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North Carolina ballot

U.S. House North Carolina District 8

General: November 3, 2026 · Primary: March 3, 2026

General election

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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Primary

DemocraticFirst-time candidateAdvancedBusiness 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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DemocraticFirst-time candidate

Jesse Oppenheim is a Democratic candidate for U.S. House North Carolina District 8 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidateCommunity activist

Kevin Clark is a Democratic candidate for U.S. House North Carolina District 8 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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