Michael Whatley
Recent media appearances
Top articles
WBTVElection guide: Roy Cooper vs. Michael Whatley in Senate race that could decide CongressOct 28, 2026
Spectrum NewsCooper, Whatley run 'cautious campaigns' in critical N.C. Senate raceOct 13, 2026
WUNCWill North Carolina's US Senate race feature any debates this year?Sep 10, 2026
Roll CallRNC Chair Michael Whatley announces Senate bid in North CarolinaJul 31, 2025
Overview
Michael Whatley is a Republican who chaired the Republican National Committee and, before that, the North Carolina Republican Party. wbtv.com rollcall.com
He announced his campaign for the open U.S. Senate seat of retiring Republican Thom Tillis in July 2025 after President Trump endorsed him, and he was the Republican nominee against Democrat Roy Cooper. rollcall.com wbtv.com
Platform
- Says he would advance President Trump's America First agenda in the Senate.michaelwhatley.com
- Says he would roll back cashless bail and other policies he calls lenient on crime.michaelwhatley.com
- Says he supports securing the border and deporting immigrants in the country illegally who have committed crimes.michaelwhatley.com wlos.com
- Proposes making recent tax cuts permanent and expanding domestic oil production and refinery capacity.wlos.com
- Says he would push for reforms so disaster relief reaches states and communities faster.wlos.com
- Says he supports expanding the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit to help family caregivers.aarp.org