Michael Whatley, the Republican candidate for the Senate in North Carolina, has Trump to thank for his nomination. Although the former president continues to back Whatley, he invests time rather than money in his campaign.
October 20, 2026, at 4:07 p.m. EDT
In Greenville, North Carolina, supporters line up outside a venue where Trump is set to hold a rally. Despite his support, Trump’s political organizations are not financially contributing to Whatley’s campaign. National Republican groups have also largely stepped back from the race, despite Trump’s significant wins in the state in past elections.
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