Winners Declared in North Carolina Gubernatorial Primary

Published on March 6, 2024

CHARLOTTE, N.C—North Carolinians on both sides of the political aisle have made their pick for governor. Both Republicans and Democrats headed to the polls in the swing state on March 5 and selected their picks not only for president but also for congressional representatives, the governor, and the attorney general. Most eyes were on the presidential results as former President Donald Trump seeks to solidify his position as the likely nominee, and President Trump ultimately triumphed over challenger Nikki Haley in the state. But the down-ballot races are also politically loaded. Here’s how North Carolinians voted for governor in their state-level elections, and why it’s important....

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