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Todd Blanche narrowly confirmed as Trump's AG in overnight vote

16 hours ago

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Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate primary in high-stakes race

Aug 5

Senate approves funding bill to avoid a shutdown before the election

The Senate has passed a short-term measure to keep federal agencies funded into early December and avoid a government shutdown during campaign season.

14 hours ago

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Edwards withdraws from NC reelection campaign

Aug 5

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Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general clears critical hurdle

Aug 4

With Senate race in focus, NC Democrats host Unity Dinner in Raleigh

Aug 2

New poll shows early edge for Roy Cooper

Jul 31

Senate confirms Jay Clayton as nation's intelligence director

Jul 29

Beshear calls on McConnell to address Kentuckians

Jul 28

Latest Videos

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Whatley touts affordability message during campaign stop in Zebulon

Jun 4

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Affordability takes center stage as Cooper, Whatley visit Triangle

Apr 10

3:28

Breaking down the high-stakes Cooper-Whatley Senate race

Apr 9

1:43

NC Lumbee Tribe nears full recognition as Senate passes bill

Dec 17, 2025

2:41

Whatley formally announces run for Thom Tillis' Senate seat

Jul 31, 2025

2:31

Whatley to formally announce run for Thom Tillis' Senate seat

Jul 31, 2025

1:47

Whatley to formally announce run for Thom Tillis' Senate seat

Jul 31, 2025

2:27

Roy Cooper announces US Senate bid

Jul 28, 2025

Latest Stories

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McConnell still in rehabilitation facility, will miss upcoming KY political event, his office says

OAP said McConnell is "not yet medically cleared to leave the rehab facility."

Jul 28

Maine Democrats choose new nominee to face US Sen. Susan Collins after Graham Platner withdraws

Former state lawmaker and logger Troy Jackson secured the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Maine on Saturday.

Jul 25

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Sen. Lindsey Graham's memorial services set for later this month

Jul 21

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Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham's sister, says she will run for full Senate term

Her announcement comes after President Trump endorsed her for a full term.

Jul 21

Young voters could play key role in NC Senate race: 'Want to be heard'

New research suggests young voters could have a major impact on the outcome of what is expected to be a closely contested race.

Jul 14