officer

Christine Villaverde ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 1 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Deandre Carter ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 1 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Eshan Patel ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 1 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrewEntrepreneur

Fred Von Canon ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 1 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

John Schaffer ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 1 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidate

Laurie Buckhout is a retired Army Colonel and business founder running for U.S. House in North Carolina for her first term. She supports tax cuts and cost reduction, border security, protecting farmers, defending the Second Amendment, and U.S. technological leadership.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrewBusiness owner

Sandy Roberson ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 2 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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LibertarianFirst-time candidateRetired

Tom Bailey is a Vietnam veteran and Libertarian running for U.S. House in North Carolina for the first time. He supports voting rights reform and constitutional governance.

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U.S. House North Carolina District 2

General: November 3, 2026

DemocraticIncumbentIdeology -0.38 · ProgressiveAttorney

Deborah Ross, the incumbent attorney, has served in the North Carolina House of Representatives, representing North Carolina's 2nd Congressional District.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidateScientist

Eugene Douglass is a retired chemistry professor running for U.S. House North Carolina District 2 for the first time. He emphasizes reducing federal government size and regulation, returning education authority to states and local communities, and protecting life. He opposes gender-affirming medical care for minors.

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James Gailliard is a Democratic candidate for North Carolina State Senate District 11 in the 2026 election.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrewClergy

Jason Butler ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 2 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Jon Bass ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 2 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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LibertarianFirst-time candidateExecutive

Matthew Laszacs is a business executive running for U.S. House in North Carolina's 2nd District for the first time on the Libertarian ticket. He emphasizes Congress reasserting power, fiscal responsibility, and practical liberty.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Michael Williams ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 2 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Richard Ahrens ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 2 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Robert Bennett ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 2 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrewBusiness owner

Sandy Roberson ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 2 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Scott Cooper ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 2 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrewAccountant

Sid Sharma ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 2 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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U.S. House North Carolina District 3

General: November 3, 2026

RepublicanIncumbentIdeology 0.49 · ConservativeUrologist

The incumbent urologist promotes lower taxes and limited government through strict Constitutional interpretation. Murphy emphasizes strong military support, national defense, and Second Amendment protections.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Aleccia Sutton ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 3 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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LFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Austin Ayers ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 3 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrewProfessor

Christopher Schulte is a Democratic candidate for North Carolina House of Representatives District 15 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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LibertarianFirst-time candidateTechnician

Daniel Cavender is a Libertarian Marine Corps veteran and technician running for U.S. House in North Carolina for the first time. He advocates recreational marijuana legalization, constitutional gun rights, and policies prioritizing personal freedom over government regulation.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrewBusiness owner

George Papastrat ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 3 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Jason Minnicozzi ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 3 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Niki Nixon ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 3 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DemocraticConsultant

Raymond Smith Jr. is a consultant and democratic candidate running for U.S. House North Carolina. Raymond Smith Jr. emphasizes affordability and healthcare.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Rob Rollason ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 3 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Steven Benton ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 3 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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Tyron Brown ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 3 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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U.S. House North Carolina District 4

General: November 3, 2026

DemocraticIncumbentIdeology -0.51 · ProgressiveAdministrator

Valerie Foushee, an administrator, is a Democratic candidate for U.S. House North Carolina District 4 in the 2026 general election. They are the incumbent.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Craig Kinsey ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 4 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Curtis Sobie ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 4 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Erik Fredsell ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 4 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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LibertarianFirst-time candidate

Guy Meilleur is a libertarian candidate running for U.S. House North Carolina in their first run for office. Guy Meilleur seeks election.

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RWithdrewMortgage Lender

John Szoka ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 4 in 2026.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Lee Brian ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 4 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Leonard Harrison ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 4 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidate

MBA-educated business professional running for U.S. House in North Carolina. Ganorkar emphasizes tax reform through 16th Amendment repeal, enhanced election security, and strict immigration and border enforcement.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Martha Brock ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 4 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrewMarket Development for Cintas

Nat Robertson ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 4 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Rene Borghese ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 4 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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U.S. House North Carolina District 5

General: November 3, 2026

RepublicanIncumbentIdeology 0.62 · Very ConservativeCollege Professor, Businesswoman

Virginia Foxx, a college professor, businesswoman, is running for U.S. House North Carolina District 5 as the incumbent. She supports agriculture, budget and tax relief.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidateJournalist

Chuck Hubbard is a journalist running for this office for the first time for U.S. House North Carolina District 5. Chuck Hubbard supports education and healthcare.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

David Clayton ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 5 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Jeanne Supin ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 5 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Kyle Parrish ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 5 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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LibertarianFirst-time candidateTransportation

Robert Luffman is in the transportation industry running for office for the first time. Robert Luffman supports immigration reform and veteran support.

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U.S. House North Carolina District 6

General: November 3, 2026

RepublicanIncumbentIdeology 0.51 · ConservativePolitical aide

McDowell, the incumbent U.S. House member and former congressional aide, emphasizes border security and stopping drug smuggling. He supports protecting American jobs through trade policy and defends Second Amendment rights.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Anduin Craighill-Middleton ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 6 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Angela Flynn ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 6 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Bryson Gray ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 6 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidateMayor

Cyril Jefferson is a mayor. A first-time candidate.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrewData management

Derek Mobley ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 6 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrewBusiness owner

Jen Bucardo ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 6 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Joshua Hager ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 6 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DWithdrewAttorney

Kathy Manning ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 6 in 2026.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Kent Garrett ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 6 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Tavin Felton-Stackhouse ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 6 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Vicky Craven Klund ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 6 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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U.S. House North Carolina District 7

General: November 3, 2026

RepublicanIncumbentIdeology 0.57 · ConservativeBusiness owner

David Rouzer, a business owner and incumbent, advocates for small businesses and farm families, emphasizes fiscal responsibility and tax reduction, and prioritizes coastal community issues and strong national defense.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

David Thompson ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 7 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidateAssistant professor

Kimberly Hardy is an assistant professor of social work at Fayetteville State University running for U.S. House North Carolina District 7 for the first time. She emphasizes improving school funding, expanding Medicaid access, and addressing poverty. She supports protecting civil and reproductive rights.

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LibertarianFirst-time candidateConsultant

Maad Abu-Ghazalah is a consultant with degrees in law and business making his first run for Congress as a Libertarian. He emphasizes fiscal responsibility, anti-war foreign policy, and environmental protection.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Michael Henry ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 7 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Montel Richardson ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 7 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Pete D'Abrosca ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 7 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrewSecurity professional

Peter Boykin ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 7 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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U.S. House North Carolina District 8

General: November 3, 2026

RepublicanIncumbentPastor

Mark Harris, the incumbent, is a pastor with a doctorate in Christian leadership seeking reelection to U.S. House North Carolina District 8. He emphasizes protecting life, strengthening borders and national defense, expanding education choice, and supporting law enforcement.

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GreenFirst-time candidate

Bo Whitehead, is running for U.S. House North Carolina District 8 for the first time.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidateBusiness owner

A business owner from North Carolina, Watson is running for U.S. House in North Carolina's 8th District in his first campaign. He supports ending corruption and money in politics, addressing the cost-of-living crisis and wealth inequality, and investing in communities.

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RWithdrewAttorney

Dan Bishop ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 8 in 2026.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrewAuthor

Justin Bunting ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 8 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrewEducator and business owner

Justin Dues ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 8 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrewActivist

Keith Davenport ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Rodney Walker ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 8 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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U.S. House North Carolina District 9

General: November 3, 2026

RepublicanIncumbentIdeology 0.52 · Conservative

Richard Hudson earned a degree from UNC-Charlotte and worked as a congressional staffer. The incumbent representative from North Carolina's 9th District, he prioritizes gun rights, job creation, cutting government spending, and defending life.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Fernando Cano Jr. ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 9 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Raymond Gerber ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 9 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DemocraticMilitary

Richard Ojeda, a military, is a Democratic candidate for U.S. House North Carolina District 9 in the 2026 general election.

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RWithdrewSmall business owner

Robert Pittenger ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 9 in 2026.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Stevie Rivenbark ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 9 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Teresa Helms ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 9 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Tita Hunter-Herod ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 9 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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U.S. House North Carolina District 10

General: November 3, 2026

RepublicanIncumbentIdeology 0.99 · Very ConservativeBusiness owner

Harrigan earned a degree in nuclear engineering from West Point and served in the U.S. Army. A business owner, the incumbent U.S. House member says he will focus on economic growth through curbing inflation and cutting spending, energy independence, border security, and strengthening the military.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidatePhysician assistant

Ashley Bell is a Physician assistant, running for office for the first time. They emphasizes healthcare, economic policy, and reproductive rights.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Darren Warren ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 10 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

David Wilson Brown ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 10 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Maddie Parra ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 10 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RWithdrew

Patrick McHenry ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 10 in 2026.

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LibertarianFirst-time candidate

A physician and medical scientist, Feldman is running for his first election to the U.S. House from North Carolina's 10th District as a Libertarian. He emphasizes individual liberty, civil cooperation across party lines, fiscal responsibility, and reducing military intervention.

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U.S. House North Carolina District 11

General: November 3, 2026

DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Brooker Smith ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 11 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Chelsea White ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 11 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrewNurse practitioner

Chris Harjes ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 11 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Christopher Money ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 11 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RIdeology 0.38 · ConservativeWithdrewBusiness owner

Chuck Edwards ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 11 in 2026.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Eric Batchelor ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 11 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Jacob Lawrence ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 11 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

James Howell Trowbridge ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 11 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidateFarmer and business owner

Jamie Ager, a fourth-generation farmer and business owner, is running for Congress from North Carolina's 11th District in his first run. He emphasizes securing Hurricane Helene recovery funding for Western North Carolina and bringing a collaborative approach to Washington.

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RepublicanMortgage loan officer

The incumbent U.S. House member from North Carolina is a mortgage loan officer and small business owner. She emphasizes public safety, child protection, and women's sports fairness. She sponsored legislation protecting women in athletics and continues focusing on safeguarding families.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

John Rogers ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 11 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Josh Remillard ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 13 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RWithdrewReal Estate developer

Mark Meadows ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 11 in 2026.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Matt Coffay ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 11 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrewColonel (Ret.)

Morris "Moe" Davis ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 11 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Steve Woodsmall ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 11 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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LibertarianFirst-time candidateTransportation

Travis Groo is a Libertarian running for U.S. House in North Carolina for the first time. He supports balancing the federal budget, eliminating income tax, and removing Certificate of Need regulations affecting healthcare.

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U.S. House North Carolina District 12

General: November 3, 2026

DemocraticIncumbentIdeology -0.46 · ProgressiveProfessor of Art

A professor of art and the incumbent, Adams supports women's reproductive rights and quality education. She emphasizes affordable healthcare, strengthening the middle class, and protecting Medicare and Social Security benefits for seniors.

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Disqualified, still on ballotFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Bill Brewster ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 13 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrewRegistered nurse

Diana Jimison ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 12 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RWithdrew

Eric L. Levinson ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 12 in 2026.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidateFinance professional

Jack Codiga is a finance professional, running for office for the first time, for Carolina District 12. Jack Codiga emphasizes Sound money matters for freedom and long - term prosperity.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Joel Maxwell ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 12 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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UnaffiliatedFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Richard Smith ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 12 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Ro Lawsin ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 12 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Roderick A. Davis ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 12 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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U.S. House North Carolina District 13

General: November 3, 2026

RepublicanIncumbentAttorney

The incumbent federal prosecutor emphasizes border security and immigration enforcement. Knott supports pro-life policies, school choice, Second Amendment rights, and tough-on-crime legislation.

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GreenFirst-time candidate

Anthony Aguilar, running for office for the first time, for Carolina District 13.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Bill Brewster ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 13 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Calvin Thomas ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 13 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RWithdrewExecutive

Erin Paré is a Republican candidate for North Carolina House of Representatives District 37 in the 2026 election. They are the incumbent.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Grayson Haff ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 13 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Jacques Youngblood ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 13 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RWithdrew

John Aneralla ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 13 in 2026.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Josh Anderson ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 13 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Josh Remillard ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 13 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Karen Bentley ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 13 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidateHealthcare Consultant

Paul Barringer is a healthcare consultant. A first-time candidate emphasizing independent representation for the district.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Scott Blake ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 13 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Steve Holland ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 13 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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LibertarianFirst-time candidate

Steven Swinton is a first-time Libertarian candidate seeking election to U.S. House North Carolina District 13.

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DWithdrewAttorney

Wiley Nickel ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026.

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U.S. House North Carolina District 14

General: November 3, 2026

RepublicanIncumbentAttorney

Timothy K. Moore is an attorney and the incumbent representative for U.S. House North Carolina District 14. He served in the North Carolina House from 2002 to 2025, including as Speaker from 2015 to 2025. Limited current campaign positions are publicly available.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Eric Gash ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 14 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DWithdrewAttorney

Jeff Jackson ran for U.S. House North Carolina District 14 in 2026.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidateConsultant

Lakesha Womack is a consultant running for office for the first time. Lakesha Womack supports affordable housing and childcare access.

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RIdeology 0.99 · Very ConservativeWithdrewBusiness owner

Harrigan earned a degree in nuclear engineering from West Point and served in the U.S. Army. A business owner, the incumbent U.S. House member says he will focus on economic growth through curbing inflation and cutting spending, energy independence, border security, and strengthening the military.

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State legislature

North Carolina House of Representatives

North Carolina State Senate

Courts

North Carolina Court of Appeals Seat 1

General: November 3, 2026

DemocraticIncumbent

John S. Arrowood is a Democratic candidate for North Carolina Court of Appeals Seat 1 in the 2026 election. They are the incumbent.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidateAdministrative law judge

Michael Byrne is a Republican candidate for North Carolina Court of Appeals Seat 1 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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North Carolina Court of Appeals Seat 2

General: November 3, 2026

DemocraticIncumbentJudge

Toby Hampson is a Democratic candidate for North Carolina Court of Appeals Seat 2 in the 2026 election. They are the incumbent.

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RepublicanSuperior Court Judge

George Bell is a Republican candidate for North Carolina Court of Appeals Seat 2 in the 2026 election.

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North Carolina Court of Appeals Seat 3

General: November 3, 2026

Democratic

Christine Walczyk is a Democratic candidate for North Carolina Court of Appeals Seat 3 in the 2026 election.

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RepublicanAttorney

Craig Collins is a Republican candidate for North Carolina Court of Appeals Seat 3 in the 2026 election.

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North Carolina Supreme Court

General: November 3, 2026

DemocraticIncumbentFounder and Executive Director of nonprofit

Anita Earls is a Democratic candidate for North Carolina Supreme Court in the 2026 election. They are the incumbent.

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RepublicanAttorney

Sarah Stevens is a Republican candidate for North Carolina Supreme Court in the 2026 election.

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