Ex-RNC chairman Whatley to face former Democrat Gov. Cooper in North Carolina Senate race

Whatley, Cooper projected to win North Carolina primaries, teeing up key Senate contest

Former Gov. Roy Cooper and former Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley are set to face off in November in what's expected to be among the most competitive Senate races of the cycle.

Cooper, Whatley set November match-up in North Carolina Senate race

Former Republican National Committee Chair Michael Whatley and former North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper (D) won their respective Senate primaries on Tuesday, setting up a November match-up as Democrats eye a pickup opportunity in North Carolina. The rivals, both of whom were expected to sail through their primaries, are racing to replace Sen. Thom Tillis…

North Carolina primary sets up Roy Cooper vs. Michael Whatley in pivotal Senate race

North Carolina’s primary has set the stage for one of the nation’s most closely watched Senate races, locking in a high-stakes showdown between former Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper and former Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley. Both candidates secured their party nominations Tuesday, formalizing a contest that is expected to play a central…

In divided North Carolina, Whatley and Cooper emerge for Senate battle that could tip Washington

Michael Whatley and Roy Cooper win North Carolina Senate primaries, setting up fall battle for Thom Tillis' seat that could determine Senate control.

Roy Cooper and Mark Whatley Advance to Highly-Contested Senate Race in North Carolina