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A recent poll shows first-time candidate Graham Platner leading incumbent Governor Janet Mills by 34 points in the Maine Democratic primary for the 2026 Senate race, despite controversies and negative headlines, with party leaders largely staying neutral and emphasizing the primary's importance for the party's future.
A recent Emerson College Poll shows former Governor Roy Cooper leading Republican Michael Whatley by six points in North Carolina's 2026 Senate race, with Cooper enjoying higher name recognition and a more favorable image. The poll also highlights low recognition for Whatley, a close congressional race, and various approval ratings for local and national figures, indicating a competitive political landscape as the election approaches.
Senator Thom Tillis announced he will not seek re-election in 2026 following recent conflicts with Donald Trump, citing a desire to spend more time with family and frustration with Washington's partisan gridlock, which could lead to a competitive GOP primary in North Carolina.
U.S. Rep. Wiley Nickel, a Democrat from North Carolina, has announced that he will not seek reelection in 2024 due to redistricting that turned his competitive district into a solid Republican seat. Instead, Nickel plans to focus on the 2026 U.S. Senate race against incumbent Sen. Thom Tillis. The redistricting, carried out by Republican leaders, is expected to give Republicans a significant advantage in the upcoming elections. Nickel's decision not to run for reelection follows similar moves by two other Democrats in North Carolina's congressional delegation, who also cited the new maps as the reason for their departure.