Michael Whatley

Republican Party (R)

U.S. Senator · North Carolina, United States of America · 2026

PurposeMichael Whatley, the former Republican National Committee chairman and Trump's endorsed candidate, is running for North Carolina's open Senate seat on public safety, border enforcement, and energy production.

Security
On public safety, Whatley's issues page criticizes Cooper's record on bail reform and prison-release policy, framing his own approach as backing law enforcement and "law and order."

Immigration
He describes himself as "100% supportive" of border security and deporting immigrants with criminal records, criticizing Cooper for having vetoed legislation that would have required local cooperation with ICE.

Economy
He frames his economic message as an "America First Economy" built around expanded domestic energy production and energy independence.

Infrastructure
He cites service on a federal FEMA Review Council and claims credit for securing greater Hurricane Helene disaster-recovery funding for North Carolina than in any prior state recovery effort.

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Issues — Michael Whatley for Senate

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