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Amid Trump clash, NC Republican Sen. Thom Tillis will not seek reelection in 2026
He has represented North Carolina in Washington for a decade, and has clashed with President Trump as recently as Saturday.
Thom Tillis announces retirement from Senate after clash with Trump
Republican Senator Tillis won't seek reelection in 2026 following his vote against Trump's bill, criticizing Washington's partisan politics and its scorn for independent thinkers.
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Tillis' retirement sets off speculation for next North Carolina Senate seat
North Carolina Sen. Thom Tillis' surprise retirement announcement over the weekend creates a sudden opening in next year's midterm elections, setting off a scramble of successor speculation ...
Trump-backed RNC Chair Michael Whatley launches North Carolina Senate bid
Chair Michael Whatley has formally entered the North Carolina Senate race, setting up a likely faceoff against former Gov.
Trump-backed RNC chair jumps into 'marquee' Senate race in battleground North Carolina
Republican National Committee Chair Michael Whatley entered the 2026 North Carolina Senate race to succeed retiring Sen. Thom ...
RNC Chairman Michael Whatley officially running for Thom Tillis' U.S. Senate seat
Whatley, the current chairman of the Republican National Committee, announced his run at Loray Mill Event Hall. Last week, ...