Republican · U.S. Senate, North Carolina
General election Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026
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Former chair of the Republican National Committee (2024–2025).
Whatley received a bachelor's degree in history from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 1991 and a master's degree in Religion from Wake Forest University in 1993.
Also running: Shannon Bray (L) · Roy Cooper (D) · Michael Dublin (G)
Grouped by topic by Vote Book; headings and quoted words are the candidate’s own, with the source under each one. “As reported” items are a news outlet’s description, not an exact quote.
Crime
Frankly, I don't think we need to reimagine law enforcement. I think we need to enforce the law.
Economy / taxes
When we talk about the economy, affordability, we're talking about better jobs, more jobs and more take-home pay.
Economy
I think the economy does absolutely matter. I think Roy Cooper made stuff cost more… that's definitely an issue point we want to talk about.
Regulation
When we hear the Democratic plans, it is always higher taxes and more regulations. That is not a solution that is going to create jobs here in North Carolina.
Michael Whatley is not a current member of Congress, so there is no congressional roll-call record to show. State legislative or local records are not yet compiled.