Cooper’s lead tightens to 4 points as Whatley’s ad campaign intensifies
A new poll shows Democrat Roy Cooper’s lead in the 2026 North Carolina governor’s race has narrowed to four points while Republican Michael Whatley’s latest ad campaign targets Cooper by linking him to national Democratic figures.
Republican Michael Whatley’s latest ad campaign portrays Democrat Roy Cooper similarly to national figures in his party. A poll released Monday shows the governor’s lead in the 2026 North Carolina race has tightened to four points.