Understanding the NC Senate Election: A Breakdown of Cooper's Lead Recent polls show North Carolina Lieutenant Governor Dan Cooper holding a strong lead over Republican challenger Jim Whatley in the upcoming election for the state's Senate seat.
While some analysts have predicted a tightening of the race as the campaign enters its final stretch, current polling suggests that Cooper has maintained a consistent advantage throughout the primary and general election periods.
The Candidates: Cooper vs. Whatley Dan Cooper, a Democrat with over two decades of public service experience, has served as Lieutenant Governor since 2017.