North Carolina politics
Toss-up — 16 Electoral Votes

North Carolina

North Carolina (NC) — 16 Electoral Votes · Capital: Raleigh · Governor: Josh Stein (D)

Senate Race 2026

North Carolina has a Senate seat on the ballot in November 2026. Watch this race — it could determine Senate control. See latest polling →

2024 Presidential Election — North Carolina

Source: Official 2024 General Election results — Trump +3.3. Margin: 3.3 pts.

Key Facts — North Carolina

StateNorth Carolina (NC)
CapitalRaleigh
Population10.7M
Electoral Votes16
GovernorJosh Stein (D)
Senator 1Thom Tillis (R)
Senator 2Ted Budd (R)
Party LeanToss-up
2024 Trump51.0%
2024 Harris47.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

How did North Carolina vote in the 2024 presidential election?

North Carolina voted for Donald Trump in 2024, with Trump receiving 51.0% versus Harris's 47.7%. The state has 16 electoral votes.

Who are the current US senators from North Carolina?

North Carolina's two US senators are Thom Tillis and Ted Budd. Both represent the state in the US Senate, where each senator serves a six-year term.

Is there a Senate race in North Carolina in 2026?

Yes, North Carolina has a Senate seat on the ballot in the 2026 Midterm elections. With a party lean of "Toss-up", this race is considered competitive and could influence Senate control.

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