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SenateNCNovember 3, 2026

North Carolina Senate

One of two people who speak for your whole state in Washington, D.C. They serve for 6 years.

222days
·
14hours
until Election Day

Class II. Incumbent Thom Tillis (R). Top Dem pickup target.

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Thom Tillis
Thom TillisIncumbentRunning

U.S. Senator from North Carolina since 2015. Former Speaker of the North Carolina House of Representatives. Key bipartisan dealmaker on immigration. Considering retirement, which would open a competitive seat.

Cheri Beasley

Former Chief Justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court (2019-2020). 2022 Democratic Senate nominee who narrowly lost to Ted Budd. First Black woman to serve as NC Chief Justice. Likely rematch candidate.

Jeff Jackson

U.S. Representative from North Carolina's 14th district. Former state senator and Army veteran. Known for viral social media presence explaining government processes. Rising star in NC Democratic politics.