👤 About Michael Whatley
Michael Whatley is a Republican candidate for U.S. Senate in North Carolina’s 2026 federal election cycle. Through the most recent FEC filings, the campaign has reported $11.3M raised, $7.8M spent, and $3.5M in cash on hand. Contributions break down as $5.5M from individuals and $936K from PACs and party committees. The committee reports $47K in outstanding debts. The race’s incumbent is Republican Thom Tillis.
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💰 Campaign finance
Raised$11.3M
Cash on hand$3.5M
Per FEC reports, 2026 cycle
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Michael Whatley VIEWING
Republican · $11.3M raised
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2026 candidate profile
Michael Whatley
Republican · Open seat
Running for: North Carolina U.S. Senate
✓ Won 2026 primary
$11.3M
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Biography
Michael Whatley is a Republican candidate for U.S. Senate in North Carolina’s 2026 federal election cycle. Through the most recent FEC filings, the campaign has reported $11.3M raised, $7.8M spent, and $3.5M in cash on hand. Contributions break down as $5.5M from individuals and $936K from PACs and party committees. The committee reports $47K in outstanding debts. The race’s incumbent is Republican Thom Tillis.
Compiled from public FEC filings and race data. A detailed profile is being expanded.
FEC filing
FEC IDS6NC00415
OfficeNorth Carolina U.S. Senate
PartyRepublican
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🗳 2026 Election
U.S. Senate — North Carolina
Primary: Mar 3, 2026 (6 months ago)
· General: November 3, 2026