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Exclusive: Democrat Roy Cooper, who served two terms as North Carolina governor, makes his candidacy official in what’s expected to be a highly watched and expensive race.
Democrat and former North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper on Monday announced that he is running for the U.S. Senate seat held by Republican Thom Tillis, who won't seek re-election in 2026.
Former Governor Roy Cooper has announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate in North Carolina, joining Trump-backed RNC Chair Michael Whatley in what is expected to be a costly campaign.
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